Children’s Vision
It is not always easy to detect if a child has a vision problem. Up to 1 in 17 young children, 1 in 5 preschool-aged children enrolled in Head Start, and 1 in 4 school-aged children has a vision problem that might otherwise go undiagnosed. Sometimes children have trouble seeing and don’t even realize they are seeing the world differently than others. Healthy vision is important for learning and success in school. Vision problems can make it hard for children to read and learn, and unfortunately, many fall behind in school or show behavioral problems.
You’re Baby’s Eyes-Vision Milestones
To help you ensure that your baby has healthy vision during the first 12 months, follow along with these Vision Milestones.
Make Sure Their Eyes Are Ready
This form will help you recognize if your child needs to go to the eye doctor by covering different appearance, behavior, and complaint signs.
Make Their Eyes Ready-English
Make Their Eyes Ready-Spanish
Make Their Eyes Ready-Hmong
How to Make an Eye Appointment
Wondering how to make an eye doctor appointment for your child. Click the link below to check out our helpful graph.
How-to-Make-A-Doctors-Appointment (English)
How to Make an Eye Doctor Appointment (Spanish)
How to Make an Eye Doctor Appointment (Hmong)
How to Make an Eye Doctor Appointment with Medicaid
Children Vision Resources Brochure
Additional vision resources for Wisconsin Residents.
Answers to Common Parent Questions
Common Vision Problems in Children
Learn about five common vision problems for children: myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, strabismus, and amblyopia.
Myopia
A digital screen is a common view for many of us nowadays. While the digital world helps us stay connected, the effects it can have on children and adults vision health can be debilitating. In fact, currently 40% of the U.S. population has myopia, or nearsightedness due to increased screen times. Click here to learn how to protect yours and your child’s vision health by following the simple steps of limiting screen time use and getting outside!
Healthy Contact Lens Habits
Contact lenses are a convenient way for individuals to see more clearly without having to use or wear glasses. 45 million Americans wear contact lenses, however, many of them don’t take care of them like they should. While contact lenses can be easy and convenient, it is important for those that wear them to use them properly and take care of their eyes.