Patient's question:
My baby is almost a month old now. Today, when I took him for a shot, they said there was a bit of jaundice. They mentioned that sun exposure would be beneficial. I'd like to ask, what time is suitable for the baby to be exposed to sunlight?Doctor's answer:
Sunlight helps to alleviate jaundice, particularly in its blue spectrum. The best time to sunbathe is on sunny days, such as from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Babies should be placed near a large window that is warm, comfortable, and well-lit. The indoor temperature should be between 26 and 27 degrees Celsius. For babies with sunlight jaundice, exposure to sunlight through a glass window is recommended, allowing their skin to be fully exposed to receive more sunlight.