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Is it a myth or fact that - "it is good to expose a newborn baby to sunlight daily for atleast 20-30 minutes"?
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Sun exposure: If the newborn is jaundiced you can expose him to sunlight to help reduce his elevated bilirubin. Be sure to shield his eyes.
Answered 10/21/2013
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Myth: Adequate sunlight exposure for white infant is 30 min. Per week clothed only in a diaper or 2 hours per week fully clothed with no hat.
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