Pediatric Hearing

Ear Tubes for Kids: Your Guide to Fewer Infections, Better Hearing & Easy Recovery

10/29/2025

Is your child dealing with frequent ear infections or fluid that just won’t go away? If so, your pediatrician or an ENT specialist may have suggested ear tubes, a small, common solution that can make a big difference. We know that any medical procedure involving your child can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’ve put together […]

Ear Infections and Children

09/15/2018

When children have an ear infection, inflammation of the middle ear (otitis media) occurs. This can happen in one or both ears and is the single most common diagnosis given to children when they visit the doctor for illness.

Infant Hearing Loss: how to determine if your baby’s hearing is on track

11/15/2017

Within the first year of a child’s life, you’ll joyfully witness their first smile, crawling, and babbling. But how do you determine if their hearing is developing as it should? Before you leave the hospital after delivery, a hearing test will have likely taken place. If not, infants should have their hearing levels tested before they are one month old.

Understanding the Connection Between Speech and Hearing

05/23/2024

Have you ever wondered how talking and listening are connected? In everyday conversations, our ability to speak and understand others is closely linked to how we hear, and process sounds. Let’s explore the important relationship between speech and hearing in a way that’s easy to understand for everyone. Discover how Coastal Ear, Nose and Throat supports optimal speech and hearing health through personalized care.

How To Get Rid of Fluid in the Ear from a Sinus Infection

05/24/2025

Fluid in the ear occurs when congestion blocks the Eustachian tube, which runs from the nose to the middle ear. Both adults and children can suffer from fluid in the ear, but the condition is widespread in children under 10. Many conditions, including sinus infections, can lead to fluid buildup in the ear. Sinus infections […]

Can Vaccines Prevent Ear Infections?

09/30/2025

If you’re a parent, you know the signs: fussiness, tugging at the ear, and sleepless nights. Ear infections, especially in young children, are incredibly common. But what if one of the best tools for preventing them is already part of your child’s routine vaccine schedule? The answer is a resounding “YES”:  Vaccines can, and do, […]

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