For myopic children who need glasses for clear vision, making glasses a positive part of your child's routine is crucial. Sometimes, children with myopia may resist wearing glasses due to discomfort or self-consciousness. However, wearing glasses consistently is essential for their eye health and prevention of myopic progression. Here are three engaging tips to help them feel encouraged about consistently wearing glasses:
1. Reward System
Establish a positive reinforcement strategy where children who particularly dislike wearing glasses at home earn rewards, such as stickers or extra playtime, for wearing glasses for a set period of time. This encourages them to see wearing glasses as a positive accomplishment and will be more proactive in wearing their glasses.
2. Dolls/Action Figures with Glasses
Introduce your child to dolls or action figures that wear glasses, allowing them to identify with these characters and see glasses as a cool and relatable accessory. You can also make it a bonding activity by DIY crafting miniature glasses for their toys together, with simple materials such as paperclips, which will further increase their interest in glasses.
3. Role Model Inspiration
Introduce your child to stories, videos or movies of iconic child characters like Harry Potter who wear glasses and showcase how glasses can be a source of strength and uniqueness. This helps children view glasses as part of their identity and something to be proud of, giving them the confidence to wear their glasses more consistently.
Conclusion
Encouraging children to wear their glasses can be a fun and rewarding experience with the right strategies. To supplement these efforts, we have Eyelet Active, our engineering heavy frames that are built to be durable, comfortable and fashionable.
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