Why Do Kids Need to Wear Sunglasses?

The greatest amount of UV damage to the eye occurs during the first 18 years of life, which makes it extremely important for children to wear sunglasses.

Too much sun exposure at an early age contributes to damage that can turn into cataracts and macular degeneration when children get older. Sunglasses also offer protection for the delicate skin around your child’s eyes and eyelids. The Skin Cancer Foundation instructs parents to have children over 6 months wear sunglasses. Babies under 6 months should be kept out of direct sunlight.

Children typically spend more time outdoors, especially when the sun is brightest, which also makes them more susceptible to damage from UV rays.

Here are some situations in which it’s important to remember sunglasses for your child.

· While playing outside in any season.  The sun shines bright all year round and can be especially harmful during the winter months when the sun reflects off of white snow.

· Anytime your child will be around water, whether it be the pool, beach, or lake. Like snow, the sun reflects off of the surface of the water and can create a harsh glare.

· While your child goes to an amusement park or sporting event. Spending extended hours in an area with little shade requires the protection of sunglasses.

· Riding in the car. You wouldn’t think about driving around without sunglasses on when the sun was shining brightly and glaring off other cars, so don’t forget to shade your child’s eyes too.

Remember this rule of thumb: If you are lathering sunscreen on your child, it’s probably sunglasses weather. For more information you can read the original article on Sunglass warehouse.

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