Blog — Kiddies Eye Care

Vision to Learn. Vision to Thrive. (Geelong + Surf Coast Living Feature)

Last year, we were fortunate enough to be featured in the Summer Edition of Geelong + Surf Coast Living Magazine. Read what we had to say here…

DMFebruary 13, 2021

Featured in SKY: Our Story

Last year, I had the chance to sit down with Founder of Humans of SKY, John Ng, and talk to him about my story and the story of Kiddies Eye Care.

Thank you John for allowing us the opportunity to share our roots with our amazing community.

DMOctober 15, 2020

Colour Vision Deficiency (Colour Blindness)

DMSeptember 16, 2020

Blue Light Blocking Glasses

Blue light glasses are simply a bandaid for other undetected vision issues which may further develop and impact your child’s learning. Don’t miss that opportunity to give your child the best chance at learning and life by checking their vision.

DMAugust 19, 2020

Why Lenses Design Matters

Many of you would know my middle-child Demi. She’s been wearing glasses for most of her life and has been the guinea pig for many of new and upcoming lens technologies before I introduce them into my practice to my patients. This week Demi found the time to avoid her university studies and write about her experience with personalised lens technology and how it’s revolutionised her understanding of vision and also the optical industry.

DMAugust 14, 2020 Comments

Perfect Frames, and the Perfect Fit!

DMJuly 13, 2020

My child has '20/20' vision so why do I need to see a behavioural optometrist?

This week, optometrist, Nicky Kiparissis, answers a commonly asked question: if my child has 20/20 vision, why do they need an eye test?

FAQsDMJuly 3, 2020

What is Behavioural Optometry?

What differentiates our comprehensive eye examinations compared to ‘normal’ eye tests? The short answer is, we assess vision holistically - it’s not just about what you can SEE but instead is about the integration of your ENTIRE visual system. Read this blog from optometrist, Lucy Bailey, to read more.

FAQsDMJune 28, 2020Comprehensive Eye Test, Behavioural Optometry, Paediatric Optometry

When should I take my child for their first eye test?

A commonly asked question we get is ‘At what age does my child need an eye test?’. The simple answer is, if you are concerned, no age is too young for an examination with our paediatric optometrists. All children should have their first eye test at 6 months of age.

FAQsDMJune 19, 2020FAQs, Parenting Tips

Astigmatism in Children

This week, optometrist, Lucy Bailey, writes about a common eye condition seen in a number of children - Astigmatism.

DMJune 14, 2020Comment

Non Verbal and hyperactive

When 2 year old Master M presented to our rooms over 6 months ago, he was tired, angry frustrated and his speech was poorly developed.

Will WIlliamsJuly 7, 2019

My Grade 4 child had Amblyopia/Lazy eye.

When we first met Miss C, she was only booked in for a routine eye examination simply because her brother was having an eye test. No one suspected that she might have an eye problem.

Our PatientsWill WIlliamsJuly 6, 2019School, Focusing

Autism Awareness Month- The Misunderstood Child

April is Autism Awareness Month and this is in honour of all the children and adults with Autism.

Will WIlliamsApril 1, 2019

Glaucoma and your Child’s Big Eyes

How many babies do you see with the most amazing large eyes in their tiny heads. We all get excited about it and tend to associate this feature with beauty. What many people don’t realise is that having large eyes can be an indication a condition that can lead to glaucoma.

Will WIlliamsMarch 13, 2019

FUN FACTS -YOUR CHILD’S VISION

Children are no different to adults when it comes to their eyes and vision. Glaucoma, Cataracts, Macular dystrophy can also occur in little people including babies.

Will WIlliamsMarch 1, 2019