sun kicks

English

sun kicks pl (plural only)

(medicine) A former health activity for babies in which a naked child is laid on a blanket in direct sunlight for a short period in order to gain the benefits of sunlight on the skin.
- 2020, Howard Chilton, Georgina Dowden, Baby on Board:
  Avoid sun kicks until he is a few weeks older – and even then, it is wise to take special care.