Expert Eye Care Tips for Children
PARENT QUESTION: How Can I Keep My Child’s Eyes Safe at Home?
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...
PARENT QUESTION: Why Does Outdoor Play Matter for My Child’s Vision?
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...
PARENT QUESTION: What Is the 20-20-20 Rule, and Can It Really Help My Child’s Eyes?
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...
PARENT QUESTION: My Child Just Started School—What Are the Signs of a Vision Problem?
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,...
PARENT QUESTION: How Can I Protect My Child’s Eyes During Fall Sports Season?
September is Sports Eye Safety Month, and it's the perfect time to think about protecting your child's vision on the field, court, or track. Every year, thousands of children visit the emergency room for sports-related eye injuries—and the majority of those injuries...
PARENT QUESTION: How do I help reset sleep and screen habits for healthier eyes before fall?
Use August as a “reset month” before school resumes.
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