Myopia Control for Children at Prairie Eye Care
When your child’s nearsighted prescription keeps climbing, it’s not just about clearer everyday vision, it’s about preventing long‑term risks and progression. We work with families across Winnipeg to slow myopia’s advance using evidence-backed tools and personalized guidance, so kids can see comfortably and protect their vision for the future.
Why Myopia Deserves Attention
Nearly 34% of children in Canada are affected by myopia, a number expected to rise significantly in the coming decades. Without intervention, rapid progression increases the risk of serious eye conditions such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, and early cataracts especially for kids heading into their teenage years. Early intervention not only keeps daily vision sharper but also helps lower the chance of costly, vision-threatening complications down the road.
The Myopia Control Options We Offer
At Prairie Eye Care, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. That’s why we create treatment plans tailored to your child’s vision, age, and lifestyle:
Specialty Glasses (Stellest®): Modern spectacle lenses designed to slow eye elongation while offering clear vision for everyday wear.
MiSight® Daily Contact Lenses: Approved by Health Canada for myopia control, these daily soft lenses are convenient and scientifically effective.
Lifestyle Guidance: Regular time outside, ideally 90 minutes per day, may slow myopia’s progression. Fewer hours indoors, smart screen breaks, and proper lighting can all make a difference.
What Your Appointment Will Look Like
Your child’s first myopia control visit includes:
- A full pediatric eye exam tailored to tracking vision growth.
- A conversation about your family’s vision history, habits, and lifestyle.
- A clear, long-term care plan with follow-up monitoring and support.
We treat families like partners. We explain, listen, and make sure the solution fits your child’s life.
Why Families Across Winnipeg Trust Prairie Eye Care
Prairie Eye Care is known for approachable, relationship-based care. Your child sees optometrists who often live in the same neighbourhood, from Transcona to Park City creating consistency and familiarity that families appreciate. Referrals from local pediatricians are common, and our teams have a proven track record managing changing vision with clarity and compassion.
Let’s Slow Down Your Child’s Changing Vision—Together
If your child’s prescription keeps changing or if screen time and homework seem to make vision worse, let’s talk. Book a myopia control consultation at any Prairie Eye Care clinic in Winnipeg. Together, we’ll create a plan that helps protect their vision today and into the future.
