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How Your Baby Develops Hearing
For most parents, the ears are thought to be only used for hearing, but they actually do a lot more than that. Aside from hearing, the ears are important for balance and for positional sense. Hearing tests are usually carried out within the first week of your baby’s life – often before they leave the hospital. Don’t miss this test – there won’t be another until your child goes to school! Understanding your baby’s earsEach ear consists of three parts – an outer part, a middle part and an inner part. The outer ear consists parts which direct sound waves to the middle ear. The ear drum (or tympanic membrane) separates the outer from the middle ear. The middle ear consists of 3 tiny bones that lie directly behind the ear drum. These convert any sound waves striking the ear drum into mechanical vibrations that are directed into the inner ear. Fascinating! Ears and throatsA tube (the Eustachian tube) connects the middle ear to the throat. The Eustachian tube functions to equalize air pressure on both sides of the ear drum. Although important, this connection is also the reason why a sore throat can easily become an ear infection, or vice versa. Ears and balanceThe inner ear consists of a maze of fluid-filled tubes that form the cochlea and the ear canals. The cochlea is the major organ of hearing, while the semi-circular canals sense body movement and static position. If these are compromised, through an infection or other problems, your baby’s balance and co-ordination may be affected. Hearing development in childrenThe first 2 years is the period of time during which hearing develops in
children. Below is a brief guide of signs of normal hearing development by age:
(Remember these are rough guides only. Consult your doctor if you are
concerned.)
By 7 months of age, your baby should:
By 9 months of age, your baby should:
At 12 months of age, your baby should: Turn his/her head in all directions and show an interest in a person’s voice or a particular sound
At 2 years of age, your child should:
As a parent, it is extremely important to be able to recognize the signs of a
hearing problem as early as possible and seek medical attention if there are any
concerns.
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