In many cultures it is tradition to pierce a baby’s ears from a very young age. While newborn babies are not expected to wear diamond earrings in sizes that we are accustomed to seeing in stores, tiny diamond earrings can be found at many retailers designed specifically for babies and young children.
Hereof, which earrings are best for babies?
We highly recommend earrings made using precious metals with a higher gold content, specifically 18k or 14k gold earrings for a baby or rhodium-plated high-quality sterling silver earrings. Your baby’s ears are sensitive, and only premium quality earrings should be used.
Also question is, what size earrings should a baby wear?
A newborn baby should wear one-eighth-inch earrings. Older babies or toddlers should wear one-fourth inch earrings. All earrings should have screw backs for safety.
Are magnetic earrings safe for babies?
The magnetic earrings carry a choking warning for children under age 3, but no other warnings. The earring packaging states that they are for ages “5+.”
Is stainless steel earrings safe for babies?
Nickel and cobalt allergies are very common in infants; so make sure to avoid earrings that contain nickel to avoid allergic reactions. The safest metals to choose are 14k gold and surgical stainless steel which is why all of our children’s earrings are made of 14k gold and have surgical stainless steel backings.
Can I pierce my baby’s ears at 2 months?
Basically, the age when you can safely pierce a baby’s ears is around 2 months, as long as moms and dads follow a few rules. Infant ear piercing at 2 months is arguably an ideal time because it coincides with the first round of vaccinations, including the tetanus vaccine.
Are screw back earrings safe for babies?
A screw back earring is a safe and popular option for infant earrings. Once you twist them to close on the ear, they are secure—they don’t endlessly twist like some adult earrings. The back likely will not fall off, so you don’t need to stress over it as a potential choking hazard.
Is baby ear piercing legal?
Infants are unable to consent to having the procedure. By piercing their ears, parents are taking away the child’s opportunity to have such a choice. Additionally, pediatricians from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) require parents to wait until their child is at least 6 months old to get their ears pierced.
What is the best size diamond for earring studs?
Consider Where You Want to Wear Your Studs
A good rule of thumb is to stay between 0.25 ctw and 1 ctw for an everyday pair of studs. Then, if you’re shopping for a pair of diamond studs that you’ll wear on special occasions, you may want to go a bit bigger and opt for diamonds that are over 1 ctw.
Are Costco Diamonds good quality?
Diamond Quality Information
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) is the world’s foremost authority on diamond and gemstones. GIA has established the internationally accepted standard for diamond grading on which Costco’s standards are based. Costco offers our members high quality jewelry at an exceptional value.
What is a good quality diamond for stud earrings?
The most common diamond shapes used for stud earrings are round, Asscher, and princess cut diamonds. Basically, any diamond cut that has more equal proportions is well suited to be a stud earring. That is why the circular shape of the round and square shapes of princess and Asscher are so popular.
Can I pierce my baby’s ears at 3 months?
You can consult with your pediatrician on whether to pierce your baby’s ears, but many recommend that your baby is at least three months old. Some people pierce their kids’ ears during infancy while others will wait until the child is mature enough to take care of the piercing site.
What type of earring is best for piercing?
Surgical stainless steel earrings
What age should I let my son get his ears pierced?
12 years old
