We all want to be good role models for our kids, so it is worth teaching them about hearing health from a young age and demonstrating good habits around the home.

As well as having your child's hearing checked regularly, you can start educating them early about hazardous sounds. Move your kids away from excessive noise and help them identify what excessive noise is - a smoke alarm or a siren, for instance. When listening to music or watching television, keep the volume at a sensible level for the whole family, and teach your kids to recognise when it has become too much and how to turn it down.

The same goes for toys. If a toy produces sound, listen to it before buying to check the volume. Little kids often bring toys up close to their face, and therefore close to their ears.

Be the role model. Wear hearing protection when you are mowing or trimming the lawn. Wear ear plugs at sporting events and concerts. Keep ear plugs for children on hand for fireworks nights. At the end of the day, monkey see, monkey do - your kids will adopt the habits they watch you keep.

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