Pediatric Audiologist and Founder
Mama Hu Hears
La Jolla, California
Michelle Hu is the powerhouse behind the Instagram community Mama Hu Hears. She blends lived experience and clinical expertise to support hearing parents of Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) children and connect with DHH adults around the world. With 15+ years as a pediatric audiologist, Michelle has guided families through diagnosis, amplification, and aural rehabilitation.
Her work especially meaningful because of her personal story. Michelle grew up hard of hearing, was fit with hearing aids at age three, and now thrives as a deaf adult with CIs. This dual perspective allows her to offer professional guidance and genuine reassurance rooted in lived experience.
As author and creator of of My Child Has Hearing Loss, Now What? Michelle helps parents feel confident, informed, and supported at every stage of their journey. Her mission is to ensure families feel seen, heard, and empowered. Learn more at mamahuhears.com.
Disclosure(s): No financial or nonfinancial relationships to disclose
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