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Does My Child Need to Wear Glasses All the Time?
Has your child been reluctant to wear their new eyewear? As a parent, you may be wondering if it is worth it, or perhaps, ‘Does my child need to wear glasses all the time?’
Great news: depending on your child’s prescription, they may not need to wear their glasses daily.
Here’s what you need to know:
Does my child need
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How to Prepare Your Child for an Eye Exam
If your child is nervous about their trip to the eye doctor, you may be wondering how to prepare your child for an eye exam. Fortunately, we see thousands of children every year and are here to share insight from other parents who have had the same issue.
How should you prepare your child for an eye exam?
Step #1: Let your child know that
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How Long Does It Take for Children to Adjust to Glasses?
Getting new glasses can be both exciting and slightly uncomfortable for some children. If your child doesn’t like wearing their new glasses, they may need more time to adjust.
How long does it take for children to adjust to glasses?
Whether your child is new to glasses or has had a recent prescription change, the adjustment period
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How to Adjust Kids Glasses That You Bought Online
Buying glasses online is a popular option when it comes to new eyewear for your child. Chances are, we’ve all bought a pair of glasses online before, but what happens when these glasses come in, and they don’t fit your child’s face?
Though it’s recommended to have an eye care professional adjust your child’s frames, it’s helpful
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How Do I Know If My Child’s Glasses Fit Well?
Once your child has gotten their first pair of glasses, you might wonder, ‘How do I know if my child’s glasses fit well?’ Fitting children’s glasses go far beyond the size of the lenses.
Here is what you should know about how glasses should fit on a child:
How do I know if my child’s glasses fit well?
Frames: The frames should be
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My Child Says His Glasses Hurt. What Do I Do?
Glasses can be a difficult adjustment for some children. And sometimes, children may say that their glasses hurt. If that is the case, you may be wondering how you can help.
For Eyes is here to explain the right steps to take and what to do if your child says their glasses hurt.
What to Do If Your Child Says Their Glasses Hurt
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Can Children’s Eyesight Improve?
When your child gets glasses for the first time or if you suspect your child has poor vision, you might wonder if children’s eyesight can improve. A child’s eyesight is constantly changing, which is why we recommend yearly eye exams.
Can children’s eyesight improve?
Your child’s eyesight can undergo many changes over time. As an infant,
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10 Things Parents Need to Know About Kids' Glasses
The day you find out your child needs glasses might feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. For Eyes is here to explain everything you need to know about selecting the best frames, lenses, and more.
Here are 10 things parents need to know about kids glasses:
#1 Thing Parents Need to Know About Kids' Glasses: Fit
How should glasses
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How Quickly Can a Child’s Vision Change?
A lot of parents wonder, ‘How quickly can a child’s vision change?’ The fact remains, a child’s eyesight can change at any time, often unrealized by you or your child.
Since good vision is integral to a child’s academic success and general health, it’s important to keep tabs on signs that your child’s vision is changing.
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Is My Child’s Vision Getting Worse?
We all want our children to have the best possible vision health, and while getting regular eye exams for your child can help with the question, ‘Is my child’s vision getting worse?’, there are also a few things to keep in mind about your child’s eye health.
What is the normal vision for a child?
Since vision can change so quickly
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