Sight and Hearing

Vegard’s eye sight is normal, but he was counted as functionally blind for a long period, as he didn’t use his sight actively. He still won’t follow persons or toys with his eyes, but he gives eye contact over a longer time now, and he shows with smiles and gests that he recognizes people and places.

Vegard has a hearing impairment. He had hearing aid fitted, but together with the audio specialist at the hospital, we decided that it was just a bother for Vegard to use the aid, as he has enough hearing to cope in everyday life.
Vegard has also been bothered with fluid in his middle ears, so on two occasions had tubes inserted to drain the fluid from his ears.

Vegard does not turn his head as to follow sounds, but he shows that he regocnizes people he knows well when he hears their voice. He will also give a big smile when someone sings or play music to him.


Easter 2010 - Loving friends are visiting - giving Vegard a concert


Oh - please sing and play some more for me!