Pregnancy Can Impact Vision-Eye to Eye Family Vision Care Urges Expectant Patients to Prioritize Eye Exams

While many expectant parents prepare for physical and emotional changes during pregnancy, fewer are aware that vision and eye health can also be affected. Eye to Eye Family Vision Care, a locally owned optometry clinic in Sapulpa, is raising awareness about how pregnancy can impact eyesight and emphasizing the importance of scheduling prenatal eye exams in their latest blog post at https://eyetoeyefamilyvisioncare.com/how-pregnancy-affects-vision-eye-health/. With up to 15% of pregnant women experiencing some level of visual changes-including blurred vision, dry eyes, and increased sensitivity-comprehensive eye care plays a vital role in supporting maternal health.

"Pregnancy brings about a host of changes in the body, and the eyes aren't exempt," said Dr. Sara Cook, owner and optometrist at Eye to Eye Family Vision Care. "Many expecting individuals notice vision changes-some subtle, others more dramatic-which may be linked to hormonal fluctuations, fluid retention, or underlying health complications such as gestational diabetes or high blood pressure. An eye exam during pregnancy provides an important baseline and helps us support both comfort and safety throughout this unique experience."

Common visual symptoms during pregnancy may include dryness, difficulty seeing clearly at night, puffy eyelids, or new floaters, all of which can stem from normal hormonal changes. However, Eye to Eye Family Vision Care cautions that these symptoms may also signal more serious conditions, such as pre-eclampsia or ocular hypertension, particularly in patients with existing conditions like glaucoma or diabetes. Optometrists work closely with each patient's healthcare team to monitor and manage potential vision risks and adjust prescriptions as needed.

"Even temporary changes in your eyesight can affect your daily comfort and safety, especially if you're experiencing glare or difficulty wearing contacts," added Dr. Cook. "Working together, we can manage your symptoms and ensure that nothing important is missed."

Eye to Eye Family Vision Care encourages all pregnant patients-whether newly expecting or in later stages-to book a prenatal eye health screening and consult about any visual changes. Many symptoms normalize within weeks after birth or breastfeeding, but monitoring them during pregnancy is key to protecting both vision and overall health.

Eye to Eye Family Vision Care
Sara Cook
(918) 227-3937
1029 E Taft Ave. Sapulpa, OK 74066
https://eyetoeyefamilyvisioncare.com/

Eye to Eye Family Vision Care is a trusted, community-focused optometry practice dedicated to delivering exceptional eye health services for patients of all ages. Combining state-of-the-art diagnostic technology with a warm, personalized approach, the clinic offers comprehensive eye exams, contact lens fittings, and designer eyewear tailored to each individual's needs and lifestyle. Learn more at https://eyetoeyefamilyvisioncare.com/

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