Avoid prolonged near-work activities such as using the tablet or reading if your little one is below the age of two. Do monitor the amount of time your child spends on devices with screens as it is best to try to keep screentime to less than 1 hour per day.
 
When reading with your child, make sure the book is placed an arm's length way from his eyes. The room should also be properly lit.
 
Make sure tablet or mobile phone screen is held or placed at least 40-50cm away from your child's eyes. The room should also be properly lit.
 
Take 20 seconds break after 20 minutes of near-work activities. He should rest his eyes by looking at greenery outside or into the distance.
 
Let your little one spend at least 2 hours per day outdoors. This is the only proven way to prevent/delay myopia. Don't forget to cover up and put on sunblock!
 
Once your child starts walking, let your child explore out of the pram (e.g. let your child play with different equipment at the playground with supervision), and provide opportunities for your child to move about.

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