FAQ

InfantContrast.com is a free collection of crisp black-and-white visuals you can swipe through on a phone/tablet or print at home. No accounts or sign-ins—just open and use.

This is not medical advice. Supervise at all times, keep screen brightness comfortable, and stop if your baby seems overstimulated (fussiness, turning away). If you have concerns—especially around photosensitivity—consult your pediatrician.

No. InfantContrast.com is an educational tool created by a parent, not a medical provider. Nothing on this site should be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. For any questions or concerns about your baby’s vision, development, or overall health, always consult your pediatrician or another qualified healthcare professional.

The information on this site is based on widely accepted developmental science and reputable sources in infant visual research. However, it is not a formal medical resource and is not a substitute for individualized guidance from your child’s healthcare team. We encourage parents and caregivers to use this site as a starting point for learning and to bring any questions to their pediatrician or pediatric eye specialist.

Open the site, go full-screen, and swipe left/right (or use arrow keys). Hold the device at a comfortable distance and follow your baby’s cues for session length.

Print in black-and-white on plain paper or cardstock (borderless if available). Keep the image large and high-contrast. Prop or hold the card where your baby can see it without straining.

Short, calm sessions work best—think minutes, not hours. There’s no strict schedule; let your baby’s interest guide you and take breaks.

Primarily newborns and young infants who respond to strong contrast. Every baby is different—adjust patterns, distance, and duration to your child.

Yes—modern phones, tablets, and computers. If visuals look off, try rotating the device, refreshing the page, or switching browsers.

Yes—dim the screen to avoid glare and protect sleep. If bedtime gets disrupted, try daytime sessions instead.

Use full-screen mode, reduce reflections, and consider printed cards if screens are distracting. Keyboard left/right arrows work on desktop.

Personal use is free: view on screen and print for your family or classroom. Commercial use (reselling, bundling in paid apps/products) isn’t allowed without permission. See our Terms.

We don’t run accounts or require personal info. Our host may log basic technical data for security. If we add analytics or ads, we’ll configure them to be privacy-friendly. Read our Privacy Policy.

Possibly later. If enabled, ads will be child-directed and prefer non-personalized placements. We may include affiliate links and will disclose them. Details live in the Privacy Policy and Terms.

Email infantcontrast@gmail.com with your device, browser, the page URL, and what went wrong (a screenshot helps). Suggestions welcome!