Ensure Your Newborn's Eye Health: InfantSEE Vision Exam

As a new parent, you naturally prioritize your newborn’s health and development. While you're likely scheduling regular pediatric visits and keeping an eye on their growth, don’t forget about an often-overlooked aspect of their well-being: eye health. Early detection of vision problems is crucial, and the InfantSEE® program offers an excellent solution to safeguard your child's eye health during their first year of life.

What is InfantSEE®?

InfantSEE® is a public health program designed to provide comprehensive eye and vision assessments for infants at no cost to families. Developed by the American Optometric Association (AOA) in partnership with The Vision Care Institute of Johnson & Johnson Vision, this initiative aims to ensure that eye care professionals can identify potential vision issues early—often before they become more serious problems.

Why Should You Schedule an InfantSEE® Exam?

During the first few months of life, infants undergo rapid visual development. Any undetected issues, such as farsightedness, nearsightedness, or more severe conditions like amblyopia (lazy eye), can affect your child's ability to learn and develop normally.

InfantSEE® exams focus on identifying early signs of:
 

• Strabismus (eye misalignment)
   

• Amblyopia (lazy eye)
   

• Significant refractive errors (such as nearsightedness or farsightedness)
   

• Congenital cataracts
   

• Other ocular health issues that may not be apparent without a thorough examination

What to Expect During an InfantSEE® Vision Exam

Your infant’s exam will be tailored to their age and visual development stage. At Clarendon Vision Advanced EyeCare, we use specialized tools and gentle techniques to examine your baby’s eye structure, pupil responses, and eye alignment. The process is safe and non-invasive, designed to keep your infant comfortable while providing critical insights into their eye health.

Here’s what typically happens during an InfantSEE® exam:
 

• External Eye Evaluation: The optometrist will carefully inspect the eye's surface, lids, and lashes to ensure they are developing properly.
   

• Ocular Motility Testing: This checks the infant’s ability to follow moving objects and assess how well the eyes are working together.
   

• Pupil Response Test: A light is used to examine how the pupils react, checking for any abnormalities.
   

• Refractive Assessment: Special tools assess whether the infant has nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism.
   

• Eye Alignment Test: This determines whether the eyes are aligned properly or if there’s any sign of strabismus (crossed eyes).

When Should You Schedule an InfantSEE® Exam?

The AOA recommends that infants receive their first comprehensive eye assessment between 6 and 12 months of age. Even if no symptoms are noticeable, this early exam can detect hidden problems that might otherwise go unnoticed until they impact your child’s vision development later in life.

Early Detection Matters

Detecting and treating vision issues early helps prevent more serious problems down the road. Vision is a key part of your child's cognitive, motor, and social development. By scheduling an InfantSEE® exam at Clarendon Vision Advanced EyeCare, you're taking a proactive step toward ensuring that your baby starts life with healthy vision.

Book Your InfantSEE® Exam with Clarendon Vision Advanced EyeCare Today

At Clarendon Vision Advanced EyeCare, we are committed to safeguarding your newborn’s eye health. Our team is proud to participate in the InfantSEE® program, ensuring every infant has access to early eye care. 

Schedule an InfantSEE® exam at no-cost with Clarendon Vision Advanced EyeCare and give your child the best start in life with clear, healthy vision. Contact our office in Westmont, Illinois, by calling (630) 323-7300 to book an appointment today.