Probably the daytime I reckon.
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Need some elaboration here. You're talking about long term exposure, or general exposure.
General exposure I'd say immediately, it's natural to be exposed to the sun. If that wasn't the case I didn't think we would have survived as humans.
Long term it takes a while because they can't regulate their temperature very well and will burn.
As context, my daughter is 2 months old and I wanted to expose her to direct sunlight instead of indirect sunlight. Now, to answer your question, yes, I was talking about both but in terms of direct exposure to the sun instead of being exposed to the light though a window.
The fact that I don't feel 100% confident that this is a shitpost is making me realize I'm not even close to being ready for parenthood.
I am sorry that this post looks like shitpost. 😞
She's fine with direct sunlight, obviously keep the sun from beaming her in the face. Babies aren't smart enough not to stare into the sun.
Long exposure you need to wait. They don't regulate temperature well. That's why they get bundled in the winter and a lot of times naked, just diapers, in the summer depending on temperature of your house. Also fresh skin will burn easy.
Don't feel bad asking questions we all learned from somewhere. Most, like myself, learn when you have a kid. It's better to ask questions. Asking questions shows you care and you want to do what's right.
Call your pediatrician and ask them is my advice. I honestly have never thought about it. That said, direct sunlight for prolonged periods is not a good idea for anyone tbh. I still put my 8 year old in a hat and long sleeve rash guard plus sunscreen when we go to the beach.
Yeah check with your pediatrician. I know after 1 we always made sure the kiddo was covered in sunscreen before getting into direct sun light.