Author: The Frisky

Five Great Gift Ideas for a Loved One with Hearing Loss

According to the National Institute on Deafness and other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), approximately 15 percent of Americans over age 18 live with mild to profound hearing loss. Additionally, two to three of all newborns receive a diagnosis of some degree of hearing loss before leaving the hospital. However, aging is the greatest risk factor for […]

Help Your Child Develop Important Soft Skills Outside of School

While your child may be learning their ABCs and numbers at their preschool or kindergarten, one thing that schools have a difficult time teaching are soft skills, especially communication and emotional intelligence. A classroom environment can help your child learn basic communication skills, such as how to raise their hand, say “please” and thank you, […]