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The Vision Checklist Every Parent Should Review Before Back-to-School
Back-to-school season is filled with to-do lists: supplies to buy, clothes to try on, and forms to fill out. But there’s one important thing many parents overlook—a child’s vision.
Vision & Learning Center
Apr 112 min read
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How Much Screen Time Is Too Much? A Complete Guide for Parents
In today’s world, screens are everywhere—TVs, tablets, smartphones, laptops—and they’re becoming part of daily life at younger and younger ages. While screens can offer educational and creative opportunities, too much screen time can affect your child’s sleep, attention, vision, physical health, and emotional regulation.
Vision & Learning Center
Apr 43 min read
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Can Vision Therapy Help with Motion Sickness or Dizziness?
Does your child get carsick easily? Complain of dizziness in busy places like grocery stores or playgrounds? Or seem uncomfortable on swings, merry-go-rounds, or even escalators?
Most people think of motion sickness as a stomach issue—but for many kids, the root cause is actually visual.
Vision & Learning Center
Oct 25, 20242 min read
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Exploring the Benefits of Perceptual Skills and Their Impact on Child Development
When we think about vision, we often think about how clearly our children can see. But what if your child’s reading, writing, or coordination struggles aren’t just about eyesight?
Vision & Learning Center
Oct 11, 20243 min read
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Understanding Binocular Vision Dysfunction (BVD) in School-Aged Children: What Parents and Educators Need to Know
When it comes to the health of our children, it’s important to be aware of various conditions that can impact their well-being and development. One such condition is Binocular Vision Dysfunction (BVD), a condition that can affect a child's ability to see and process visual information properly. BVD can go unnoticed in many children, but understanding the signs and symptoms, along with the importance of early diagnosis, can help ensure that children get the support they need t
Vision & Learning Center
Oct 4, 20243 min read
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The Benefits of Early Eye Exams: Why Your Child Should See a Pediatric Optometrist Before Starting School
Good vision is essential for academic success. Classroom activities, such as reading, writing, and using a computer, rely heavily on vision.
Vision & Learning Center
Sep 1, 20243 min read
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Parent’s Guide to Common Eye Problems in Teenagers (13-18 Years)
Understanding common eye problems in teenagers.
Vision & Learning Center
Aug 30, 20245 min read
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Parent’s Guide to Common Eye Problems in Children (6-12 Years)
Understanding common eye problems in children aged 6-12 years can help you know when to seek professional care and when home remedies work.
Vision & Learning Center
Aug 16, 20245 min read
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Parent’s Guide to Common Eye Problems in Babies (0-18 Months)
The first year and a half of your baby’s life is a period of rapid growth and development, including their vision.
Vision & Learning Center
Aug 9, 20245 min read
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Is Your Child Struggling with Reading? It Might Be a Vision Issue
As a developmental optometrist, I’ve seen firsthand how vision issues can significantly impact a child’s ability to read.
Vision & Learning Center
Jul 12, 20243 min read
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The Eyes Have It: How Vision Shapes Developmental Milestones
From the moment a child opens their eyes to the world around them, vision plays a pivotal role in shaping their development and achieving im
Kelsey
Mar 25, 20242 min read
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Understanding Depth Perception: What It Is, How It Develops, and the Impact of Vision Conditions
Depth perception begins to develop in infancy when a child’s eyes and brain start to work together.
Vision & Learning Center
Mar 15, 20244 min read
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The Intriguing Connection Between Primitive Reflexes and Vision
Understanding Their Impact on Eye Function: Our body's development is a marvelously intricate process, and the interaction between...
Kelsey
Dec 4, 20232 min read
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Book Review: “Active Baby, Healthy Brain” by Margaret Sassé
A question we often get in the office is regarding what you can do to prevent developmental issues in children, especially if an older...
Vision & Learning Center
Oct 16, 20232 min read
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The reason to why your Child's Handwriting Skills may not be Improving
Visual-spatial perception plays a crucial role in handwriting skills. Here's how it impacts handwriting: 1. Letter Formation and...
Vision & Learning Center
Jun 26, 20232 min read
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