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The Importance of Early Intervention in Hearing Loss: Shannon Bonardy's Story

January 15, 2025 • Katey Fortun • Season 5 • Episode 199

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Shannon shares her story learning she would need hearing aids at the age of 22 after struggling to hear for years. She shares her story of how she felt when she found out and dives into being a mother to two young children, all while having hearing loss. Her story is unique and she's sharing it to break down the stigma around hearing loss!

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Shannon B. is a working mom of 2 toddlers. She is hard of hearing and wears hearing aids in both ears. Shannon is passionate about sharing her unique motherhood journey to help break down the stigma regarding hearing loss.

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