Time outdoors helps prevent/delay myopia. Make sure the little one spends two to three hours per day enjoying the great outdoors!

Protect junior’s eyes when you’re reading with him — hold the book at least 30 cm away from his eyes.

Hold or place mobile devices 40-50 cm away from your child’s eyes. Adjust the screen brightness to reduce glare, and the display size for comfortable viewing.


​Remind the little one to rest his eyes by taking a 3- to 5-min break after 30 to 40 mins of near work (e.g. tablet use). For example, he can look at some trees in the distance.

​Take good care of your toddler’s teeth! Brush twice a day: once after he wakes, and once before he goes to sleep at night.

​Brush your little one’s teeth for two minutes each time, and make sure to clean the hard-to-reach areas like the back of the mouth.

Here's how much toothpaste to use when brushing your little one's teeth:

  • Below three years old: Smear of toothpaste
  • Three to six years old: Pea-sized amount of toothpaste

​Replace your child’s toothbrush when it looks worn out; frayed bristles don’t clean as effectively. A good rule of thumb is once every 3-4 months.

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