Dr. Julie Jongpeier Optometry

Your Burlington Family Optometrist

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469 Guelph Line
Burlington, Ontario
L7R 3L8

905-399-3937 (EYES)

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Dr. Julie Jongpeier Optometry

Your Burlington Family Optometrist

Contact Info
469 Guelph Line
Burlington, Ontario
L7R 3L8

905-399-3937 (EYES)

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The Healthy Eye Blog

News and blog articles about eye health and other similar subjects.

Five Reasons Your Child Needs Sunglasses
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Five Reasons Your Child Needs Sunglasses

As we transition into fall many of us will lower our guard when it comes to UV protection. However, it’s important for everyone to continue...

Three Reasons Why You Should Say Yes To Contact Lenses For Your Child
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Three Reasons Why You Should Say Yes To Contact Lenses For Your Child

What is a good age for children to begin wearing contact lenses? For me, age is just a number. If your child demonstrates motivation, personal...

Three Best Ways To SLOW Myopia Progression (Myopia Management)
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Three Best Ways To SLOW Myopia Progression (Myopia Management)

Myopia (nearsightedness) cannot be stopped from getting worse, however, we can help slow it down. Myopia occurs when your child’s eye grows too long and...

Three Harmful Effects of Myopia (Nearsightedness) On Your Child’s Eyes
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Three Harmful Effects of Myopia (Nearsightedness) On Your Child’s Eyes

Did you know that myopia starts in school-aged children? Children who are nearsighted have trouble seeing far distances like the TV and blackboard. As myopia...

Three Harmful Effects of Hyperopia (Farsightedness) On Your Child’s Vision
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Three Harmful Effects of Hyperopia (Farsightedness) On Your Child’s Vision

Did you know that most children are born hyperopic (farsighted)? As the eye grows and develops, your child’s hyperopia should correct into their teenage years....

How Will You Test My Child’s Eyes?
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How Will You Test My Child’s Eyes?

Finally, everyone’s schedules align and your child is booked for their annual eye exam! Hold on…how will you test my child’s eyes? My child doesn’t...

Three Signs Your Child Needs Eyeglasses
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Three Signs Your Child Needs Eyeglasses

One of the first things children will tell me after they get their first pair of eyeglasses is, “I never knew the leaves on trees...

Three Best Practices for Children's Eye Health
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Three Best Practices for Children's Eye Health

Labour day marks the end of summer vacation and the beginning of the school year. As our children return to school, parents often ask me...