First Eye Exam

Caleb had his first eye exam yesterday. Children with Down syndrome often have eye problems, including tear duct abnormalities, strabismus (eye misalignment), early age cataracts, and many other conditions. As with all other health issues, early diagnosis and intervention is best. I didn't suspect any issues with his eyes, but it was still good to get everything checked.

He cried when the nurse put drops in his eyes, but he calmed down and was cooperative for the rest of the appointment. I was thrilled to hear that Caleb's eyes are perfect! No signs of cataracts or astigmatism. His left eye is +2.5, and his right is +2.0. The doctor said they're both right in line with what a typical baby's eyes should be. He told me that babies are born far-sighted, and the eyes gradually adjust to "normal or zero" by about age 16. He'll go back in a year for his next exam.