by John Dye | Feb 20, 2026 | Blog
Parents often wonder in late winter, “Is my baby’s vision on track?” During the first year, babies rapidly learn to focus, follow faces, and coordinate both eyes, but it can be hard to judge from home alone. Even if everything looks normal, the American Optometric...
by John Dye | Jan 29, 2026 | Blog
February brings Valentine’s Day — a great time to talk with kids about loving and protecting their eyes!Just like we care for hearts, we can care for eyes through daily habits that support visual health. Loving their eyes means limiting excessive screen time,...
by John Dye | Jan 21, 2026 | Blog
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...
by John Dye | Dec 18, 2025 | Blog
Screen use is nearly inevitable in today’s world of online learning, recreational gaming and streaming. But with that comes concerns about how much blue‑light exposure and near‑focus may impact children’s eye health and comfort. While research is ongoing, we know that...
by John Dye | Dec 4, 2025 | Blog
The holiday season brings magical displays of twinkling lights, but for children’s eyes, prolonged exposure to bright LED lights can cause eye strain, dryness, or discomfort. LED and decorative holiday lights emit high‑energy, short‑wavelength (blue) light — which can...
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