Sun Exposure and Vitamin D

Expose your baby to the sun for two hours weekly if their body is covered with clothing and only their hands, feet and face are showing.

If you baby is not dressed, expose only for 20 minutes a week.

*How to expose baby to the sun?*

Place your baby in sunlight wearing clothes or preferably wearing their diaper only.

*How long should baby be exposed to the sun?*

Avoid sunlight from 10am-3pm

The earlier in the day, the better

If you’re unable to expose your baby to the sun, then 4-8 drops of vitamin D supplements must be given for 1-2 years, depending on their teeth.

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