Brooklyn and Pia’s mothers met in a Facebook group for parents of children with congenital cytomegalovirus (CMV) and were immediately struck by the similarities between their daughters’ cases. Both were diagnosed with sensorineural hearing loss due to congenital cytomegalovirus (CMV) shortly after birth and were treated at Cincinnati Children’s. They grew close and supported one another during their medical journeys. Beyond medical expertise, both families discovered a nurturing community at Cincinnati Children’s, where professionals provided invaluable guidance. They were presented with choices: cochlear implants or embracing sign language. Brooklyn’s family opted for implants, while Pia’s chose both, ensuring they could engage with both hearing and deaf communities. Today, Brooklyn and Pia are doing well with the help of their cochlear implants, which have facilitated their speech development. Their friendship, forged through shared challenges and triumphs, is truly a testament to the care and support they received from their children’s hospital.