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Raising Deaf Kids- Hard of hearing, Hearing Loss, Sign Language, ASL, Christian Families, Hear God

Raising Deaf Kids- Hard of hearing, Hearing Loss, Sign Language, ASL, Christian Families, Hear God

By: Alaine Jacobs - Hearing Loss advocate Christian facilitator
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Welcome to Raising Deaf Kids!

⭐ Are you a Christian who was rocked by a diagnosis for your child?

⭐ Are you seeking God and looking for a community to help you go deeper into conversation with God?

⭐ Do you struggle to know how to really help your child?

⭐ Are you up and night with tons of questions on your mind, but no answers? ⭐ Do you want to be part of a community of Faith-filled families who are seeking God for healing and help navigating hard situations with their families? If you answered yes to any of those questions, then you are in the right place! Hey, I’m Alaine. A wife and a mom of 2 deaf kids and 1 hearing child. I'm no stranger to going through hard things, from my own medical diagnosis at 3 years old, mulitple surgeries, and a hearing loss diagnosis for 2 of my own kids. I believe that we don't need more "how to" but we do need more Jesus. I've seen how God helped me navigate my own struggles, and now I help other families walk through hard situations by seeking a deeper relationship with God. So, if you're ready to: ⭐ Walk through the complexities of a diagnosis with Jesus at your side ⭐ Plant your feet on a firm foundation of biblical truth ⭐ Experience God's presence and peace in every aspect of your life ⭐ Navigate hearing loss with a supportive, Christian community at your side Then follow along on your podcast platform as we walk through hearing loss together with God! Jacobs Consulting, LLC Christianity Language Learning Parenting & Families Relationships Spirituality
Episodes
  • 123 | Stop Toddler Meltdowns Before They Start! Use this Easy Communication Tool Today

    123 | Stop Toddler Meltdowns Before They Start! Use this Easy Communication Tool Today
    Sep 25 2025

    Last week we talked about WHY your child has meltdowns and the cycle that keeps you and your child stuck in meltdown terrority throughout the day. (episode 122).

    Today I'm giving you one simple tool you can create in 5 minutes that prevents most communication meltdowns before they start.

    By the end of this episode, you'll have a strategy you can use before dinner tonight.

    Ready to stop feeling overwhelmed and start feeling confident with growing your child’s language skills?

    Join Play Your Way to Language Academy monthly membership!

    Go from worried and confused to confident and effective using simple play-based strategies that fit into your daily routine.🙌

    Inside of the membership you get monthly activity guides, monthly coaching calls, and a supportive community of parents who understand your journey.

    🔗 Get on the waitlist: raisingdeafkids.com/academy

    Join Raising Deaf Kids Community on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/rdkcommunity

    Contact Alaine at hello@raisingdeafkids.com

    Related episodes:

    122: The Communication Breakdown Cycle That's Causing Your Toddler to Constantly Meltdown

    31: STOP Winging Your Child's Daily Schedule! How Using a Visual Schedule will Transform Your Home Life with Sara Olsher
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    20 mins
  • 122 | The Communication Breakdown Cycle That’s Causing Your Toddler to Constantly Meltdown

    122 | The Communication Breakdown Cycle That’s Causing Your Toddler to Constantly Meltdown
    Sep 23 2025

    Your child is trying to tell you something important, but you can't understand each other - and the frustration is building for both of you.

    Today we're going to talk about WHY your toddler is melting down and go over the cycle that keeps both you and your toddler stuck in meltdown mode

    --> Ready to stop feeling overwhelmed and start feeling confident with growing your child’s language skills?

    Join Play Your Way to Language Academy monthly membership!

    Go from worried and confused to confident and effective using simple play-based strategies that fit into your daily routine.🙌

    Inside of the membership you get monthly activity guides, monthly coaching calls, and a supportive community of parents who understand your journey.

    🔗 Get on the waitlist: raisingdeafkids.com/academy

    Join Raising Deaf Kids Community on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/rdkcommunity

    Contact Alaine at hello@raisingdeafkids.com

    Related episodes:

    99- 4 Mindset Shifts You Can Make Today to Be a Better Parent
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    13 mins
  • 121 | One Simple Strategy to Make Hearing Devices Feel Normal for Your Toddler

    121 | One Simple Strategy to Make Hearing Devices Feel Normal for Your Toddler
    Sep 18 2025
    In episode 120, we talked about WHY your child keeps removing their hearing aids or cochlear implants. In this episode I'm giving you one strategy you can try TODAY that will make your child's devices feel normal and useful instead of uncomfortable and a nuisance. By the end of this episode, you'll know exactly how to start shifting your child's relationship with their hearing device.

    Ready to stop feeling overwhelmed and start feeling confident with growing your child’s language skills?

    Join Play Your Way to Language Academy monthly membership!

    Go from worried and confused to confident and effective using simple play-based strategies that fit into your daily routine.🙌

    Inside of the membership you get monthly activity guides, monthly coaching calls, and a supportive community of parents who understand your journey.

    🔗 Get on the waitlist: raisingdeafkids.com/academy

    Join Raising Deaf Kids Community on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/rdkcommunity

    Contact Alaine at hello@raisingdeafkids.com

    Related episodes:

    120- Your Toddler Won't Keep Their Hearing Devices On? Here's 3 Reasons Why.

    76- 3 Strategies to Introduce Wearing New Devices to Your Kids with Hearing Loss

    75- 3 Things I Wish I Knew Before Cochlear Implant Activation Day with my Deaf Child
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    17 mins
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