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By: Nolan Reents

Nolan Reents — Sat, 19 May 2012 08:41:30 +0000

Thx for information.

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By: Ann Z

Ann Z — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:28:21 +0000

Hi Catalina, -0.5 is a very mild nearsighted. I'm not I have good advice about fit. Specs-4-us are designed for children with Down Syndrome, who have smaller noses and shorter temples. You might even contact them and see if they have any advice. You might also try asking Miss Danielle, who is a master certified optician who specializes in fitting children. I'm also happy to post your question to the front page of the blog and see if anyone else has better advice.

By: Catalina

Catalina — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 05:23:00 +0000

Hi! My daughter was born with a genetic disorder and her skull is shaped very different. I took her to the eye Dr, he said that she is “near sighted” and needs glasses (she has .5 in both eyes). I am not sure what degree that is, is that a lot?
Well the biggest problem was fitting her for glasses. Her nose bridge is low and her eyes hit the lens.
I am sad, I would love to find her some glasses that fit her and protect her eyes.
Any recommendations?

By: Ann Z

Ann Z — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 15:19:35 +0000

Thanks Katheryn, it sounds like a great book, I’ve added it to this page.

By: Ann Z

Ann Z — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 19:11:46 +0000

Hi Pearl, we do have that, I should really link to it from this page. It’s a page under “Collected Wisdom” here’s the link: http://littlefoureyes.com/collected-wisdom/doctor-and-optical-shop-recommendations/

I’m actually a little behind on adding the new recommendations, I’ll try to get those up soon!

Thank you!

By: Pearl

Pearl — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 18:06:32 +0000

I have a suggestion to make for this page. I was wondering if we can have a list of optometrists/ optical shops; that us parents are currently happy with. Maybe we can list by State ?
Since this is the first time DS will wear eyeglasses and is required to keep them all at all time; I have to ensure they are super comfortable and light ,so he doesn’t reject them outright.
I live in the Bay area ( North California) and am having a really hard time finding comfortable , ( almost ) unbreakable eyeglass frames anywhere in my neighborhood ( East Bay ). We have been to 3 optometrists already including the one I go to for my glasses.
Most of the optometrists have a miniscule selection of kids frames and they don’t know how to fit the frame on a child . Its so frustrating !! We finally located a store that has a good selection of frames for children but its 22 miles away. And we all know that this won’t be a one time trip. We have to be prepared to go to the optometrist multiple times for repairs.I know a lot of parents will relate to this situation.

By: Katheryn Schramm

Katheryn Schramm — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 22:14:49 +0000

I would like to be listed on your resource board. My book, Will My Child Actually Wear These Glasses? (available at Amazon.com)answers every question a parent could ask about children’s eyewear–including lenses, frames, understanding the written Rx, common conditions,and most importantly, it explains how to get any aged child to wear glasses. According to a recent review:
“In her new book, Will My Child Actually Wear These Glasses? Katheryn Schramm answers not only this question but every question a parent has regarding children’s eyewear. This book is the most complete, useful text published on this important topic and is the first to be written for the parent.”

By: Ann Z

Ann Z — Sat, 12 Feb 2011 18:37:29 +0000

That is a strong prescription. I know some doctors prefer to prescribe a weaker prescription for farsightedness at first to help ease kids in to it. Of course, then you have to pay for a new prescription once your child is ready for full power.

Honestly, i’d try waiting it out for another week or two to see if it gets better. I know how frustrating it is to see your kid throwing these expensive things that she really needs for her vision, over and over again. Believe me, I remember that stage. It got better for us after about 2 weeks. It’s enough to make you want to pull all your hair out (or it was for me). As hard as it is, try to stay positive and smiling when you pick them back up and set them back on his face – or give him a bit of a rest and don’t push the glasses for a bit. I bet it will get a little easier each day. Good luck, this is definitely the hard part.

By: Brandi Flood

Brandi Flood — Sat, 12 Feb 2011 13:39:12 +0000

My son just got his glasses yesterday and i cant even count the times he has thrown them in the floor! They are +7 (left) +7 (right) do you think this may be to strong for him or any tips on how i can get him to wear them he is 18 months old.