Baby Ear Piercing London
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We offer baby ear piercing for children and toddlers.
Baby ear piercing is a common cultural practice in many societies around the world. Parents often choose to pierce their baby’s ears for various reasons, including cultural traditions, personal preferences, aesthetics and safety. However, there are important considerations and guidelines to follow to ensure the safety and well-being of the baby.
Our baby ear piercing is done by Lorena who licensed piercer and is medically trained. The ear piercing is done in our council inspected private clinic facilities using sterilised equipment
In many cultures this is a right of passage and we are sensitive to our client’s cultural needs and expectations.
How We Pierce Baby’s and Children’s Ears
Baby ear piercing is far more delicate than piercing older children and adults. Mainly because babies wiggle and they should not be held down. Holding a child down does nothing but distress them. The baby ear piercing process is far longer and methodical than with adults.
What makes us different is that we pierce babies with a specialised piercing instrument that’s equivalent to piercing with a needle and therefore it causes minimal trauma to the young ear. The procedure takes a full hour. We use numbing cream to make the ear piercing painless and we genuinely care to make this right of passage a pleasant experience to remember.
We have a wide choice of mini ear studs in gold, stainless steel and titanium.
This procedure is only done by Lorena Oberg herself and you can expect to be with us for an hour. We are a clinic and a safe private environment. This aids to the child and parents being able to feel safe and therefore relax. The piercing takes seconds but the process of making the child and the parent comfortable can take time. Lorena is extremely experienced in this field and regularly pierces young Princesses and Celebrities
Baby Ear Piercing FAQ
The NHS has information about piercings that will help you make an informed decision here.
The Baby Ear Piercing Process
Lorena works with your child and uses distraction techniques in order to pierce. She does not partake in the practice of holding the child down as this distresses them. Instead, she distract you child using YouTube videos or anything that may work. Please bring familiar books and toys that you know your child likes.
We recommend the use of numbing cream. We apply the cream half an hour before the treatment. This will make the procedure painless.
Although we can’t guarantee that your child won’t cry, we can guarantee that every step will be taken to make sure that the procedure is done with minimum discomfort to both child and parent.
If you wish to have more details as to the process, you can read more on our Ear Piercing Process For Toddlers page.
Piercing Toddlers
Piercing toddlers is very tricky. Toddlers know enough to realise something is happening but are not able to understand why, how and the reason there’s fat lady wearing gloves touching her ears. Lorena is very good at gaining children’s trust but if the child says NO, the procedure is over. We respect the child’s right to their body and to remove consent to be touched.
Safety Measures
The safety of the baby or child is paramount during the ear piercing process. Before proceeding with the piercing, parents should ensure that their baby is in good health and free from any infections or skin conditions. It is also advisable to wait until the baby is at least two months old to minimise the risk of complications.
Sterilisation of equipment and proper hand hygiene are crucial to prevent infections. We wear disposable gloves and use sterile needles or instruments for each procedure. All of our earings are made from hypoallergenic materials to reduce the risk of allergic reactions. In fact, we have never had an allergic reaction.
Aftercare
After the ear piercing procedure, parents must follow proper aftercare instructions to promote healing and prevent infections. This involves cleaning the pierced ears with a solution that will be provided for you. It’s essential to avoid touching the earrings and to refrain from swimming or exposing the ears to excessive moisture until they are fully healed. You will need to agree to follow an after care regime and sign consent forms.
Regular monitoring of the pierced ears for signs of infection, such as redness, swelling, or discharge, is essential. If any abnormalities or concerns arise, we ask that you send us a picture immediately.
Come Meet Us
Baby ear piercing is a skill that requires years of experience. We are very proud of being able to provide a safe and sanitary environment for your child. We welcome parents inspecting our facilities before making a decision.
As Lorena lectures internationally, booking an appointment in advance is crucial. You can look at her availability for this treatment and book by using the our online booking system.
If you wish to speak to a member of staff you can call us on 0800 0029696
Prices
Price from £250 (price includes studs, disinfectant solution and numbing cream). Solid 14K gold studs are £50 additional.