One of the best things you can do to safeguard your child’s visual health is to bring them for a checkup with our eye doctor regularly. Some children get anxious at the idea of having their eyes examined, but there are a few things you can do as a parent to make them feel more at ease. Read on as Alderwood Optical and Canyon Park Vision Clinic shares some tips on preparing your child for an eye exam.
Make the Necessary Preparation
Visit our website to read about the services and products we offer. Read about our services like family eye care or pediatric eye exam, which will tell you what to expect at your visit. Before the actual visit, it’s a good idea to write down any questions or concerns you want to ask the your eye doctor about your child’s visual health. If possible, bring their medical documents as well.
Don’t Keep Your Child in the Dark
Most children fear going to the doctor because they don’t know what to expect and they don’t understand why the appointment is necessary. We recommend talking to your child about the appointment in advance and showing them pictures of the optometrist, clinic and instruments to be used. This will make the process more interesting and less scary.
Stay by Your Child’s Side
Letting your child know you’ll stay by their side throughout the visit is probably the best way to prepare them. Your reassuring presence can help calm their nerves, ensuing their cooperation. If we find signs of refractive errors, your eye doctor also suggests helping them choose eyewear in their favorite color. This makes the whole experience more interactive so they can look forward to the next one.
Call us today at (425) 771-8472 for Alderwood Optical or (425) 485-0430 for Canyon Park Vision Clinic to schedule an eye exam for your child. You may also fill out our form to do so. We serve Redmond, Kirkland and nearby areas in Washington.