E Eye Place Optometrist - Port Coogee & Shelley

25/10/2025

Keeping vision sharp and hearts full — we know the importance of good circulation, both in the body and in the community! Every drop counts. Donate blood, share life, and see the good we can do together. 👁️ 🩸

24/10/2025

🎉 Yesterday we celebrated one of our wonderful patients’ birthdays! A well-deserved moment of joy and smiles — we’re so glad to share it with you. 🥳💙 👓

(Picture posted with permission)

15/10/2025

If you’re an internet dinosaur and nerdy optometrist like me…🤓 This is my take on Si### Sevennnn

Everyone aims for 6/6 vision — but if you’re seeing 6/7, you’re just a little out of focus… like trying to read fine print without your readers. 😅
It might be time to get your eyes checked — we’ve got you covered! 👓

09/10/2025

Most vision problems start quietly, but 90% of vision loss is preventable with early care. 1 in 5 children have an undetected vision problem, which can impact their learning abilities and quality of life. Nearsightedness is a modern epidemic and when left unmanaged, can lead to more serious issues.

Comprehensive eye exams is not just about the prescription of your spectacles and contact lenses.

This World Sight Day, make eye examinations part of your health to-do list.

Book your appointment today: www.eeyeplace.com.au

05/10/2025

Check out the new Maui Jim Paluna Shield at our Port Coogee location 😎🤩🕶️

11/09/2025

💛 R U Ok? (Any day)

09/09/2025

👀 Screen Time, Close Work & Kids' Eyes: What Parents Need to Know

Too much screen time and close-up activities like reading can increase the risk of myopia (short-sightedness) and cause tired, dry eyes — especially in young kids.

Here’s how to protect their vision:

✅ Top Tips for Healthy Screen & Reading Habits:

📏 Keep a Healthy Distance
Teach the "elbow rule" — screens and books should be at least one elbow-length from the eyes.

⏱️ Use the 20/20 Rule
Every 20 minutes, take a 20-second break and look into the distance to relax the eyes.

💡 Always Use Good Lighting
Poor lighting = more eye strain. Make sure screens and books are viewed in bright, well-lit areas — no reading in dim rooms or using screens in the dark.

📵 Follow Age-Appropriate Screen Time Limits

* Under 2: No screen time (except video chats)
* Ages 2–4: Max 1 hour/day, co-watched with an adult
* Ages 5–17: No more than 2 hours/day for fun (schoolwork not included)

🏃‍♀️ Balance with Outdoor Time
Outdoor play helps delay the onset and slow the progression of myopia. Aim for 2 hours outside each day.

📱 Set Up for Success
Encourage upright posture, avoid screens in bed, and use features like Screen Distance on Apple devices to help build good habits.

👁️ Healthy eyes start with smart habits at home.Share this to help other families protect their kids’ vision!

Credit: Myopia Profile

For more detailed information, read more here: https://www.mykidsvision.org/KnowledgeCentre/all-about-screen-time-and-close-work

Time spent on screens can impact vision, eye health, physical posture and more. Screen time recommendations for kids 0 to 17 and three easy rules are provided.

09/09/2025

👁️ Myopia Awareness Month: Protecting Kids' Vision Starts Outdoors! ☀️👓

Did you know spending time outside can help reduce the risk of your child developing myopia (short-sightedness) — or slow down how quickly it worsens?

Here are 3 simple outdoor tips to support your child’s eye health:

🌳 1. Aim for 2 Hours of Outdoor Time Daily
Just 2 hours a day outside can make a big difference — and a lot of this time can happen during school breaks and lunch for younger kids. On weekends, try a walk to the park or a family outing to add up the minutes!

😎 2. Be Sun Smart
Outdoor time is important — but don’t forget sun safety! Hats, sunglasses, and shade keep kids protected while still getting all the eye health benefits of being outdoors.

🏃‍♂️ 3. Get Moving for 60 Minutes a Day
Children should get at least an hour of moderate to vigorous physical activity each day. If it's outside, that’s a bonus for their eyes and overall health!

Let’s work together to keep young eyes healthy and strong! 💪👀

Credit: Myopia Profile

08/09/2025

It’s colour vision deficiency awareness week!

Commonly known as “colour blindness”, colour vision deficiency is actually quite common. Do you know that 1 in 12 males have a colour vision deficiency? It’s not always about the reds and greens too.

Knowing the type and depth of colour vision deficiency can be helpful for school, workplace and certain sport scenarios. Speak to us about colour vision testing if you would like to find out more.

Living with colour vision deficiency (commonly referred to as colourblindness) can be frustrating—not just because of the practical challenges, but because of the misunderstandings that often come with it. From playground jokes to workplace assumptions, many people with colour vision differences f...

07/09/2025

Happy Father’s Day to all spectacular dads! 🤓😎

17/07/2025

A simple to understand piece on astigmatism. Do you know if you have astigmatism? From simple regular astigmatism to irregular astigmatism such as keratoconus, we are able to help. 🤓

09/07/2025

“The best way to predict your future is to create it - Abraham Lincoln”

Stay tuned! 🤩