Expert Eye Care Tips for Children
PARENT QUESTION: Simple daily habits for healthy kids’ eyes heading into spring
Late winter is a perfect time to reset everyday habits that support children’s eyes all year. Regular outdoor play, even in colder months, is linked with a lower risk of nearsightedness progression, and it also naturally breaks up screen time that can lead to digital...
PARENT QUESTION: Are my baby’s eyes developing normally in the first year?
Parents often wonder, “Is my baby’s vision on track?”
PARENT QUESTION: How much winter screen time is too much for my child’s eyes?
Late winter often means more indoor time, and many families notice screen use climbing.
PARENT QUESTION: Is it time for my child’s eye exam this spring?
February and March are a great time to check whether your child is due for a comprehensive eye exam before the busy end-of-school-year season.
PARENT QUESTION: How Do I Teach My Child To “Love Their Eyes”?
February brings Valentine’s Day — a great time to talk with kids about loving and protecting their eyes!
PARENT QUESTION: How Do I Protect My Child’s Eyes on Cold Winter Days?
Although winter temperatures dip in January and February, time outdoors still plays a key role in eye health. Natural daylight and distance viewing give eyes a break from screen focus and close activities — and may even help curb the progression of myopia...
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