You’ve seen the videos on TikTok. Babies hearing the voice of their mother for the first time after getting a hearing aid. In some videos, the baby is hesitant initially. They fight when the doctor tries to put the device in their ear. They could cry before they smile with delight. They’re overwhelmed with a host of emotions. They’re apprehensive about what to expect. But finally, their hearing is restored and the world suddenly opens up. The smiles and the laughter are enough to cause you to burst into tears of joy!
But this life-changing moment could happen for anyone.
If you’re feeling apprehensive about using a hearing aid, you’re not by yourself. You don’t have to be a child to feel a little wary of this new experience.
When individuals of any age experience hearing aids they might cry tears of joy, let’s explore why.
Music to your ears
You may not have even recognized it. It happened so slowly. You don’t appreciate music like you once did. You’re just not that into it anymore. Sometimes, it is even aggravating. And the louder it gets the more annoying it gets.
Hearing loss doesn’t just impact the volume of sound. Sometimes, only specific tones of sound are effected.
Music is made of notes of sound that mix together and travel as waves that are then picked up by your ears. Music just isn’t the same if you can’t hear the wonderful complexity of the notes.
Those tones that were once lost in music will be appreciated once more when you get hearing aids. Once more, music comes to life. It was once a great pleasure in your life and now you have it back.
A child’s laughter
Do you recall what a child’s laughing sounds like? You might have forgotten this beautiful sound experience if you have chosen not to use your hearing aids. Rediscover these magical moments with your grandkids by rejuvenating your hearing.
Repaired relationships
Untreated hearing loss can put a considerable strain on relationships. People get irritated. It can frequently bring about more arguing. It can even cause a person with hearing loss to separate themselves, so they don’t feel like a burden.
They may avoid social clubs or dinner out because they feel secluded and disconnected while others have a conversation.
Have you quit hobbies because they’re not as enjoyable?
The basic act of getting your hearing back will breathe new life into your relationships with a significant other, siblings, children, and friends.
Restore your ability to talk to each other. Talk long into the night. Get back to doing the things you love and spending time with people you love.
If you miss this in your life, it’s time to reconsider that hearing aid.
You feel more secure at home
Are you stressed that you could be missing significant safety sounds? Would you hear the voice of an injured loved one yelling to you from the other room? Would you be able to hear the doorbell, oven timer, or smoke detector? Would you miss the ringing of the phone when an important call was coming in?
When you stroll through the neighborhood, are you sure that you’ll hear approaching traffic, pedestrian signals, or a bicycle bell?
These “what if’s” can cause us to feel insecure in places where we should feel totally safe. But when you wear your hearing aid, you can be more at ease, and enjoy life to its fullest. You’ll find peace of mind.
Whatever you’re missing, you might not even know about it
Just like the babies who’ve never heard their mother’s voices, you may not appreciate what you’re missing. Hearing loss advances gradually in most situations. You might simply forget the pleasure of things you no longer hear.
You’ll be amazed when, suddenly, you can hear again. You’ll regret neglecting it this long. Think you may have some degree of hearing loss? Give us a call today to schedule a hearing assessment and find out what you’ve been missing.