The ability to see clearly plays a key role in children’s development and learning. Thus, if the optometrist has decided your child needs glasses, it’s important to make sure they wear them. However, this can be challenging if your kid is struggling to get used to their new look. Fortunately, there are a few ways you can help them feel more confident in their eyewear, as demonstrated below. 

How to Encourage Children to Keep Their Glasses On

1. Ease Them Into It

Once you learn your kid will need glasses, start talking to them about it. Focus on the benefits, such as being able to see the television and classroom blackboard much clearer. Read books with characters that wear glasses—like Harry Potter—and point out all their favorite celebrities who also have frames.

2. Involve Them in the Buying Process 

Make a special shopping trip out of going to choose your child’s glasses. Allowing them to have a say in the purchase will make them more accepting of the change. It will also give them the opportunity to pick out a pair that matches their style and personality.

3. Make Sure They’re a Good Fit

Often, children don’t want to wear their glasses because they aren’t comfortable. Before you take their frames home, make sure they’ve been checked and adjusted to fit correctly. They shouldn’t slide down the bridge of their nose or rest too tightly against the side of their head.  

If you suspect your child needs glasses, bring them to see Dr. Matthew Lipparelli, OD for an exam. Backed by nearly 30 years of experience, he works with patients as young as five months old and offers gentle pediatric eye care services in an environment that puts kids at ease. In addition to providing Elko County, NV, residents with high-quality and affordable optometrist services, his office also carries a large selection of frames. Call (775) 753-5353 to schedule an appointment. Visit him online to learn more about his capabilities.