Babies and Toddlers

Babies are wonderful, but they don’t arrive with a set of instructions! Like all parents, parents of infants who have an eye condition have a lot to learn. But there are many services and resources to help. Find out about them, and more, here.

Play

As your baby grows, they will become more interested in interacting with you, other family members, and children. They will need some help from you in learning how to play alone and with others. It’s also a good idea to think about how behavior influences others’ reactions at home and in the community. We have […]

An infant with an eyepatch drinking from a bottle

Development of Babies and Toddlers with Blindness

This section on the FamilyConnect website offers extensive resources for parents navigating the growth of babies and toddlers who are blind or have low vision. It delves into crucial areas such as emotional development, sensory integration, motor skill activities, and communication skills. Here we provide strategies to aid parents in fostering their child’s overall development […]

A toddler wearing pink glasses with Mom helping adjust her hearing aid.

Teaching Babies and Toddlers who are Visually Impaired Self Care Skills

Babies and Toddlers can begin learning self-care skills. It is important to being developing these skills with intention to support your child as they grow and develop. FamilyConnect shares key concepts and ideas to help support your child who is blind or has low vision. This page provides practical tips and insightful articles focused on […]