Pick Me Up!

is your child straining to see?

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1You may notice your child tilting their head or sitting too close to the TV. 2 It isn’t unheard of for kids to avoid homework, but if they’re finding it hard to read and getting headaches, it could be they need glasses. 3If your child seems to be falling behind at school, it might be because they’re struggling to see a whiteboard or to read their books. 4Not

everyone’s cut out for sports, but, if your little one flounders when catching or hitting a ball, it may be more than just poor co-ordination. 5 Children rubbing their eyes is often a sign they’re tired or are suffering eye ache. 6If your child has stopped using their phone or tablet, it might be due to eye strain. 7Is your child sensitive to light? They might have photophobi­a, which can be related to an eye condition. Watch how they react when they are exposed to direct light.

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