"Could My Child Need Glasses?" - Knowing the signs it's time for a child's eye exam

As a parent, it's common to worry about a child's health. While some health issues make themselves known, things like a cough, a sneeze, a nosebleed, other health issues are more nuanced and require attention to realize they're even a problem at all.

When it comes to children, the need for an eye exam, or glasses may not be readily apparent. However, there are some signs that indicate it may be time to take your child to visit the Optometrist.

(Please note this list is non-exhaustive and not meant to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease - This is merely a helpful list that may indicate a need for an eye exam)

• Frequent rubbing of the eyes

• Moving head or tilting side-to-side to see or read

• Squinting or straining to see

• Difficulty seeing the board in school

• Complaining things look "weird" or "fuzzy"

• Difficulty distinguishing letters or shapes from one another

• Complaining of "tired" eyes

• Complaining of double vision, or seeing two of one object or person

• Complaining of headaches, especially when trying to read

• Holding books very close or very far away when trying to read them

• Mistaking one object for another due to visual similarity, but missing fine details

• Difficulty reading and/or writing, but able to respond to things verbally

• Closing or covering one eye when looking at something

• Sitting very close to screens

• Poor hand-eye coordination

Uncorrected vision issues may make things like reading or playing daunting, when they should be fun! If you suspect your child may need vision correction, why not make an appointment for an eye exam to be sure? Call today at 907-452-2131!