2006-07-06 10:16:20 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Yes. *All* human beings of *every* age needs some sun. Without sunlight, the body cannot produce "vitamin D" (not really a vitamin--it's actually a hormone). A few minutes a day in summer (with face and arms exposed and no sunscreen) is plenty.
2006-07-06 20:12:37 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Too much sun isn't good for anyone no matter what age. If you are worried about vitamin D absorption, the amount of sunlight a baby gets going from house to car is enough to prevent rickets.
2006-07-06 17:22:31 · answer #2 · answered by funda62 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any studies? I'm sure there are - it is said that a baby should gets a good dose of vitamin D per day (15 - 30 minutes in the sunshine).
Ooops - I forgot to add, use sunscreen! Thanks to the following answers that reminded me.
2006-07-06 17:21:32 · answer #3 · answered by AlongthePemi 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. While we all need exposure to sunshine, it can be especially damaging to the soft skin of the very young. Early sunburns lay the groundwork for future skin cancer. I can't quote a source for you, but you could go to webmd.com to start your search for more definitive facts.
2006-07-06 17:22:14 · answer #4 · answered by Rayen 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋