Getting glasses.

Something new on your face all day, an eye exam with funny machines. Knowing the steps first makes it less strange.

Visual schedule

Getting Glasses

  • Go to the eye doctor
  • Look at the letters
  • Try on frames
  • Pick a pair
  • Wear my glasses
  • Go home
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More ways to prepare for glasses

What to expect

An eye exam is looking and choosing, not anything that hurts. New glasses can feel strange on the face at first, and that fades. Telling your child the steps, and that glasses help them see clearly, takes the worry out.

One tip from a dad who's been there

Let your child help pick the frames so the glasses feel like theirs. Build up wearing time in short stretches at home before a full day.

Common questions

What if my child won't keep the glasses on?

Short, happy wear at first: ten minutes during a favorite show, then off before they get annoyed. Build minutes, not battles. Many kids keep them on once they notice the world got sharper.

Can I make this in Spanish?

Yes. Every tool and this page exist in Spanish, and the printed page comes out in the language you choose. Use the language switch at the top.

Do I need an account?

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