2007-03-20 06:30:42 · 14 answers · asked by muktha.geo 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
I got my daughter's done on Valentine's Day, she was almost 6 months old...here's how it goes:
Most places will not pierce a baby under 2 months old and will only pierce with 25K gold to prevent allergies.
They will draw a dot on each ear where the earrings will be and you OK it, make sure they are even and such. They take a new pair of earrings out of a sterile package and load them into piercing guns. They will pierce both ears at the same time and the baby will cry pretty much just like they do for shots at the doctor for a minute or two.
The ears will need to be cleaned 2-3 times daily using antiseptic wash (usually provided) for 6 weeks. After the first 6 weeks you can clean just as needed and can change the earrings. Some kind of earring will need to be in at all times for the first year to prevent the holes from closing.
My little girl (like most other babies with pierced ears) hasn't even noticed them...it's been 6 weeks and they haven't bothered her a bit. We cleaned them while she was having a bottle in the morning and before bed and she hardly moved. It has been super easy to care for them and we get compliments on them almost daily.
I hope this helps and best of luck :)
2007-03-20 07:30:02 · answer #1 · answered by totspotathome 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Well I got my daughters ears done when she was still little enough not to mess with them. I needed to show her shot records and fill out some paper work at the piercing place. My husband didn't like the idea of me piercing her ears but I did it anyway. You just have to be sure to take care of the properly and hope that the baby isn't allergic to the earrings that were put in. That is what happened to my friend and her baby. I had no problems with my daughter...but keep in mind everyone is different. If you are sensitive to earrings I would wait. But do what makes you happy...she is your baby.
2007-03-20 06:54:05 · answer #2 · answered by ♥just me♥ 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Why? She'll be old enough soon to ask for it and appreciate it. My three-year-old wants "pretties," but she's not interested in the pain. My five-year-old niece has had pierced years since infancy and all she does is lose earrings, even the screwbacks and locking posts. The family has spent a fortune on earrings for that kid because after that piercing ordeal (and it was one infection after another even with proper care), no one wants to let those holes close up. If you need to make her look more girly, there are all sorts of ways to make her look like a little girl without any pain. I like barrettes, others prefer those frilly headbands. Aren't all those shots traumatic enough?
2007-03-20 06:59:37 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You need to know that, no matter how skilled the piercer is, no matter how well you care for the piercings, they can still become infected or heal slowly and cause pain and problems for your baby beyond the first 24 hrs. of soreness.
You need to know that, while many adults find it fashionable, and many children don't mind that their ears were pierced in infancy, *some* children may grow up a bit to find them uncomfortable, or be disinterested in wearing and caring for them, or even be resentful of having had no choice in the matter.
You need to know that, if you do have the baby's ears pierced, you should NOT skimp on the earrings. Buy real solid gold, platinum, or silver, and consider whether you or anyone else related to the baby has metal sensitivities, or skin sensitivities of any kind.
You need to know that they get caught on EVERYTHING, from knit winter hats to carseat straps, to the shag of your carpet, and you may constantly find yourself retreating sore, inflamed ears over and over again.
I'm not trying to discourage you; I actually have four girls, and had two of their ears pierced in infancy, and the other two as preschoolers (just recently actually). Neither way was better or worse, but I felt better waiting with my younger two because it was their choice and they were excited about it, able to cooperate and help with caring for them, etc. As for my two who were pierced as infants, one of them loves having them pierced and doesn't mind one bit; the other one hates wearing earrings and only allows them on special occasions, for a couple of hours at a time before they become uncomfortable for her. She does have sensitive skin issues, although no metal allergies. They just plain hurt her ears.
2007-03-20 07:30:40 · answer #4 · answered by LaundryGirl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That it is a stupid thing to do. As you grown, your ear lobs grow, sometimes at different rates. This causes the piercings to become off-center in time. So, I suggest you wait until she is old enough to see that her friends are getting pierced ears and then let her decide. I used to pierce ears so I know the trauma that the sudden sharp pain causes to infants. I have also seem plenty of expressions that have told me that the parent(s) regretted what they did. So, dun do it!!!
2007-03-20 06:43:12 · answer #5 · answered by deadlycoding 1 · 3⤊ 1⤋
I have a 4 yr old daughter. I waited until she was 3 because i wanted her to be able to make a big girl decision. She was so excited when she got to decide what earrings she wanted and she begged me to let her get them pieced. It was so fun that way. Also infants can pull thier earrings out and they can get infected. Just please have 2 people do both ears at the same time. It is less of a shock factor. Good luck.
2007-03-20 06:39:28 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
I have had my 3 girls pierce their ears. The oldest we pierced her ear at 4yrs old and that was the biggest mistake.. she was worried and scared about how much it will hurt and it was such a hassle.
the younger two we pierced at 6 months and they never touch it or really play with it. They get used to it being there and don't pay much attention to it.
Peirce their ears when they are young. Just make sure the place is sterile or do it at your babies Dr office. The Dr. did my middle ones.
PS my middle one is 3 and has never had a problem with her and the earrings
2007-03-20 06:41:33 · answer #7 · answered by DAD_to_3 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You will probably need her shot record before anyone will pierce her ears. Also you need to be prepared, she will probably cry. Give her some Tylenol about an hour before you take her to the salon and give her a binky or pacifier while she is getting them pierced.
You will also need to clean the ears after wards daily and turn the ear-rings.....
Good Luck.
P.S. Don't be surprised if people rag on you for piercing a baby's ears....You know how some people are on here!
2007-03-20 06:38:28 · answer #8 · answered by RN_and_mommy 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Not to do it. I use to work in a place that pierced ears, I hated doing babies ears. For me it would be just one more thing to worry about. Babies pull at their ears and put things in their mouths. Even with screw back earrings I would be nervous. I think you should wait until they are old enough to make the decision for themselves and can take care of them without much help from you.
2007-03-20 06:36:22 · answer #9 · answered by applecrisp 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Don't do it. It will hurt for a while until it heals. The baby may tug on it. It could come out and they swallow it. I know it is really cute but don't be so selfish. Think about the discomfort and risk of infection you will give your baby. I have also heard that as the ears grow it may become off center which will look bad and she will resent you for it. Just wait until she is older and asks for it.
2007-03-20 06:41:29 · answer #10 · answered by dkwkbmn 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋