Ask the Expert Series: Caring for your kids eyes

According to Singapore National Eye Centre's Myopia Centre (SNEC), by Primary 6 the myopia rate amongst children in Singapore is as high as 65% ? Hence, for this Ask the Expert Session we have TWO experts who will be answering all your questions on myopia and how to care for your kids eyes ?? These two experts are Chen Weiwen: founder of My Eye Matters and Janet Chung: Principal Optometrist, PediaOptix. So start asking your burning questions in the comments section on caring for your kids eyes!

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What are some of the techniques to soothe tired eyes?

Janet Chung

Optometrist @PediaOptix, Mother of 2 teenage kids

4y ago

I think it is important to first find out the cause to the tired eyes. For example if you think it’s due to excessive screen time, then you should look at reducing your child’s screen time and taking regular breaks ie every 20 minutes of near work (including screen), look at 20 feet away for 20 seconds- we call this the 20-20-20 rule. Replace them with other engaging activities, like reading a book, or play time… Or if it’s due to lack of sleep, then I suggest getting advice from your paediatrician.

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