Most parents wait until their child complains about blurry vision before scheduling an eye exam — but by that point, vision problems may already be affecting learning, reading, and sports performance. The American Optometric Association recommends a child's first eye exam at 6 months, again at age 3, before starting kindergarten, and then annually throughout their school years. Children rarely complain about poor vision because they don't know what "normal" looks like — they simply adapt and struggle in silence.
Undetected vision problems are one of the leading contributors to learning difficulties in school-aged children. Conditions like amblyopia (lazy eye), strabismus (crossed eyes), and early-onset myopia are all highly treatable when caught early — but much harder to correct the longer they go unaddressed. At Harnos Optometry in New Paltz, NY, we specialize in pediatric eye exams and myopia control programs designed to protect your child's vision now and in the future.
Don't wait for a report card to flag a problem that a 45-minute eye exam could have caught. Schedule your child's annual eye exam in New Paltz today — we welcome patients of all ages.
Ready to prioritize your eye health? Our team at Harnos Optometry in New Paltz is here for you.
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