The latest stories, updates and resources from Deaf Children Australia.
Auslan (Australian Sign Language) is central to a bimodal bilingual approach for your child. Find out more about Auslan below plus links to ...
Here are some some facts and figures to help combat misinformation that can be found on the internet.
If your child has been diagnosed with deafness, it’s understandable you’d like to know what caused it. The causes of hearing loss are ...
One of the earliest choices you'll need to make is how you'll communicate with your child. Finding a form of communication everyone in your ...
Hearing aids might be recommended to give your child the best chance of hearing what’s going on around them, especially speech.
As you navigate through this different world you will see, hear, read, unearth and discover varying views and perspectives. Here are some ...
It’s estimated up to 40% of children who are deaf or hard of hearing have additional needs. These can be related to health, social and/or ...
If your child has recently been diagnosed as being deaf or hard of hearing, you’ll hear a lot of new terminology that may sound confusing ...
Cochlear implants might be an option if your child has permanent severe or profound hearing loss or has had limited success with hearing ...
School is a big part of life for kids and young people. You'll want to find one where your child can flourish and be happy. Here are some ...
From 10 December 2025, new laws require many social media platforms to prevent children under 16 in Australia from having their own ...
Support grounded in lived experience plays a vital role in the wellbeing, confidence and decision making of families of deaf children. When ...
