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I’m a Physician, Private Practice Owner, Mama to 3 Kids, Educator, Textbook Author, Managing Partner, Conference Co-Founder, and Mentor.

I’ve got a little bit of ophthalmology, a little of motherhood and Hawaii life, a little bit of eye makeup & eye health. You name it, I’m probably talking about it. But, all through my lens (yes, pun intended) of being a doctor mom.

How Screen Time Could Be Affecting Young Children's Brain Development

As a pediatric ophthalmologist (and a mom!), I get so many questions about screen time and its effects on young kids. We all know screens are part of our everyday lives, but how do they really impact early brain development? A recent study published in JAMA Pediatrics gives us some insight. While this study doesn’t prove that screen time causes brain changes, it does show some interesting connections that we need to pay attention to.

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Why You Need to Stop Rubbing Your Eyes (From a Reformed Eye Rubber!)

I’m a reformed eye rubber. There, I said it. Nothing felt better to my allergy-prone eyes than a good knuckle rub. It was instant relief—at least, that’s what I told myself. But here’s the truth: eye rubbing, especially when done frequently, can do more harm than good.

And if you’ve ever wondered what it actually looks like when you rub your eyes—spoiler alert—it’s pretty crazy.

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