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Chat Area => General Discussion Area => Topic started by: Jimbob on 26 June 2013, 20:52:02
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Looking at getting some Ear defenders for my Eldest (9) whos is auditory sensitive and due to 'feeling left out' avoidance, that means 2 pairs... Ahead of a loud attraction in a few weeks.
Been on my mind for years for fireworks etc..But never 'really' had the need until now.
Looking at http://www.eardefendersforkids.co.uk/web/index.php
Anyone any experience of these / or similar offerings?
These seem to suit a wide size range, hoping they are not too tight as they get older?
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That is a great well timed post for me Jimbob! :y :y
I also want to purchase child ear defenders for my autistic grandson when he attends this years Eastbourne Air Show, and especially for when the Vulcan does it fly past! :) :)
I will now buy the ones in your link as they appear to be just the ticket! :y :y :y :y :y
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Or am I better with normal adult ones? Size and comfort is a concern, as they will be worn all day ..
http://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/product/details/oregon-ear-defenders?da=1&TC=SRC-ear+defender
http://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/product/details/ear-defenders?da=1&TC=SRC-ear+defender
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That is a great well timed post for me Jimbob! :y :y
I also want to purchase child ear defenders for my autistic grandson when he attends this years Eastbourne Air Show, and especially for when the Vulcan does it fly past! :) :)
I will now buy the ones in your link as they appear to be just the ticket! :y :y :y :y :y
Amazingly similar use....Fairford :y
And also with Autism, to get with the auditry sensitivity - to the level hand dryers cause distress
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got a pair for Olivia-when we go to drags and when we work on my cars-v8s + open headers=bloody loud!! and she wears hers-painted Hello Kitty on them ;)
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How old's Olivia? and how long do you expect them to fit for?
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she is 8-and if they last another year-bonus
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hmm. so she is at the point of outgrowing them?
Alledgedly suitable up to 16, but I know head sizes differ, and my boys aint got small heads! a lot of kids hats are a bit on the small size.
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no mate you mis-understand--Olivia might outgrow hotrods and drag racing :y the defenders slide up and down and would last for sometime--sorry late reply---had to get some bits for Dee :-[
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Ahhh, cheers for the clarification...If something can be taken 2 ways, I normaly chose the wrong one!
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no not you mate its the way I put it-should have been clearer--so dont get all paranoid--Everybody is after us ;D ;D
Seriously kid hearing is in higher frequency to adults---so chances of damage to hearing is higher---when they become moronsTeenagers-they deafen themselves with drivel music :(
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Jimbob, I hope this isn't too late but hold fire! I'll chat with SWMBO later and see what she recommends, as it's her field of excellence!
If you don't hear back from me by tomorrow lunchtime send me a text to remind me as I'm not on here much at the moment
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Having used them in training (gunfire, explosions, loud radios and shouting) I can heartily recommend the in the ear moulded protection. they let through most sound but muffle the sound levels which can cause damage. Downside is they are expensive at about £80-150 and obviously your kids are still growing :-\
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That is a great well timed post for me Jimbob! :y :y
I also want to purchase child ear defenders for my autistic grandson when he attends this years Eastbourne Air Show, and especially for when the Vulcan does it fly past! :) :)
I will now buy the ones in your link as they appear to be just the ticket! :y :y :y :y :y
Amazingly similar use....Fairford :y
And also with Autism, to get with the auditry sensitivity - to the level hand dryers cause distress
Yep, and indeed not only does the autistic child hate hand dryers in toilets (those Dyson jobs that sound like a jet warming up!) but so does the 3 year old. They both run a mile ;D ;D ;D ;D ;)
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Jimbob, I hope this isn't too late but hold fire! I'll chat with SWMBO later and see what she recommends, as it's her field of excellence!
If you don't hear back from me by tomorrow lunchtime send me a text to remind me as I'm not on here much at the moment
Cheers Paul, Id 'temporarily' forgotton she did that, Thanks..
I know ears 'need protecting' (just like ours were when we were kids ;) ) but this is actually more about comfort. I bet they actually get quite a bit of use once weve got them.
Matt, not sure he would like an inear solution at the mo, but in later life would be ideal should it be needed.
Need to order soonish, but not today :y
Thanks all...
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We have two autistic children so I asked the wife as she sorts this kind of thing out and she said have a look here. We have not bought from them but she has heard of the website before.
http://www.cheapdisabilityaids.co.uk/childrens-ear-defenders-513-p.asp
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Those look good, but only suitable up to 8 unfortunately :(
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Those look good, but only suitable up to 8 unfortunately :(
That would be my problem also :(
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I've ordered 2 of the pairs from my first link this afternoon. Few quid cheaper via eBay.
Ill update more when the arrive
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Hope they work out OK mate. Our youngest will be 10 next week and has aspergers so same issue with noise levels and so this prevents him from going to air or car shows which he would otherwise enjoy. Unfortunately he also has a range of sensory issues with touch and so wont bear to wear headphones.BTW, on the subject of kids with autism and sensory needs (dont mean to hijack your post, but this just ocurred to me-sorry), we recently purchased a giant inflatable wheel from Early Learning which he loves. On offer at the moment for £17.50. Anyhow, hope the headphones work out Jimbob :y