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Children's Vision

Seeing the world through the eyes of a child . . . do your children have a strong and healthy view?

Children to teens—helpful vision care information and advice for parents

As a parent, you certainly care a great deal about the health of all of your children’s senses. The senses have a powerful impact on how children learn and experience the world. In collaboration with health care professionals, it’s important to track your children’s sensory development.

Like other areas of paediatric health care, your child’s vision care comes with a unique set of questions and concerns. From scheduling eye exams to deciding whether your child is ready to wear contact lenses, you’ll find helpful information on a variety of topics below.

Children's Vision

Contact Lenses for Teenagers

Teens may want to switch from glasses to contact lenses – for a number of reasons. Consider these points when making your decision.

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Kids Contacts: The "Right" Age to Wear Contact Lenses

Are you considering contact lenses for your child? Here are a few things to think about before making the switch.

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Vision for Children

Let’s explore children’s vision, how it develops, and what you can do as a parent to support healthy eyes.

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Contact Lenses for Children: How Young is Too Young?

If your child wears glasses, they may want to switch to contact lenses at some point. Here’s what to consider.

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Kids’ Eye Exams: Tips for Children’s Eye Care

What to look for if you suspect your child has a vision correction need, and tips on taking your child to an eye care professional for the first time.

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Television and Children: What You Should Know

TV and screen time is a reality for children. Here are some points to consider before they tune in.

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