Why pediatric eye care is so important for kids
Did you know that learning is up to 80% visual? Being able to see clearly is so important for children and their development at any age....
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Prairie Eye Care
- Feb 27
- 4 min
Everything you need to know about eyeglasses, patching and contacts
So, you’ve taken your child to the optometrist and everything you’ve dreaded comes true – your child needs eyeglasses. Picking out...
Prairie Eye Care
- Feb 17
- 2 min
What to expect at your child’s first optometry appointment
A visit to the eye doctor may be scary or exciting (or both!) depending on your child, and it helps to know what to expect. It’s...
Prairie Eye Care
- Feb 15
- 2 min
How a child’s eyes develop and when they need their first eye exam
Childhood is a critical time for eye development. A baby’s vision will go through many changes through their first year of life and...
Prairie Eye Care
- Feb 15
- 6 min
Why eye exams are important for your child’s vision
Most parents are aware of the importance of annual pediatrician or dental checkups for their children. However, many are not aware how...
Prairie Eye Care
- Oct 5, 2022
- 2 min
Five Foods Good for Eye Health
It's important to take steps to protect your vision, especially as you grow older. While regular eye appointments are key, you should...
Prairie Eye Care
- Oct 3, 2022
- 2 min
Solved! How To Make Makeup Work With Glasses
If you’re someone who wears glasses, you know the process of applying makeup can be a struggle and chaotic. If not handled well, makeup...
Prairie Eye Care
- Oct 1, 2022
- 3 min
5 Reasons why Prairie Eye Care Should Be Your Child’s Optometrists
Eye care should be one of your top priorities for your child’s health. After all, their vision is precious and needs to be protected at...
Prairie Eye Care
- Sep 27, 2022
- 2 min
When Should I Take My Child For Their First Eye Exam
Are you worried about when to take your kid to their first eye exam? When is it too late or too early? After all, babies cannot read the...
Prairie Eye Care
- Sep 25, 2022
- 2 min
How Increased Screen Time Affects Kids' Vision
Does your kid spend too much time in front of a mobile or tablet? Are you also worried about the quality of life your kid will have? A...
Prairie Eye Care
- Sep 23, 2022
- 3 min
Kids Can Get Eye Strain Too - Here’s How To Prevent It
Most people think of eye strain as a problem that only adults have to worry about. But kids can get eye strain, too, especially if...
Prairie Eye Care
- Sep 21, 2022
- 6 min
Ultimate Guide To Children’s Eye Care & Health
Raising a child is not easy and comes with many challenges, and ensuring their eye health is one of them. Don't wait too long to start...
Prairie Eye Care
- Mar 2, 2022
- 3 min
Retinal Detaching Warning Signs
Every individual needs to be aware of the signs and symptoms of a retinal detachment, as this condition may result in vision loss....
Prairie Eye Care
- Feb 28, 2022
- 2 min
Can Makeup be Bad for our Eyes
It's impossible to imagine a world without makeup. Makeup can be beneficial for enhancing our features and making us feel more confident,...
Prairie Eye Care
- Feb 26, 2022
- 3 min
Tips for Choosing your New Eye Frames
When you need a new pair of eyeglasses, the choices can be overwhelming. How do you know which style will look best on you? And how can...
Prairie Eye Care
- Feb 24, 2022
- 3 min
What Does Being Colorblind Mean
As a society, we are obsessed with color. From the clothes we wear to the way we decorate our homes, color plays a big role in our lives....
Prairie Eye Care
- Aug 30, 2021
- 2 min
The Basics Of Pink Eye
Have you woken up with red, sore, or itchy eyes? You may be experiencing conjunctivitis, or more commonly known as pink eye. While this...
Prairie Eye Care
- Aug 4, 2021
- 3 min
What Is Astigmatism & How Does It Affect My Vision?
Has your optometrist recently said you have astigmatism? Is your vision getting a bit blurry? Most of us know it affects our eyesight,...
Prairie Eye Care
- Jul 30, 2021
- 3 min
Night Time Driving Lenses: How To Tell When You Need Them
Driving on the road brings a set of vision-related challenges. But at night-time, these challenges become much more difficult. If your...
Prairie Eye Care
- Jul 13, 2021
- 3 min
Is Blue Light Bad For Your Eyes?
Thanks to our modern age technology, we now use our phones, computers, TVs, fluorescent bulbs, and other gadgets more than ever. While...
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