As a child getting glasses can be a big change. They may feel nervous or shy about having to wear them and it can also take some time to get used to them. The most important thing is that your child feels comfortable and confident. There are many things parents can do to ensure this, our Harrow opticians have put together some top tips…
Let them pick their glasses
As a parent, you want the best for your child, but when it comes to glasses, this needs to be something that is their choice. After all, they’re the ones who will be wearing them, so they’ll want it to feel like it’s their choice! Instill a sense of ownership and encourage your child to feel proud and confident in their new frames.
Make the experience fun
Make sure you allow your child plenty of time to try on new frames and different styles, including classic styles and more bold ones! This will be exciting for them, but it will also give you a chance to see what frames suit them as well as seeing how different ones change their look completely.
Make glasses exciting
Every child is unique and has their own individual style and personality. When it comes to choosing glasses this is no different. Cool colours, shapes and patterns can make glasses more exciting, allow them to choose something which fits their personality.
Make glasses a fashion accessory
If your children are older they might like to choose frames by a brand they like. Or, choosing a few pairs which they can match different outfits.
Make glasses part of a new look
Once your child has chosen their glasses, why not take them clothes shopping to get a new outfit to match their frames. It will make them think of the glasses as part of their new style and instantly give them a positive feeling around them!
Celebrity Status
Before heading to your child’s opticians appointment, why not check through some magazines or the internet to see if there are any photos of celebrities wearing glasses. Seeing people that they look up to or admire wearing them can be a real confidence boost!
Give positive encouragement
Creative a positive feeling around your child wearing their glasses, give them encouragement and tell them how nice they look on them!
Let them know the benefits of glasses
Starting to wear glasses can be daunting, so sitting down with your child to explain the benefits can be really beneficial. They’ll be able to enjoy the things they like to do more once they have glasses and it can go a long way to them accepting their new eyewear.
Getting them to do an activity such as visiting the cinema, drawing or reading is the perfect way to back this up and show them the advantages of glasses.
Glasses are stylish
As a parent, you worry about your child every day, and especially at school. Turning up to school on a Monday morning in a new pair of glasses is going to be daunting, but there really is no need to worry about how they will be perceived. Glasses are super stylish and it’s really important that as a parent you’re not projecting your worries on to your child.
Give them confidence, tell them how good they look in their glasses and they’ll go off feeling happy and comfortable!
Book your child’s eye appointment at our branch. We look forward to seeing you soon