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Kids Eye Exams
Helpful tips and guidance for parents on spotting vision problems, understanding milestones, and knowing when to book an eye exam for children of all ages.
Your Baby’s First Eye Exam: When to Book and What to Expect
Your baby’s first eye exam is recommended between 6–9 months of age, even if everything seems normal. This blog explains what happens during an infant eye exam, what conditions can be detected early, how Alberta coverage works, and what parents can expect at their baby’s first visit.
Dr. Justin Jensen, OD
May 84 min read
Myopia in Kids Is on the Rise — What Calgary Parents Can Do About It
More kids are becoming nearsighted than ever before and it’s happening earlier. This blog explains why myopia is increasing, the long-term risks of high myopia, and what Calgary parents can do to help slow progression through early intervention, outdoor time, and modern myopia control options.
Dr. Monica Bell, OD
May 73 min read
Screen Time and Your Child's Eyes: What Auburn Bay Parents Should Know
Screen time is a normal part of childhood, but too much near work can impact your child’s vision and contribute to myopia. This blog covers the 20-20-20 rule, screen time guidelines by age, and simple ways Calgary parents can support healthy eyes, plus when symptoms mean it’s time to book an exam.
Dr. Justin Jensen, OD
Apr 94 min read
7 Signs Your Child Might Need an Eye Exam. A Calgary Optometrist's Guide
Children don't have a baseline for what “normal” vision looks like. If they’ve always seen the world a certain way — blurry, doubled, strained — they assume that’s just how things are supposed to be.
Dr. Monica Bell, OD
Apr 74 min read
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