Good eye health helps children grow and learn. Here are simple ways to look after your child’s eyes. 1. Regular check-ups: A child’s eyes should be checked as a newborn, again in the first year, between 3 and 5 years of age, and at school age, so that problems can be found and treated early. 2. Healthy diet: Give a variety of fruits and vegetables, which provide vitamins such as A, C and E. 3. Balanced screen time: Take regular breaks from screens and close-up work to ease tired, strained eyes. 4. Outdoor play: More time outdoors in daylight is linked to a lower risk of short-sightedness (myopia) in children. 5. Good lighting: Make sure reading and study spaces are well lit to reduce eye strain. 6. Protective eyewear: Use suitable protective eyewear for sports and activities with a risk of eye injury. 7. Hygiene habits: Teach regular handwashing and not rubbing the eyes, to help prevent eye infections.
General health information, not a diagnosis. Reviewed and updated by Chetna Hospital’s content team with the help of AI writing tools, November 2026.
