Expert Eye Care Tips for Children

You've probably heard that carrots are good for your eyes—and that's true! But a well-rounded diet for eye health goes far beyond carrots. Fall is harvest season, and many of the fruits and vegetables available right now are powerhouses for your child's developing...

Every October, colorful costume contact lenses pop up in Halloween shops, online stores, and even convenience stores. They promise vampire eyes, cat-slit pupils, or eerie all-black irises. They also promise trouble—especially for children. The American Academy of...

October is Home Eye Safety Month, and it's a timely reminder that most childhood eye injuries don't happen on the sports field—they happen right at home. From household cleaners to flying toy parts, everyday items can pose a serious threat to young eyes. Common...

Here's one of the best-kept secrets in children's eye health: time spent outdoors may actually help protect your child from developing myopia (nearsightedness). And with fall's cooler temperatures arriving, it's the perfect season to get outside. Research has...

If your child spends time on a tablet, computer, or phone—and let's be honest, most do—then digital eye strain is a real concern. One of the simplest tools to combat it is the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds. Why...

The school year is underway, and for many parents, the first few weeks reveal more than academic readiness—they can expose hidden vision problems. Teachers are often among the first to notice that a child is struggling to see, but parents can watch for signs at home,...