Benefits of High Contrast Patterns

The most beneficial time to implement high contrast patterns will be during the newborn phase (birth to 3-4 months). This is because their eyesight develops so rapidly within these first few months.

Newborns are born with limited vision:

  • Everything is blurry
  • They can only see 8-12 inches in front of their face
  • They can't perceive colors

2-3 Months:

  • They will begin tracking (following) objects
  • They will begin to recognize you!
  • Their eyes may cross, but should start working together soon! (Binocular Coordination)

4 months:

  • They should be able to see colors and different shades of colors.
  • Hand/eye coordination begins
  • Can see you from across the room!

5-8 Months:

  • Depth perception develops
  • May start to remember objects

By 12 months:

  • Vision should be similar to an adults (Every child is different and develops at their own pace)

Why High-Contrast Patterns Matter

Even though a newborn’s vision is still developing, they are active lookers. Their eyes are naturally drawn to things that are easy to see, especially:

  • Black-and-white patterns
  • Bold, simple shapes
  • Strong edges and outlines

High contrast patterns offer defined edges for newborn's to follow and study while everything is blurry.