{"product_id":"appointment-infant-lobes","title":"Appointment: Earlobes (0-9 months)","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"536\"\u003ePiercing Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA gentle, safe, and professional first piercing experience for your baby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Tacoma’s Best Piercing, we specialize in infant earlobe piercings performed with the highest safety standards in the piercing industry. This service is designed specifically for babies ages 0–9 months and is offered as a safer alternative to piercing guns, mall kiosks, and jewelry store piercings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour baby’s piercing is performed by an APP (Association of Professional Piercers) member using sterile instruments and implant-grade titanium or solid gold jewelry - always with a quality, professional piercing needle, never a piercing gun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe focus on precision placement, comfort, and creating a calm, quick experience for both baby and parents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003eStarting Prices\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1293\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003eTotal piercings: 2\u003c\/strong\u003e — Starting at $135.00 +tax\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1352\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1352\"\u003e(Final price depends on jewelry selection\/upgrades)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1352\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"756\" data-end=\"782\"\u003eWhat's included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"946\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"822\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"785\" data-end=\"822\"\u003eConsultation and placement planning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"866\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"866\"\u003eProfessional sterile piercing procedure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"907\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"907\"\u003eImplant grade titanium basic jewelry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"946\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"946\"\u003eAftercare instructions and support\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"946\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"946\"\u003eSaline Solution\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"946\"\u003ePrivate, one-on-one appointment outside regular business hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1352\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eIMPORTANT INFORMATION\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTacoma’s Best Piercing is one of the few studios nationally with an \u003cstrong\u003eAPP (Association of Professional Piercers)\u003c\/strong\u003e member offering infant lobe piercings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe pierce infants 0–9 months only.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppointment Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInfant lobe piercings are performed only outside of normal business hours (before or after hours)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis service is performed only by our owner, Jessica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is best if there is no other children aside from the child being pierced at the time of the appointment, although if more kids are present we suggest either bringing toys\/tools to entertain them and\/or another adult to help keep an eye on them. This service requires participation of the parent\/guardian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppointments begin exactly at the scheduled time - late arrivals may be turned away\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo outside jewelry is permitted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety Standards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe never use piercing guns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe use only implant-grade titanium and solid gold jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe follow aseptic procedures that exceed state requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Medical \u0026amp; Placement Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour infant will feel some pain\/discomfort and may cry (similar to vaccinations)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInfants are more susceptible to infection and require the parents to abide by our aftercare instructions in order to avoid infection\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScar tissue and keloids - as with all piercings\/tattoos\/etc. are possible, though not likely in our experience piercing babies, kids and adults\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth and growth spurts may affect placement as your baby grows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect placement cannot be guaranteed, babies are naturally wiggly and can sometimes move during marking and the piercing itself - to help prevent this, and to help make this process easier, we recommend the following:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBring a clean, freshly washed blanket or two in order to be able to swaddle (additionally, familiar items like blankets are often comforting to infants)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBring toys to distract your infant. Marking is able to be done more precisely if your infant turns their head away from the piercer while marking, so calling their attention in the opposite direction with a toy tends to aid in the marking and prep process. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf your baby is asleep at your appointment time, don't wake them. In fact, it is best if they are asleep at the time of the appointment but not necessary. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeeding your infant in-between and after their piercings tends to help ease them. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePros of Infant Earlobe Piercing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey can look great and jewelry is fun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTradition and culture are the most common reasons families choose this service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHaving them done at Tacoma’s Best Piercing is significantly safer than mall kiosks, jewelry stores, doctors’ offices that use piercing guns, or any gun-based method\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour child will likely heal them successfully, not need to have them done again later or fear their piercings closing when\/if they take them out when they are older. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe strongly encourage all parents to research and carefully consider all medical, social, and personal factors before proceeding. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSocial \u0026amp; Personal Considerations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is an elective cosmetic procedure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome people view infant ear piercing as outdated or unfair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe are a judgment-free studio and respect each family’s decision, we think that it's great that you are looking into having them done the safest, best way possible!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdentification Requirements (Mandatory)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly a natural or legally appointed guardian may sign for the infant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuardian must provide: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriver’s license, state ID, passport, or paper ID renewal for themselves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProof of guardianship for their child\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIf adopted:\u003c\/strong\u003e guardianship paperwork is required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot accepted:\u003c\/strong\u003e military IDs, punched IDs, social security cards, insurance cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMandatory ID Upload\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou must upload guardian and infant IDs when booking or bring them to your appointment, with these you'll fill out a release form that will be kept on record in accordance with WA state laws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFailure to provide proper documentation will result in:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of deposit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeeding to reschedule \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolicies \u0026amp; Deposits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou must follow all TBP policies listed at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tacomasbestpiercing.com\/policies\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e www.tacomasbestpiercing.com\/policies \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo-shows and late cancellations result in loss of deposit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e If you don’t see any appointments available, please join our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tacomasbestpiercing.com\/pages\/infant-earlobe-waitlist\"\u003e waitlist here \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","url":"https:\/\/tacomasbestpiercing.com\/products\/appointment-infant-lobes","provider":"Tacoma's Best Piercing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}