It has been a while since we have had to atropine drop. Last week, the ophthalmologist had us use the drops in both eyes for 3 days to get the most accurate measurement that they could. These days were a reminder of why we ended up switching back to patching. So, you may ask, howContinue reading “How to get eye drops in a 3 year olds eyes”
Category Archives: day in, day out
Meet Nicholas’ Eyes
Many of you know my daughter Elliana is 3 1/2 now and we caught her amblyopia a little before she turned one. She has a high myopia, Strabismus, and 3 months ago had Bilateral Lateral Rectus Surgery on the muscles of both of her eyes. We welcomed Nicholas into the world in November and I feel like our family wasContinue reading “Meet Nicholas’ Eyes”
what our kids say about their vision
Recently, the question has come up in the Little Four Eyes facebook group about what our kids say about how well they see – particularly once they get their glasses. Zoe has never really told me that she sees better (or worse) with her glasses, though when we talk about why she wears glasses, sheContinue reading “what our kids say about their vision”
Amblyopia Patching
To Our Patching Families, Sometimes it is hard to remember why we are patching. After placing the patch over our child’s stronger eye vision or pealing a sticky patch away from their reddend skin, it is easy to say, “We’ll skip patching today.” The most important thing to remember though, is that if your child’sContinue reading “Amblyopia Patching”
vignettes from the weekend
We went sledding this weekend, which was a lot of fun up until the final ride when she fell off the sled and ended up getting snow pushed up between her glasses and her eye. Ouch and brrrrr, Zoe was really – understandably – upset. Miraculously, the glasses weren’t scratched. ~ ~ ~ After aContinue reading “vignettes from the weekend”
“Why he doesn’t wear glasses?”
Zoe’s 3 and well into the “why” stage of life. “Why it’s called ‘breakfast’?” “Why it is snowing?” “Why I can’t wear a dress and a skirt at the same time?” And recently, “why he (or she) doesn’t wear glasses?” (Her word order for asking questions isn’t quite right, but I find it kind ofContinue reading ““Why he doesn’t wear glasses?””
Please don’t
Dear random people in the coffee shop, Please don’t stop in front of our table, stare at Zoe, grab your friend, then point at Zoe and smile and laugh and then walk off. I could tell from your expressions that you weren’t trying to be mean, and that you thought Zoe was cute, and IContinue reading “Please don’t”
thankful
Thursday is Thanksgiving in the US, the day that we pause for a moment to give thanks for all that we have. But I feel like starting a bit early. So in the spirit of giving thanks, here are a few things that I have to be thankful for: That Zoe’s vision problems were caughtContinue reading “thankful”
Bumper UP
I received some helpful advice for helping my daughter stay safe as she RUNS through the house. I think it is a great thing to teach children of all abilities and wanted to share with you. The idea is that when they are running, they keep one hand in front of their chest so thatContinue reading “Bumper UP”
I am a very LUCKY mom!
I know without a doubt that someone out there is watching over me! Last month, in the middle of our patch hating eye prescription worsening time, our new neighbors moved in. I have to say, there is no way I could be happier. How often is it that you have anotherContinue reading “I am a very LUCKY mom!”
Backyardigans’ “Glasses Are Great” Stickers
My friend just sent me this link to print our own stickers. I like the idea of making them into iron-on transfers too. They were bright colored, fun, and great for a little one in glasses, so I wanted to pass it along! http://www.nickjr.com/printables/backyardigans-glasses-stickers.jhtml
new favorite t-shirt
Had to share this t-shirt that we found online at Threadless. It’s titled “I Love Fairy Tales” and I knew the first time I saw it that I’d have to get it for Zoe. She loves frogs and yellow, so it was a no brainer, and now she asks to wear it almost every morning.Continue reading “new favorite t-shirt”
Teaching your child to put on their glasses
I’m wondering if any of you worked specifically on teaching your children how to put their glasses on. At what age did you let them start putting them on themselves? When we first got Zoe her glasses, one of my concerns was how to help a 14 month old learn to put glasses on withoutContinue reading “Teaching your child to put on their glasses”
Best way to stop the comments about your toddler’s glasses
Have their face painted like a tiger. We got just as many comments as usual this afternoon, but not one of them had anything to do with her glasses.
Round up of sunglasses options for children with glasses
When your child is wears glasses, the question of sunglasses can be complicated. We can’t just stop by the local store and pick up a pair of inexpensive kid’s glasses. Last week I asked for people’s experiences with the different options for sunglasses for kids with glasses, so here’s my round-up of the three options,Continue reading “Round up of sunglasses options for children with glasses”
For Little Eyes 