{"title":"Piercings Appointments for minors between 0-9 months old","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"appointment-infant-lobes","title":"Appointment: Earlobes (0-9 months) - Infant\/Baby earlobes","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePiercing Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA gentle, professional, and safety-focused first piercing experience for your baby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Tacoma’s Best Piercing, we specialize in infant earlobe piercings for babies ages 0–9 months. We use professional piercing techniques, sterile equipment, and jewelry specifically selected for initial healing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour baby’s piercing is performed by our owner, Jessica, who has more than 10 years of experience piercing babies and children and has pierced more than 1,000 children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe use a sterile, single-use professional piercing needle for every piercing. We never use piercing guns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe focus on careful placement, comfort, and creating a calm experience for both baby and parents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStarting Prices\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal piercings: 2, both earlobes — Starting at $135 + tax\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinal price depends on jewelry selection and upgrades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo professional earlobe piercings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic implant-grade titanium posts and tops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlacement planning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional piercing service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSterile saline solution to take home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAftercare instructions and support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplimentary check-ups within the first 8 weeks if you have concerns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrivate appointment during designated appointment times\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eJewelry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur basic jewelry is made from implant-grade titanium from professional body-jewelry brands certified by the APP.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also offer jewelry upgrades in implant-grade titanium and nickel-free solid gold, including different designs and genuine gemstones. Upgrades are available at an additional cost, and we are happy to help you find an option that fits your style and budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe do not accept outside jewelry for the initial piercing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you already have earrings you would like your baby to wear, we recommend starting with our approved basic jewelry and switching to your own jewelry once the piercings are fully healed, usually around 3–4 months after piercing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInitial infant piercings are done with straight posts. We do not use hoops or rings for initial healing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer this service for babies ages 0–9 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter 9 months, TBP offers earlobe piercings starting at 5 years old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe do not generally recommend piercing children between 1–4 years old because they are more likely to touch, pull, or interfere with the piercings while they heal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you would like to ask about an exception, please email us before booking at \u003ca href=\"mailto:tacomasbestpiercing@gmail.com\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003etacomasbestpiercing@gmail.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAppointment Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInfant earlobe piercings are a limited-availability service offered only during specific appointment times.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew appointments are released every Tuesday and Wednesday for dates approximately four weeks ahead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you do not see an appointment available, please join our waitlist. We will contact you if an opening becomes available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppointments begin at the scheduled time. Late arrivals may need to be rescheduled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis service is performed only by Jessica, our owner and infant piercing specialist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA parent or legal guardian must be present and participate in the appointment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe recommend bringing only the baby being pierced whenever possible. If you need to bring other children, we recommend bringing another adult to supervise them and\/or bringing toys to keep them entertained.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo outside jewelry is permitted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety Standards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe never use piercing guns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe use a sterile, single-use professional piercing needle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe follow APP-informed professional piercing protocols.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe use implant-grade titanium and nickel-free solid gold from approved professional body-jewelry brands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe use jewelry specifically made for initial piercings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe use clean and sterile equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe follow professional piercing safety practices and applicable Washington State requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement \u0026amp; Growing Ears\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore piercing, Jessica will evaluate your baby’s ears and carefully mark the placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe always consider your baby’s anatomy and future growth when planning the placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBabies naturally move during the marking and piercing process, so perfect symmetry cannot be guaranteed. Your baby’s ears will also continue to grow and change, which can affect how the piercings look over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have had great success piercing infants and children, and many of the children we pierce return years later with fully healed piercings and good placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Prepare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBring a clean, freshly washed blanket so you can swaddle your baby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBring a favorite toy or familiar item to help keep your baby comfortable. Jangling keys can also work well as a distraction during marking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf your baby is sleeping when you arrive, do not wake them. Sleeping babies can make the marking process easier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeeding your baby between and after the piercings can help comfort them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHaving another adult available can be helpful if your baby needs extra attention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour baby may cry or be uncomfortable during the piercing. This is normal and can be similar to what happens during a vaccination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHealing \u0026amp; Aftercare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis service includes sterile saline to take home and detailed aftercare instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuring healing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow the aftercare instructions we provide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not unnecessarily touch, pull, twist, or rotate the jewelry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the area clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe suggest avoiding swimming and swimming lessons during the 3–4 month healing period, or for as long as possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have concerns about your baby’s healing, please contact us. If your baby appears sick or you have concerns about a medical issue, we recommend contacting your child’s healthcare provider.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Medical \u0026amp; Personal Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike any piercing, infant ear piercing has potential risks, including irritation, infection, swelling, scarring, migration, and reactions to jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeloids and other types of scar tissue are also possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is always a good idea to speak with your child’s primary care provider if you have medical concerns before booking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInfant ear piercing is an elective cosmetic procedure. Some parents prefer to wait until their child is old enough to choose for themselves, while others choose to have their child’s ears pierced as an infant. Both decisions are personal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe respect every family’s decision about when they feel their child is ready. Our role is not to judge or influence that decision, but to provide a professional and safety-focused service for families who choose to have their baby’s ears pierced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdentification Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA parent or legal guardian must be present and sign the paperwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor the baby:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBirth certificate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor the parent or legal guardian:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriver’s license\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eState ID\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePassport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValid paper ID renewal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWE DO NOT ACCEPT:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilitary IDs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePunched or voided IDs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSocial Security cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsurance cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the child is adopted or the person signing is a legal guardian, guardianship paperwork must also be provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the booking system asks you to upload your documents, please upload them when booking. You may also bring the original or a clear physical or digital copy to your appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFailure to provide the required documentation may result in rescheduling and loss of the deposit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePolicies \u0026amp; Deposits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Tacoma’s Best Piercing policies apply to infant piercing appointments.\u003cbr\u003ePlease review our studio policies before booking at:\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tacomasbestpiercing.com\/policies\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e www.tacomasbestpiercing.com\/policies \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo-shows and cancellations outside our cancellation policy may result in no-show or cancellation fees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you do not see an appointment available, please join our waitlist and we will contact you if an opening becomes available. \u003cstrong\u003eYou can join here: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tacomasbestpiercing.com\/pages\/infant-earlobe-waitlist\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewaitlist \u003c\/strong\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tacoma's Best Piercing","offers":[{"title":"Total piercings: 2","offer_id":47849819504867,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/5435\/4659\/files\/baby01.jpg?v=1779229911"},{"product_id":"services-jewelry-removal","title":"Services: Jewelry Removal","description":"\u003ch2\u003eService Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA jewelry removal appointment is designed for clients who need professional assistance removing piercing jewelry safely and comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis service may be appropriate for permanent jewelry removal, temporary jewelry removal for medical procedures or imaging appointments, stuck jewelry, difficult-to-remove jewelry, or situations where removal is recommended to support healing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn some cases, jewelry removal may not be the best solution. If a piercing issue can be resolved safely through troubleshooting, downsizing, jewelry replacement, or retainer installation, your piercer may recommend an alternative solution during the appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor fresh or healing piercings requiring temporary jewelry removal for surgery, MRI scans, work requirements, or other situations, glass or silicone retainers may be installed when appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe only perform removals that we believe can be completed safely and responsibly in a studio environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStarting Prices\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Jewelry Removal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1–3 removals\u003c\/strong\u003e — $15\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4–6 removals\u003c\/strong\u003e — $30\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAppointment times:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n1–2 removals — 10 minutes\u003cbr\u003e\n3–4 removals — 15 minutes\u003cbr\u003e\n5–6 removals — 20 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicrodermal Removal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1–3 removals\u003c\/strong\u003e — $15\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4–6 removals\u003c\/strong\u003e — $30\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAppointment times:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n1–2 removals — 15 minutes\u003cbr\u003e\n3–4 removals — 20 minutes\u003cbr\u003e\n5–6 removals — 25 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional jewelry removal performed by a piercer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse of professional tools and techniques when needed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssessment of the piercing and jewelry before removal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommendations for healing, reinsertion, retainers, or future jewelry options if needed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternative solution recommendations when removal may not be the best option\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note that piercings can shrink or close very quickly once jewelry is removed, even if the piercing is fully healed or several years old. 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