Once Upon a Charm is more than a brand, it’s my way of giving back.

We were incredibly fortunate. My daughter’s vision issues were caught early, before she ever stepped foot into a classroom. She completed vision therapy just in time for kindergarten. And today, she sees the world with clarity and confidence.

But I know not every child is that lucky.

According to the American Optometric Association, 1 in 4 children has an undiagnosed vision problem. And too often, these hidden challenges are mistaken for something else, like ADHD, anxiety, or a learning delay. These silent (yet treatable) conditions quietly affect reading, writing, confidence, and joy.

And, sadly, they are easy to go unseen. Even by the most dedicated parents.

They go unseen because children don't think to share what they're seeing (or not seeing). Because it is quite simply all they know. They assume that how they see is how you see.

That’s why Once Upon a Charm is not just about charming glasses, it’s about lighting the path for others.

I’ve poured my heart into creating articles, guides, and gentle resources to help parents understand what to look for and where to turn. Because the earlier we catch these issues, the brighter a child’s future can be.

In addition to designing beautiful glasses for girls, this brand is also a token of my gratitude, and my commitment to help other parents walk a path we were fortunate to find early.

Would you like to learn more?

Visit our Educational Blog, Once Upon a Diagnosis. There you will find gentle guides and articles about children’s vision, early signs to watch for, and the magical ways glasses can change a child’s story.