| Category | Details |
| Title | Abby Helps Clear Things Up |
| Season & Episode | Season 47, Episode 4703 |
| Main Muppet Characters | Abby Cadabby, Telly Monster, Elmo, Oscar the Grouch, Cookie Monster, Murray |
| Human Guest(s) | Dr. Judy (Eye Doctor), Prince Charming, The Princess |
| Letter of the Day | D (for Doctor) |
| Number of the Day | 2 |
| Theme | Medical checkups and eye health. |
| Lessons & Themes | Managing anxiety/fear of the doctor, understanding how eye exams work, and the importance of wearing glasses to see clearly. |
| Key Segments | Murray Has a Little Lamb (Vet School), Elmo's World: Doctors, Kindness Cam. |
| Air Date | January 21, 2017 (HBO) / October 2, 2017 (PBS) |
Here's a quick summary:
Prince Charming shows up on Sesame Street with blurry vision. He accidentally proposes to a fire hydrant and a pineapple. He then accidentally asks Abby Cadabby to marry him. Abby figures out that the Prince needs some help. She takes him to see Dr. Judy.
The Prince is afraid of the eye doctor. Abby shows him some deep breathing techniques to help him chill. Dr. Judy gives the typical eye exam using special tools. The Prince gets new glasses and sees the world clearly. He goes back to Hoopers Store to pop the question to his princess. She's down, but she wants to finish law school first.
Here's the Parent's Guide
Prince Charming tells Dr. Judy he's nervous about his eye exam. Even heroes feel fear. Facing fears to prioritize health is a true act of bravery. If you're nervous, just admit it. That's the first step to overcoming it. You process emotions by recognizing them. Your health is more important than feeling a little uncomfortable.
When you breathe deeply, it sends a signal to your brain to chill out. This tool's great because it lowers your heart rate and clears your mind. Abby helps the Prince chill out with some breathing exercises. Use your breath to regain control during stressful events.
Medical pros use special tools like an ophthalmoscope or a phoropter. These instruments are great for spotting things you can't see with the naked eye. Science is the best way to find the right treatment. Dr. Judy uses an eye chart to figure out what kind of help you need. A professional checkup can actually help you find real solutions.
Glasses make life better. Once he puts them on, the Prince sees the world as it really is. Vision lets you interact with your environment effectively. Medical aids can make your life better.
Abby goes to see Dr. Judy for a checkup. Regular medical attention is good for everyone. Use checkups to prevent future problems. Normalizing these visits can help reduce patients' fear of clinics. Monsters and princes need regular care.
People mess up when they're not feeling their best. Be patient with others. Help your friends find medical assistance. Abby sees that the Prince has a problem with his vision. She takes him to her doctor. Kindness means helping a friend see the world the right way.
