What are the benefits of baby sunbathing? What is the best way to bask in the sun?

Proper sun exposure is good for your baby, which not only helps your body to synthesize vitamin D, but also prevents myopia. But improper sun exposure may actually damage your health. The following is the correct way for your baby to bask in the sun.

1. Babies under six months should avoid direct sunlight.

The baby's skin is very delicate. If directly exposed to the sun, it is easy to get sunburned and may even cause serious skin diseases. You can choose a soft time to bask in the sun, and it is ineffective to bask in the sun through the glass. You should choose outdoor or balcony to let your baby sunbathe.

2. Choose a suitable time for sunbathing:

Usually 6- 10 in the morning or 4-5 in the afternoon is appropriate. At 6- 10 in the morning, the infrared rays in the sun are strong, which can promote the baby's metabolism, while the ultraviolet rays are weak and do not stimulate the skin; At 4-5 pm, there are many effective components in ultraviolet rays, which can enhance physical fitness and promote bone development. Generally, from noon to 4 pm, the ultraviolet rays in the sun are the strongest, and it is forbidden to expose to the sun for a long time, which will cause harm to the skin.

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For babies, it is not advisable to stay in the sun for more than half an hour.

4. Avoid direct sunlight on eyes

Babies sunbathe mainly on their hands, feet and back. Pay attention to avoid direct sunlight on face and eyes. Direct sunlight can easily damage vision and eye health, and exposure to the face can easily lead to dry skin and even burns.

5. Pay attention to increasing or decreasing clothes in the sun.

You can wear more clothes as usual when you are in the sun, and take off your coat when you are hot to make your baby feel comfortable. After sunbathing, you can wipe your body with a clean towel and add clothes in time to prevent colds.