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Feeling the Unseen: How Touch is Redefining Parenthood for Blind Parents | The World Room
In this episode of The World Room, host Kerry Fowler explores the transformative impact of tactile technology on parenthood for blind and visually impaired parents. For decades, the prenatal ultrasound has been a visual ritual, creating an emotional barrier for those who cannot see the screen. This episode examines how new innovations—such as 3D printed tactile models and haptic feedback devices—are translating ultrasound data into touch, allowing blind parents to physically feel their unborn child’s shape and movement. It is essential listening for anyone interested in disability rights…
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