The Power of Presence: What Deaf Culture Teaches Parents About Listening with Maria Gallucci, EP 142

Send us Fan MailHave you ever noticed how quickly your child can tell when you’re not fully present?In this episode of That’s Good Parenting, Dori Durbin speaks with Maria Gallucci. She's the author of Raised in Silence, a Child of Deaf Adults (CODA), an ASL communicator, and advocate. They spokle about what growing up in a Deaf family taught Maria about listening, emotional safety, inclusion, and choosing connection over control.In this episode, you’ll learn:• The difference between hearing and truly listening• Why kids remember your tone longer than your words• How presence builds emotional safety at home• What Deaf culture teaches about awareness and empathy• How to raise inclusive children who defend and empower othersIf you’ve been feeling distracted, reactive, or stretched thin, or if you want to raise children who are emotionally intelligent and inclusive . . . Then this conversation offers practical parenting insights you can apply immediately.About Maria GallucciMaria Gallucci is a multi-award-winning broker/owner, ASL-fluent communicator, and author of Raised in Silence. As a Child of Deaf Adults, she grew up navigating both the Deaf and hearing communities, interpreting for her parents from a young age. Her life experience shaped her passion for advocacy, inclusion, and bridging communication gaps. She now helps families and professionals understand the power of presence, emotional awareness, and connection.Her book, Raised in Silence, is available on major book platforms.Website: https://raisedinsilence.comContact: https://galluccihomes.comAbout Dori DurbinDori Durbin is a children’s book illustrator, book coach, ghostwriter, and parenting podcast host who helps therapists, educators, and family-focused professionals transform their expertise into children’s books that support emotional regulation, shared language, and connection.Website: https://www.doridurbin.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dori_durbinEmail: [email protected] you considering getting a pet?Listen to this episode with Amy Castro about Child Readiness for Pets:https://www.petparenthotline.com/childreadyWant to help shape future children’s books created by experts?Join the That’s Good Parenting Club for behind-the-scenes access to upcoming manuscripts, early feedback opportunities, and community support:https://club.thatsgoodparenting.com/clubIntro for TDP (version 2)