Children's Vision FAQs

Will My Child Inherit My Vision Problems or Eye Disease?
What role does genetics play in vision problems and eye disease?

What Does a Newborn Baby See?
Your newborn baby gazes at you, but what does he really see?

Sometimes My Newborn Baby Seems to Have Crossed Eyes. Is This Normal?
Crossed eyes are normal in newborn infants, as the entire visual system is underdeveloped.

Why Do a Baby's Eyes Change Colors?
A baby's eye color is determined by the amount of pigment contained in the iris.

Why Is My Infant's Eye Tearing So Much?
Blocked tear ducts are common in infants.

How Are Blocked Tear Ducts Treated?
If a blocked tear duct is discovered early enough, treatment is usually simple, and infection can usually be avoided.

Is Fixation Preference Test (FPT) Reliable for Testing a Child's Vision?
Is the FPT (Fixation Preference Test) reliable in evaluating a child's vision?

What color will my baby’s eyes be?
What color will your baby's eyes be?