wow I sure stirred up some crap here. haha
If i ever had a deaf child I would use ASL and hearing aids, until they were old enough to decide for themselves if they wanted a ci, if they did then I would help pay for it, but not before they can make their own educated decision about it. I think it should be the child's choice--but not while they are a child. just my opinion.
and I like how strong this topic is here. 
