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As soon as babies are born, they start to learn speech and language skills by listening and watching how people communicate around them. Hearing issues may delay a baby’s speech and language development. Early identification of hearing issues is important so you and your baby have the interventions and support you need to maximize your baby’s development. Newborns in Wisconsin are screened for 48 disorders, including hearing loss. Each of these disorders is very rare and can lead to lifelong issues if they go undiagnosed.
Wisconsin law requires that all babies have a newborn hearing screening completed before they leave the hospital. Babies born at home are required to receive a hearing screening within 30 days, which is arranged by the midwife or primary care provider. Hearing screening is a safe and painless way to check that your baby is hearing normally and can indicate if further follow-up is needed. The hearing test can be performed while your baby is comfortably sleeping or being held.
Hearing loss can develop at any time during a person's lifetime. Be sure to discuss any concerns related to your child's hearing and/or speech development with your child's healthcare provider.