Now that you understand the importance of having your child wear sunglasses for protection, how do you get them to wear them, and keep them on? We’ve got some great suggestions:

• Sunglasses come in all shapes and sizes now, so there will always be a great selection for your child to find a favorite pair.  Let your child have fun choosing a pair that they will enjoy wearing and you’ll have less of a battle when it comes to keeping them on during outdoor play.
• Sunglasses come with velcro straps, designed to keep them in place on infants and toddlers.  This will aid in protecting your little one’s eyes and keep them from pulling the sunglasses of their face.
• Having your child start wearing sunglasses at an early age will help them form good eye health habits and adjust to always wearing them when it’s sunny
• Make wearing sunglasses a requirement for your child to play outside, just like you require them to wear sunscreen before they go out the door.  After all, both forms of protection go hand in hand.
• Set a good example. Show your kids the importance of protecting their eyes by wearing sunglasses yourself. If mommy and daddy are wearing sunglasses, chances are that your kiddos will want to follow suit and wear their shades too.

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