spelling ophthalmologist
It took me a very long time before I could spell ophthalmologist right on the first try. I guess one of the perks of a kid in glasses is that […]
Monthly Archives: July 2010
The Dizzying Menu of Choices and Add-ons When Purchasing Glasses
Many thanks to our newest contributor, Nikki, for writing this – Ann Z I just spent $1115.00 on lenses and frames for three members of our family and expect to […]
Free Eye Patch Tutorial
For all you parents who lovingly patch your little ones. Make these, give them away, but just don’t sell them! These are inexpensive, light weight, covering, re-usable, and have a smooth […]
when will I learn?
Zoe’s had glasses for over 2 1/2 years. By now, I should know that I can’t get shirts with anything but the loosest neck over Zoe’s head without taking her […]
do young kids get teased because of glasses?
It’s a common concern (and one that I hold) for parents of young kids in glasses: Will my child be teased because of their glasses? It doesn’t help that the […]
Amblyopia PSA from Amblyopia Kids
I wanted to pass this along from Amblyopia Kids. Belle is 5, and does a great job in this video of explaining why she wears a patch. I love the […]
Re-Surgery?
Last month, we got the… “I am very sorry, but we will most likely need to have Elliana go back for another surgery.” Her eyes were turning in. We were […]
Open thread: struggles
We haven’t had an open thread in a while. Some kids use glasses as teethers, some hide or break them, some fight patching tooth and nail, and some of us […]
important safety tip regarding your child’s glasses and water buffalo
This evening, Zoe and I were reading a book about different animals. We got to a page with a picture of water buffalo, and she asked if they were nice. […]
Reader question: patching 24/7
Nicole just posted this question on the facebook group, and I thought I would post it here in hopes that someone else may have experience or thoughts for her. I […]
For Little Eyes 