The Ra Optics Blog
Babies: When do they develop a circadian rhythm?
Regardless of your age, the daily cycling of the circadian rhythm is the same. And just as adults respond to external light, babies react in the same way. Managing their light exposure will help establish a healthy circadian rhythm at a young age.
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Is blue light harming my kid’s development?
Are my kids being harmed by too much blue light? Blue light is damaging sleep, moods, and brain focus in the short-term. Longer-term, lack of sleep is detrimental to our mitochondria, leading to chronic illnesses such as cancer and diabetes.
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How to adjust to daylight saving time - this Sunday
Daylight saving time change happens this Sunday. This time change plays havoc with our circadian rhythm but you can prepare for it. The best way is to adjust your bedtime routine by 20 minutes each night, starting this Thursday.
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Is blue light affecting my kid’s sleep?
Kid's are even more affected by blue light at night than adults are. Their eyes are more sensitive, pupils are larger, and they tend to stare at screens at a closer range. Blocking blue light will protect their sleep patterns and long term health.
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Should kids wear blue light glasses?
Kids screen-time has sky rocketed, especially the last 12 months. What is all this screen-time doing to their health? Blue light from these devices is disrupting their sleep and causing eye issues. They need to protection and it needs to be effective.
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