Up until about fifteen to twenty years ago, young children needing glasses would refuse to wear them because it looked like the glasses were swallowing up their face. All that was really available for small faces were these plastic frames with big thick rims. Those kids that could get by with not wearing their glasses all of the time would take them off once they got to school so other children wouldn’t make fun of them. This is despite the fact that having trouble seeing the chalkboard was the main reason for the glasses in the first place. Then there were those kids who had to wear them all of the time because they couldn’t see without them. Those were usually the children having to endure names such as “four eyes” from various other kids throughout the day. (more eyeglasses details…)
February 5, 2010
Working With Children to Help Them Adjust to Their Eyeglasses
It is a common misconception that children are not particular about their looks. They are as vain as adults if not more. Hence, be ready to tolerate impudence and stubbornness when you inform your child that he or she needs eyeglasses.
You cannot afford to lose your temper. Convince your child of the necessity of the eyeglasses. Reassure your child that this would not affect their appearance. The combination of better vision and better looks should convince your child. (more eyeglasses details…)
Children’s Eyeglasses and the Six Musts to Buying Them
Many parents dread walking into an optical store in search of buying a pair of eyeglasses for their children. Not only is it a pain at time but it also can be a little confusing. There are so many children’s eyeglass frames to choose from that even finding a starting point is difficult, but that’s only of the problems. What about deciding which ones your child would actually enjoy wearing or what frame will last longer than a few days?
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August 4, 2009
Tips For Encouraging Your Child to Wear Glasses
If your child is reluctant to wear his/her glasses when he/she is required to wear glasses by the Optometrist.
I am pleasure to show you some tips for you to encourage your child to wear glasses in this article.
Why does my child need to wear glasses? (more eyeglasses details…)
