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When it comes to the health of children, parents take care of every small and big thing, from their food and drink to cold and cough. But there is one thing that is often ignored until the problem becomes serious – and that is children’s eyes. In today’s digital age, where children are glued to mobiles, tablets and TV screens for hours, their eye health is in great danger. Ophthalmologists are warning that early eye examination of children is not just to find out the number of spectacles but to save their eyesight for life. Why are the first 5 years of childhood so important? From birth to the first few years By then, the baby’s eyes and brain learn to work together. This is the time when their visual ability develops rapidly. If there is any problem in the eyes during this time (such as squinting, weakness of one eye or number of spectacles), then the brain starts ignoring the signals received from that weak eye. If it is not treated at the right time, this weakness can become permanent and the child can lose his entire ability to see. Common problems in children which should not be ignored are Strabismus: In this, both the eyes do not look in the same direction simultaneously. Do not make the mistake of considering this as just a beauty problem, it can destroy the child’s 3D vision ability. Refractive Errors: Children may have difficulty seeing far (myopia) or near (hypermetropia). If the correct number of glasses are not worn, it can have a negative impact on their education and development. Parents, keep an eye on these symptoms. Young children are unable to tell about their problems, so you have to pay attention to these signs: Sitting too close to the TV. Rubbing the eyes repeatedly or complaining of headache. Inability to concentrate in studies or making mistakes in recognizing letters. One eye rotating in a different direction than the other. When to get the eyes checked? only yours Even if a child shows no symptoms, doctors recommend eye exams at these times: At 3 years of age: Second checkup. Just before school (5-6 years of age): Third and most important checkup. Remember, your child’s eyes are their window to the world. A little investigation can keep their beautiful world bright and clean forever. Don’t wait for them to tell you, take action today.