Quality vision is integral to learning and development, especially for a child. However, some children really struggle to get used to wearing glasses after a trip to the optometrist. Use this guide for tips to help encourage your little one to wear their new lenses with confidence and regularity. 

How to Get Your Kids Excited About Wearing Glasses

1. Give Your Child Some Control 

Children tend to be more open to experiences they get to play some type of role in. When it comes time to choose frames for their prescription lenses, let your child pick the frames. 

This gives your little one a sense of control, which is important for a big transition. Your optometrist should carry a number of kid-friendly options with a variety of colors and styles  that will help your child feel more excited about their new accessory. 

2. Take it One Step at a Time 

As helpful as they may be, wearing glasses all day can be a big adjustment. Try setting smaller goals to help your child get acclimated. You can start with wearing glasses as little as 15 minutes a day and building up a tolerance slowly over time. After a while, your child will feel more comfortable, making wearing their glasses a more natural habit. 

3. Highlight Other People Who Wear Glasses

Wearing something that changes their appearance can be really intimidating for little ones. Helping them realize they are in good company can be really encouraging and helpful. 

Try showing your child examples of high-profile individuals, like athletes, celebrities, artists, musicians, fictional characters or people they admire who wear glasses as well. Seeing these examples may help your child wear their glasses with more confidence.

For the eye care services you deserve, trust the professional staff of Abel, Klecker & Robbins located inside Pal Optical in Lexington, KY. This locally-owned and operated eye clinic provides all the services you need to stay on top of your ocular health.  Dr. Steven Klecker and Dr. Kathryn Robbins  are dedicated to improving their patients' eyesight through stellar optical care. Offering detailed eye exams, an in-house lab and over 1500 frames, there is no better resource for eye care. To schedule an appointment, call (859) 269-6921, or for more information visit the website.