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Every parent wants their child to be happy all the time. If it were possible, their lives would be an endless string of laughter and joy, but of course real life doesn’t work that...

Being a parent is equal parts incredible and infuriating… we can probably all agree on that. Just when you think you have the whole thing figured out, life throws you a curveball and you...

Spring is finally here, and so is a desire to get outside, breathe in some fresh air and see the flowers start to bloom! With that in mind, here are 10 things we’re determined to...

Knowing that every word you say and action you take can have a profound affect on your children—not just now but for the rest of their lives—is pretty overwhelming. Most parents want to make...

There are a million and one books, blogs and articles dedicated to raising happy, healthy children, but far fewer focus on how to find happiness as a parent. As joyful and rewarding as parenting...

Creativity makes the world go round. It’s behind the greatest innovations, inventions and works of art that we know. But where does creativity come from? Lots of people think that you’re either born creative...

Take a second and look around. What do you see? Somebody who seems happier, smarter or more confident than you? It’s so easy to compare yourself to other people every single day. Imagining what life...

Normally, we’re all about setting short-term goals for the month or things we want to accomplish in the next few days (see here, here and here), but since it’s the start of a whole...

The festive season is finally upon us… did that year go fast or what? As 2016 winds down, it’s time for us to look back on our year and celebrate amongst family and friends....

Thanksgiving is almost upon us and, of course, we’re beyond thankful for our health, friends and family, but sometimes it’s the little things that we forget to be thankful for… things that often have...

We can’t believe it’s already November… holiday season is almost here! We’ve got Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Black Friday and much more to look forward to this month. Plus, it’s our last chance to soak...

We’re in the business of “seeing,” so we like to think of ourselves as pretty perceptive (patting ourselves on the back) but ever so often someone will say or do something that completely changes...

It’s a fact of life that some days, weeks, months, even years are better than others. It also feels like there are some times when you just can’t catch a break and the tough...

We don’t want to say that October is our favorite month (that would be unfair to the other months) but let’s just say it’s one of the very best. The weather starts to cool...

Sure, we love summer, spring's pretty great and there’s a lot to love about winter, but there’s something about fall that we can’t get enough of. With October just around the corner, we pulled...

Drum roll… We’re so excited to share our exclusive interview with actress, musician and longtime glasses lover Madisyn Shipman! Maddie stars as Kenzie Bell on the hit Nickelodeon show Game Shakers, which is currently...

Maybe it’s the cooler weather or the darker evenings but there’s something about fall that just makes us want to stay inside, curl up on the couch and watch a good movie. So, if...

It seems like there's a National Day for almost everything (and we try to celebrate as many of them as possible)! I mean, there's "Run It Up The Flagpole And See If Anyone Salutes...

A new month and a new season are just around the corner, signaling the start of all things Fall! While it might be back-to-school season, there are still plenty of exciting activities we want...

Today is the first day of a new zodiac sign—Virgo—and it inspired us to pick out our favorite Funoogles combo for each sign! Based on the personality traits associated with each, here are the...

Back-to-school season is almost upon us… why does summer always fly by so fast? Whether you’re the one whose vacation is winding down or you’re preparing for your kids to get back into the...

We all know the importance of protecting our skin from the sun, especially during the summer months, but it's just as important to protect your eyes! Other than wearing your Funoogles sunnies as often as...

August has arrived! Traditionally the month of vacations and getaways before the back-to-school rush, there are plenty of summer activities still left to experience! Here are 10 that we want to try ASAP...1. Take...

If you’ve never worn glasses yourself, you may not understand that the spectacle-wearers of the world are often asked the exact same questions (or told the exact same things) on a daily basis. Consider...

If you’re lucky enough to have little ones (or even older kids), you’ll know that every day is an emotional rollercoaster. Being a parent is scary, exhausting, challenging, inspiring and often downright hilarious. Here...

Your eye color is just one of a million different things that make you unique (and that should be celebrated)! While everyone’s eyes are totally individual, there are certain colors that work better with...

July has arrived! It's the month of celebrating all things American (Independence Day), Canadian (Canada Day), enjoying Ice Cream (National Ice Cream Month) and the warm weather (July is historically the hottest month of...

Eye-to-Eye is a series of interviews with the individuals who inspire us every day. Here at Funoogles, we've been fans of Julia Antonelli ever since she was cast on "Every Witch Way," so when...

The sunshine season is officially here with endless outdoor activities and adventures to enjoy, but if you’re burnt out on sun, sea and surf (or just looking for something to do indoors) here are...

We all know they look cool... ok, super cool, but there are some even more important reasons why you should never skimp on sunglasses. Here are the top 5 reasons why we always carry...

Learning that they have to get (or living with) glasses isn't always easy for little ones to understand, especially if they don't have any role models—real-life or fictional—to look up to. With that in...

Happy June 1! With each new month, week (and let's face it, day) we set more and more goals for ourselves, but these are often about achieving more, maximizing our time and getting results...

Let's face it, one of the very best things about funoogles is our amazing range of colors (if we do say so ourselves). There are endless combos to mix and match (and mismatch) but...

However old you are, wherever you live and whatever you do, if you wear glasses, there are certain things that unite us all. Your glasses have been with you through thick and thin, so...

Living with glasses—especially when you're a kid—isn't always easy: they get misplaced easily (especially when you can't see well enough to find them again), steam up when you eat or drink something warm, smudge...

It’s almost impossible to imagine a time when glasses didn’t exist, yet, with all the incredible technological advancements that have taken place in the last few years, it’s easy to see how something we...

We’ve said it before, but finding the perfect frames is the first step in making sure your child loves (and looks forward) to wearing their glasses. That’s why we pulled together our top 5 tips...

Eye-to-Eye is a series of interviews with the individuals who inspire us every day. This week, we chatted with actress, activist and author of “The Survival Guide to Bullying” Aija Mayrock about finding her...

Eye-to-Eye is a series of interviews with the individuals who inspire us every day. This week, we chatted with Jessica Butler about her incredible brand Eye Power Kids, the importance of building a support...

"My child doesn't want to wear glasses" is a very, very common complaint. Getting used to wearing something new isn't always easy and poses challenges (for kids and parents alike). That's why we've compiled...

So, you’ve just learned that your child needs glasses and you’re probably feeling sad, anxious, angry, disappointed or any combination of intense emotions. First, take a deep breath and understand that it’s totally normal...

It was a typical morning in our house: kids running around, eating a quick breakfast and trying to get out the door to make it to school. It seems like an easy enough task...

Ella Jane in her first pair of glasses. Universal truth #1: Nobody likes exams—not academic exams, not medical exams—that’s why the thought of your child’s first eye exam can be just as daunting for...

In early 2015, funoogles teamed up with the Volunteer Health Program on a social mission to the Dominican Republic. In a remote village in Santiago, we met dozens of children with impaired vision who...