InfantSEE: A Healthy Start for Your Baby’s Eyes

Vision plays a vital role in your baby’s growth and development, yet early eye care is often overlooked. The first year of life is a critical period for visual development, and undetected vision issues can impact learning and coordination later on. At Mission Family Optometry, we’re proud to offer InfantSEE in Granada Hills, CA, helping local families give their children the best possible visual start.

Why Infant Eye Exams Matter

Many parents assume that vision problems can’t be detected until a child is older, but that’s a common misconception. In reality, optometrists can evaluate eye health and visual development as early as 6 months of age.

Early eye exams can help identify:

• Eye alignment issues (such as crossed or wandering eyes)
• Focusing or tracking difficulties
• Differences in prescription between the eyes
• Congenital eye conditions or developmental concerns

When detected early, many vision problems can be treated more effectively.

What Is InfantSEE®?

InfantSEE® provides a comprehensive eye and vision assessment for infants between 6 and 12 months of age, at no cost to the family. The exam is designed to be gentle, quick, and stress-free for both baby and parent.

During an InfantSEE® exam, the optometrist evaluates:

• Overall eye health
• Eye movement and alignment
• Visual responsiveness
• Early signs of vision conditions

No eye charts or verbal responses are required - just specialized techniques tailored specifically for infants.

When Should Your Baby Have Their First Eye Exam?

The American Optometric Association recommends a first eye exam between 6 and 12 months of age, even if no symptoms are present. Vision problems at this stage often don’t cause obvious signs, making preventive care especially important.

Your baby may benefit from an early exam even sooner if there is:

• A family history of eye conditions
• Premature birth
• Developmental delays
• Noticeable eye turning or lack of visual focus

Schedule Your Baby’s InfantSEE® Exam Today

Healthy vision supports every stage of childhood development, from crawling and reading to learning and social interaction. InfantSEE® makes it easy for parents to take a proactive step to ensure their baby’s eyes are developing properly.

Contact Mission Family Optometry to schedule a InfantSEE® eye exam and take advantage of this important early-care opportunity. Visit our office in Granada Hills, California, or call (818) 360-7522 to book an appointment today.