Hello everyone,
I am a new mother and I am concerned about my baby's vision development. I want to make sure that my little one's eyes stay healthy and that any potential issues are caught early. What are some ways to promote healthy vision development in my baby? Should I be doing anything in particular?
Also, I am not sure what the appropriate age is to schedule my baby's first eye exam. Should I wait until they are older or should I schedule it sooner? I would greatly appreciate any advice or tips on this matter. Thank you in advance!

Hi all,
As the father of a 18-month-old, I can attest to the importance of promoting healthy vision development early on. One important thing to keep in mind is that babies and young children are very sensitive to screen time, so it's important to limit their exposure to screens as much as possible. Instead, encourage playtime with toys that promote hand-eye coordination, such as balls or building blocks.
In terms of scheduling a baby's first eye exam, I found that it's never too early to schedule one. Our pediatrician recommended that we get our son's eyes checked at his 1-year checkup, and luckily, everything checked out fine. Even if your baby seems to be developing normally, it's always good to get their eyes checked just in case.
Hope this helps!