My Journey
My Story: How I Found Out I Was Hard of Hearing
When I was in first grade, I didn't know why school was so hard for me. I couldn't hear my teacher very well, and I thought everyone felt the same way...
GoMabel Blog
Hi! I'm Amelia, and this is where I share stories about being a DHH kid in Seattle. My dad helps me write these articles to help other kids and families like us. We hope our experiences can help you feel less alone!
About GoMabel
Why I Named This Website GoMabel
Did you know there was a really cool lady named Mabel who was deaf and did amazing things? Her name was Mabel Gardiner Hubbard Bell, and she inspired our website name...
Tips & Reviews
My Favorite Noise-Canceling Headphones for School
Loud noises can be really overwhelming for me. When the cafeteria gets noisy or there's a fire drill, I used to feel like covering my ears and hiding...
Helpful Guides
What to Expect at Your First Audiology Appointment
Going to the audiologist for the first time can feel a little scary. I was nervous too! But now I've been to lots of appointments and I want to tell you what happens...
School Life
Starting School as a DHH Kid in Seattle
Being a DHH kid at school is different, but different isn't bad! I want to share some things I've learned about making school work better for me...
Community
Finding Your DHH Community in Seattle
One of the best things that happened to me was meeting other DHH kids. For a long time, I thought I was the only one at my school who wore hearing aids...