Tomlinson Optometrist

12/10/2026

A concussion doesn’t only affect how you feel. It can also affect how you see. 👀

After a concussion, symptoms such as light sensitivity, headaches, difficulty focusing, eye strain or trouble reading may point to changes in the visual system.

A comprehensive visual assessment can help identify these difficulties and guide the appropriate treatment approach, which may include syntonic phototherapy where indicated.

Still struggling with visual symptoms after a concussion? It may be time to have your vision assessed.

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📍 278B Main Road, Kenilworth

05/10/2026

Between schoolwork, entertainment and staying connected, screens are a big part of children’s lives.

But hours spent focusing up close can add up quickly.

For recreational screen time, less is generally better, particularly for younger children. Encourage 2 hours or more of outdoor play every day and avoid prolonged cell phone and tablet use where possible.

Rather encourage programmes viewed on television from a greater distance.

As a guide for daily screen time:

👶 2 years and younger: none at all
🧸 Pre-school: less than 30 minutes
🎒 Primary school: maximum 1 hour
📚 High school: less than 2 hours

If your child is experiencing headaches, tired eyes, blurred vision or difficulty focusing, it may be time for an eye examination.

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📍 278B Main Road, Kenilworth

01/10/2026

Is it too late to start vision therapy now? The school year is almost over. 👀📚

Not. At All.

Vision therapy isn’t only about getting through the current school year. It’s about developing and strengthening the visual skills a child uses for tasks like reading, writing, focusing and tracking.

And it might look a little different from what you expect. Through guided, hands-on activities, vision therapy works on specific visual skills identified during an assessment.

So, while the school year may be winding down, it doesn’t mean your child’s visual development has to wait until next year.

In fact, the quieter months may be a great time to give those skills some focused attention.

Wondering whether vision therapy could benefit your child? Get in touch with Tomlinson Optometrists to find out more. 👓

29/09/2026

21/09/2026

Big personality. The perfect frame to match. 👓

Kids’ glasses don’t have to be boring. The right frame should feel comfortable, fit well and, most importantly, feel like them.

With Lookkino frames, finding eyewear can become part of expressing their personality, whether they’re bold, colourful, playful or prefer to keep things simple.

Because when they love their glasses, wearing them feels that much easier.

Pop in and let us help you find a frame that fits your child and their personality.

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📍 278B Main Road, Kenilworth

14/09/2026

Not every child wants to wear glasses every day. And with myopia management, they may not have to. 👀

MiSight® 1 day contact lenses are designed specifically for children with myopia (short-sightedness).

They provide clear vision while also helping to slow the progression of myopia.

As daily disposable lenses, there’s a fresh pair every day, with no cleaning or storing overnight.

For active children or those ready to move beyond glasses, MiSight could form part of their personalised myopia management plan.

Wondering whether your child is ready for contact lenses? Book an assessment and let’s find the option that works best for them.

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📍 278B Main Road, Kenilworth

07/09/2026

What if your child’s glasses could do more than help them see clearly? 👓

For children with myopia (short-sightedness), their prescription can continue to change as they grow. That’s where myopia management comes in.

MiYOSMART spectacle lenses are specially designed to correct your child’s vision while also helping to slow the progression of myopia.

They look and feel like everyday spectacle lenses, making them an easy, child-friendly option for school, sport and everything in between.

If your child’s prescription keeps getting stronger, chat to us about whether MiYOSMART could be the right option for their eyes.

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📍 278B Main Road, Kenilworth

04/09/2026

A simple string can do more than you think¡

The Brock String Exercise is a fun activity for children that helps practise eye tracking, focusing and eye-hand coordination.

By following the beads along the string, children can work on how their eyes focus and work together, important visual skills for everyday activities like reading, writing and sport. 🧵👁️

Want to learn more about your child’s visual skills or book a School Screening with Tomlinson Optometrists?

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📍 278B Main Road, Kenilworth

01/09/2026

When did the fine print get quite so fine? 👀

As we get older, the natural lens inside the eye gradually becomes less flexible, making it more difficult to focus on things up close. This is called presbyopia, and it’s a completely normal part of ageing.

You may start noticing:

• Small print becoming harder to read
• Eye strain when reading or working up close
• Needing brighter light
• Holding your phone, menu or book further away

The good news? The right pair of reading glasses can make close-up tasks comfortable again.

If reading isn’t quite as effortless as it used to be, book an eye examination with Tomlinson Optometrists:

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📍 278B Main Road, Kenilworth

27/08/2026

MORE VISION. MORE COMFORT. MORE YOU.
Different parts of your life place different demands on your eyes — so why expect one pair of glasses to do everything?

Your everyday glasses may be perfect for most of your day, but a second pair can give you the right vision for the moments when you need something different.


With our Buy One Pair. Take Home Two. promotion, your second pair can be chosen around your lifestyle - whether that's prescription multifocal sunglasses, specs for hobbies and close-up tasks, or a dedicated pair of bedside readers.

Two pairs. Different purposes. Get the most from your vision.