Written for Winnipeg parents of school-age children, this guide answers the question most families ask in late August: does my child actually need an eye exam before school starts, even if nothing seems wrong? You’ll learn how often school-age children should be examined, what a vision problem looks like in the classroom, what Manitoba Health […]
Where Should I Take My Child for Their First Eye Exam in Winnipeg?
A practical guide for Winnipeg parents booking a preschool or kindergarten eye exam — what to expect, what’s covered, and how to make sure your child gets a complete assessment, not just a quick screening. Quick Answer Where should I take my child for their first eye exam in Winnipeg? For families in southwest Winnipeg, […]
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How to choose which Transitions® Gen S colour you should get in your glasses
Short answer: Pick your Transitions® Gen S colour based on how your eyes feel in light — not just how the lens looks in the mirror. Most people choose photochromic lenses for style. Frame match. Skin tone. “What looks cool?”That’s fine. But the real difference between Transitions® Gen S™ colours is how they filter light […]
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Why Eye Growth Matters More Than the Glasses Prescription
If your child’s glasses prescription keeps changing every year, you’re not alone—and you’re not doing anything wrong. What many parents don’t realize is that the prescription number doesn’t tell the whole story. Myopia (nearsightedness) isn’t just about blurry distance vision. It’s about how quickly a child’s eye is growing. That’s where axial length measurement comes […]
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Your eye looks bright red — should you worry?
You look in the mirror and notice a sharp red patch on the white of your eye. It can be startling, especially if it appeared overnight. The good news is that a popped blood vessel in the eye is common and often harmless. Still, it’s normal to wonder what caused it and whether you need […]
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Myopia Control with Atropine for Kids with Myopia
Hey Good optometry morning. Dr. Michael Nelson, your youtube eye doctor here and welcome to Sunday Studies where I summarize an eye research study. Today I am summarizing an important study if you are using atropine for myopia control. It is the LAMP study. I am putting a link to this study in the description […]
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Why Measuring Eye Growth Matters for Your Child’s Vision
Understanding Axial Length and Myopia If your child’s glasses prescription seems to change often, you’re not alone — and it’s something worth paying attention to. While many parents think nearsightedness (myopia) is just about blurry distance vision, there’s something more important happening behind the scenes: your child’s eyes may be growing too long. This eye […]
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The Optometry Licensing Exam in Canada (OEBC) – and Why It Matters to Patients and Future Optometrists
Author: Dr. Selena Friesen At Waverley Eye Care Centre, we take pride in staying at the forefront of our profession. Becoming a licensed optometrist in Canada is a rigorous process, and one of the key steps is successfully completing the Optometry Examining Board of Canada (OEBC) exam. As someone who not only practices full-time optometry […]
How Much Does an Eye Exam Cost in Winnipeg?
When it comes to your vision, one of the first questions many patients ask is: “How much does an eye exam cost?” The answer depends on your age, your eye health, and whether additional tests are needed. At Waverley Eye Care Centre in Winnipeg, we want to be transparent about eye test fees, explain why […]
Buying Guide: Best Progressive Lenses in Winnipeg
Buying Guide: Best Progressive Lenses in Winnipeg Progressive lenses are not all created equal. If you’ve ever felt confused about why one pair of glasses feels great and another is hard to get used to, you’re not alone. In this guide, we’ll break down what makes the best progressive lenses in Winnipeg different, what to […]
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