Optometrist for Babies Perth & Fremantle

The eye test will include consideration of the following:

1. Measurement of near focus and eye coordination. This can impact visual comfort and performance when reading, writing and using computers.

2. Measurement of distance focus and ability to change focus from distance to near work.

3. Assessment and treatment of lazy eye (amblyopia) and turned eye(strabismus). Assessment of tracking eye movement skills for reading fluency.

4. Assessment of vision development to ensure that normal milestones have been achieved.

5. Assessment and management of visual issues associated with health or any other barriers to normal vision development.

A child can be examined at any age, particularly if (as a parent) you are concerned.  A good age to begin regular eye examinations for a child is around 4 years of age.  That is, when they can sit still, pay attention and follow simple instructions.  This is an important stage in a child’s development and when our optometrists can accurately assess if any vision problems exist and the best course of action, 

Conditions such as the lazy eye (amblyopia), turned eye (strabismus), eye teaming, squint eye, and colour vision deficiencies are best detected at an early age to maximise their learning potential through school. At For Eyes, we will closely examine your child’s vision and determine whether their vision is normal or if some form of intervention is required.

We recommend that all children receive a routine eye examination prior to commencing school to ensure that there are no vision problems that would impede their ability to learn.  Thereafter, we recommend an eye examination every 18 months - 3 years unless advised otherwise by an optometrist.

There is evidence that:

1. Many children with reading difficulties also have a vision problem

2. One in five children have a vision problem that impacts on efficient learning

3. These vision problems often relate to focusing and eye teaming

if there’s a family history of eye conditions or if any concerns have been noticed, we recommend an initial eye check around 6 to 12 months of age. Early detection is key to supporting healthy development.

Your baby’s vision can change quickly in the first few years. Our care plan includes regular reviews to monitor eye health, alignment, focus, and visual milestones. We adapt the schedule based on your child’s unique needs.

If glasses are needed, we’ll guide you through frame selection, lens types, and fitting for maximum comfort and effectiveness. We also offer support for high prescriptions, including sourcing custom lenticular lenses.

We keep you informed at every step, explaining what to look for as your baby grows and how to support their visual development at home—through play, positioning, and early learning activities.

If needed, we work alongside paediatricians, ophthalmologists, and other specialists to ensure your baby receives comprehensive, coordinated care.

• Biometry

• Measuring effectiveness of axial length (are we slowing the rate of axial length growth?) → measuring the effectiveness of any myopia protocol

• We have the equipment to measure the axial length measurement (immediately available in our clinic, we do not need to refer you to other clinics, hospital or ophtalmologist)