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Pediatric Eye Doctor in Manhattan & Peotone, IL

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There for Every Stage of Life

From Baby’s First Exam to Teen Vision Support 

Your child’s eyes are constantly changing, and so are their vision needs. Regular eye exams are one of the best ways to protect their development and quality of life. Illinois Eye Associates provides full-scope pediatric eye care, including infant eye exams through the nationally recognized InfantSEE® program. 

Our Manhattan optometrists use age-appropriate testing to catch potential problems early. Whether it’s their very first visit or just time for a back-to-school checkup, we make the experience kid-friendly and clinically thorough. 

Manhattan
Illinois Eye Associates
540 West North Street, Ste 209, Manhattan, IL 60442 »
(815) 478-0100
(815) 478-9100
monday:
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
tuesday:
9:00 am - 7:00 pm
wednesday:
1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
thursday:
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
friday:
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
saturday:
Closed
sunday:
Closed
Peotone
Illinois Eye Associates
116 North 2nd Street, Peotone, IL 60468 »
(708) 258-3225
(708) 258-6265
monday:
Closed
tuesday:
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
wednesday:
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
thursday:
10:00 am - 7:00 pm
friday:
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
saturday:
Closed
sunday:
Closed
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Why Pediatric Eye Exams Are Important

Vision plays a major role in how your child learns, reads, plays, and interacts with the world around them. But many common childhood vision problems develop without obvious symptoms. Routine eye exams allow us to catch those issues early and intervene when treatment is most effective. 

At Illinois Eye Associates, we recommend:

  • First eye exam between 6 and 12 months of age
  • Regular exams yearly as they age

What We Evaluate During Your Child’s Exam 

Our pediatric eye exams are designed with your child’s age and development in mind. Using a combination of nonverbal techniques and child-friendly tools, our eye doctors assess ocular health and key visual functions. 

During your child’s exam, we may evaluate: 

  • Visual acuity (clarity of vision) 
  • Prescription needs, including nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism 
  • Eye teaming and muscle coordination 
  • Eye alignment and tracking ability 
  • Binocular vision and depth perception 
  • Eye health, including signs of inflammation or underlying conditions 

Signs Your Child May Have a Vision Problem

Children don’t always know how to describe what they’re seeing, or not seeing. That’s why it’s important to recognize the signs. Watch for: 

  • Frequent squinting or head tilting 
  • Sitting very close to screens, books, or the TV 
  • Complaints of tired eyes, headaches, or blurry vision 
  • Rubbing the eyes often, especially during focus-heavy tasks 
  • Difficulty with hand-eye coordination 
  • Avoiding reading or struggling with attention 
  • Falling behind in school or showing frustration during homework 

Infant & Toddler Eye Exams 

Vision problems can begin long before a child can speak or read. As part of the InfantSEE® program, Illinois Eye Associates offers no-cost infant eye assessments to ensure your baby’s eyes are developing properly. 

During these early visits, we use non-invasive techniques to assess how your baby tracks objects, responds to light, and aligns their eyes. We check for early signs of amblyopia (lazy eye), strabismus (eye turn), and visual developmental delays. 

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Early Support for Better Vision

When it comes to your child’s health, vision shouldn’t be left to guesswork. From their first exam to every stage that follows, our team at Illinois Eye Associates is here to help support your child’s sight. 

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