Children spend a lot of time staring at screens, both at school and home. This screen time can lead to a number of problems including eye strain, dry eyes, headaches, poor posture and difficulty sleeping. It can even damage their developing retinas over time. There’s also a concern that excessive screen time can impact their learning and behaviour.

Blue light emitted from screens is known to interfere with the body’s natural sleep/wake cycle. This can result in tired, grouchy kids. Blue light reduction glasses help filter out those high-energy waves and can reduce eye strain. They can also improve sleep quality by reducing the negative effects of looking at screens before bedtime.

Blue Light Protection for Kids: How to Safeguard Their Eyes from Digital Devices

There’s no doubt that our kids are exposed to a lot of blue light, especially from their phones and tablets. While some exposure is healthy and beneficial, it’s important to establish limits on screen time and encourage regular breaks. It’s also critical to balance screen time with outdoor play and natural light.

Many optometrists now offer blue light reducing lenses and add-on screen protection covers. These products are designed to reduce harmful blue light and UV, while still allowing beneficial red light through. These glasses are lightweight and comfortable, perfect for your child to wear while they work or play. They’re available in prescription and non-prescription and can be added to almost any pair of kid’s frames. Contact your local independent eyecare provider today to learn more about Blue light protection for kids.