Last night Eric reminded us that today is National Microtia Day. Every year, Landon gets so excited there’s a day to celebrate her amazing ears, but this year she wanted to share something with her sweet friends and classmates and teachers about this special day.
Here is what we wrote… “Today is National Microtia Day. Microtia – pronounced “my-crow-shuh” – literally means small ear! There are almost 36,000 people living in our country with Microtia. It affects the outside of the ear and someone can have it on one ear or both! People with Microtia have it when they are born and most of us wear hearing aids like mine. They are called Bahas and I think they are awesome. I have Microtia because I also have something called Treacher Collins. But other kids might just have Microtia. Kids with Microtia are the same as me- with super cool ears. I love my tiny ears and my bahas. Thanks for letting me tell you about Microtia!”
Thank you @earcommunity for creating this day where we can celebrate together and teach our community about our differences and celebrate these amazing ears. And thank you @thecooperschool for providing a community where she can be herself wants to share her story. 🥲❤️ #nationalmicrotiaawarenessday