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    Translating books to ASL to read to children

    Simple books, like Dr. Seuss, baby books, books with only one line per page, etc, are easy enough to translate into ASL on cue. Heck, most books that are actually specifically geared for kids under age 2 are no problem. But what about wordier books with a descriptive paragraph on each page...
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    Introducing a toddler to ASL (and actually seeing her USE it)??

    I'm going to be starting a new nanny job next week. I'm Deaf/hoh and the family is entirely hearing. The two kids that will be in my care are aged 22 months and newborn. Obviously, I want to teach them to sign (this is also part of why they hired me--they are excited to have their kids be...
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    Do I "need to wear a hearing device while driving"?

    I'm applying for a learner's permit, and one of the questions on the application is "Do you need to wear a hearing device while driving?" I'm confused about how to answer this. I do wear a hearing aid most of the time, but I don't need to wear it while driving. People who have less hearing...
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    Deaf gay parents: signs for mom/dad

    For gay parents who have a child, obviously they can't both be called "mom" or "dad," so hearing parents will have "mom" and "mama" or similar...what about Deaf gay parents? I can't think of more than one sign for mom or for dad. :dunno: The only thing I've though of so far is doing something...
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    LED light on new Sonic Boom clocks?

    I'm a very sound sleeper, so I need both vibration and flashing lights to wake me up. I'm thinking of buying one of the Sonic Boom clocks like the 3rd, 5th, and 7th ones on this site: Alarm Clocks for deaf and hard of hearing If you have used any of these, can you tell me how powerful the...
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    oh dear, WHERE can I find...?

    I live in Washington, DC and I've recently started looking for a job as a nanny. I'd love it if I found a Deaf family or family with deaf children so that communication wouldn't be an issue, but I have NO idea where to look! I've contacted the NAD and Gallaudet's community relations person, but...
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    Deaf/HH Nanny in Washington, DC area

    I'm looking for work as a nanny. I'm Deaf/HH, and my "resume" is below for more information. I look forward to hearing from you! Looking for:  A good long-term fit with a great Deaf family or family with deaf/hh child(ren)  30+ hr week long term position (up to Aug 09)  Can work...
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