MinneStories™: Hearing screening

In MinneStories™, we record and share families’ stories about their own, personal experiences of being impacted by newborn screening. Below are all the MinneStories™ in which hearing screening identified a condition, told by the people who were affected.

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How Well Can You Read My Lips?

Hearing screening | 3:14

Recorded on November 21, 2016

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Sisters Sophia and Linnea talk about what's awesome and challenging about being deaf and how important it is to have a sister to share in the journey and support them along the way.

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No Difference

Hearing screening | 3:32

Recorded on August 24, 2016

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Amy shares with her son's audiologist, Linda, how she takes everyday moments to educate others in order to normalize AJ's hearing loss.

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Realizing Hopes & Dreams

Hearing screening | 3:47

Recorded on June 22, 2016

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Sonjay and his mom, Rhonda, share the special moments and milestones that have led to Sonjay's success as an adult. He was born before hearing screening was available to all babies born in Minnesota.

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Partners in Hearing

Hearing screening | 4:08

Recorded on June 3, 2016

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Greg and Allison's daughter, Elise, was diagnosed with hearing loss when she was five years old. Her parents share how ally organizations of the deaf and hard of hearing community worked with their family to secure a hearing aid for Elise.

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Embracing Everything

Hearing screening | 3:33

Recorded on April 27, 2016

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Ahavah and Jason describe how difficult it was to share the news of their son's severe-to-profound hearing loss shortly after he was born. They also share how they embrace everything about Elijah, finding ways to celebrate his hearing loss.

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Feisty & Spirited

Hearing screening | 3:59

Recorded on April 15, 2016

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Liz and Terry share their journey of navigating their daughter Ainslee's hearing loss. Together they are learning the ins and outs of hearing aids, advocacy, and celebrating the everyday wins.

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Our Comedian

Hearing screening | 4:44

Recorded on April 3, 2016

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Allison and Nate discuss their journey through their twin pregnancy and their son's diagnosis of severe hearing loss, which was found through newborn screening.

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