{"id":12,"date":"2026-05-27T11:05:24","date_gmt":"2026-05-27T10:05:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lenstore.ie\/eye-care\/?p=12"},"modified":"2026-06-02T11:57:06","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T10:57:06","slug":"parents-guide-children-and-contact-lenses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lenstore.ie\/eye-care\/parents-guide-children-and-contact-lenses","title":{"rendered":"Parents’ Guide: Children and Contact Lenses"},"content":{"rendered":"

Millions of people enjoy the benefits of contact lenses<\/a>, but only a small proportion are children \u2014 and yet many could benefit from wearing them under the guidance of an optician. If your child is entering their teenage years and already wears glasses, there’s a good chance they’ll ask you: “Can I wear contact lenses?”<\/p>\n

Based on the most common questions from children who wear contact lenses, we’ve put together a guide to help you navigate the decision.<\/p>\n

Should you let your child wear contact lenses?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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It’s perfectly understandable to have reservations about whether your child should wear contact lenses. Your biggest concern might be that they won’t look after them properly and could end up with discomfort or an eye infection. Your child’s ability to care for their lenses is the most important thing to consider.<\/p>\n

There are several good reasons why you might consider letting your child wear contact lenses.<\/p>\n