Yes, babies are born with the capacity to see, so they can see birth, albeit with limited visual acuity.
Baby's Vision at Birth Explained
While babies can see at birth, their vision is not fully developed. Here's a breakdown:
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Visual Acuity: Newborns can only clearly see objects that are approximately 8-15 inches away.
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Visual Preferences: Babies prefer looking at faces and round shapes with light and dark borders, like eyes.
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Visual Capacity: Babies are born with the full visual capacity to see objects and colors.
Table: Newborn Vision Capabilities
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Visual Range | 8-15 inches |
| Visual Preference | Faces and round shapes with light and dark borders (e.g., eyes) |
| Color Vision | Full visual capacity to see colors. |
Given the limited visual range, a baby might see blurry shapes and forms during their birth, especially if they are further than 15 inches away from anything. However, they are likely to focus on the faces closest to them.
