Ear piercing for kids
Choosing where to go to get your child’s ears pierced can be difficult without thorough and accurate information. While it is tempting to make this decision based upon convenience, we at Prysm Body Piercing encourage parents to consider quality and safety as primary factors in selecting a studio and piercer. Since there are no regulations in Iowa regarding the practices, environment, or education of the piercer, it is up to parents to conduct research to learn about these prior to making a decision where to go.
Q. What are the risks of ear/body piercing?
A: Risks can include bruising, bleeding, swelling or more serious bacterial infections, viruses, and excessive permanent scarring. These risks can be minimized/avoided by going to an educated professional.
Q: How does your method (needle) differ from the piercing gun?
A: It is a drastic difference. We utilize a fully sterile procedure including: Sterile needles, sterile gloves, sterile drapes, and sterile disposables. Reusable piercing guns cannot be sterilized. Furthermore, the needle will create a smooth insertion into the body rather than the blunt force trauma of piercing gun studs.
Q: What is the minimum age of a child that you would perform piercings on? Do you feel it is safe to pierce babies?
A: Our minimum age is 5 years old for earlobe piercings. We find that at this age, the child has the capacity to understand their own choice, which makes the experience far more positive. Since the likelihood of healing also relies on care of the area once the child leaves the studio, we feel that 5-year old children have greater ability to understand the importance of aftercare. In contrast, babies can neither make the choice to be pierced, nor can they comply with our recommendations for caring for their piercing. This puts babies at a higher risk during the healing process, and the piercing experience can be very scary for them. We want our clients to have a positive piercing experience, regardless of their age.
Q: What procedures do you follow when performing a child’s piercings?
A: To help facilitate a positive experience for the child, we have a process in place that has helped many get through their piercing with minimal discomfort. First, for children (5-9 years old) we require an in-studio consultation. During this time, we walk the child and parent, step-by-step, through our entire piercing procedure. We show them all the tools and materials they can expect to see while getting pierced. we will even perform a practice run to simulate the procedure. This gives a greater level of comfort and alleviate some anxiety and stress.
After the consultation, we browse our extensive selection of implant-grade jewelry, choosing not only a set that is beautiful, but one that is custom to their unique anatomy. From here we will continue on with sterilization of jewelry and piercing procedure.
IMPORTANT: At times, after the consultation, children may not feel as enthusiastic about receiving a piercing than as before. Sometimes we can see some changes in their demeanor and/or body language that standout and foreshadow a negative experience. If this becomes the case, we will reschedule their piercing for a later day, within a week of their consultation. This will give the child and parent time to process the piercing an alleviate some anxiety. This will insure more comfort when they come back, allowing for a positive piercing experience. If their comfort level is maintained after the consultation, and see no red flags, this waiting period is not required. This will be at the piercer’s discretion.
Q: You talk about custom jewelry. What kind of jewelry is safe? Could I bring in my own?
A: At Prysm, we meet and exceed the Association of Professional Piercers’ standards for initial jewelry, offering only implant-grade materials, all of which are verifiable. Given our stringent standards regarding the material, design, and surface finish of our jewelry, and considering that most novelty stores do not offer jewelry that meets these standards, we rarely feel it safe to use outside jewelry. If you wish to know for sure, you can bring in the jewelry and allow us to inspect it.
Q: How can we ensure the piercing heals well, and what should we avoid?
A: Most issues can be avoided if the child follows our four rules for piercing care:
Rule 1: Don't touch it.
Rule 2: Don't touch it.
Rule 3: Don't touch it.
Rule 4: Don't listen to unprofessional advice / friends / internet.
We want to encourage the body to heal naturally, so we never encourage exposing it to anything not already created by the body. This is why we provide you 'Healing Ocean' with every piercing we perform. In addition, children should avoid activities that might expose their piercing to irritation and bacteria. This topic is covered thoroughly with both the child and parents, post piercing. We will always make time to respond to any concerns you or your child may have during the healing process.
If they are in regular activities that require them to take out, or cover the piercings. It may be worth a wait to find a clear window of 6 months for the tissue to heal and stabilize. Repeated irritation within the first 6 months can be problematic to healing tissue (such as infection, prolonged swelling, excessive scarring etc.)
Q: So I have decided to take my child to Prysm Body Piercing, how much will it cost?
A: We charge a piercing fee of $57 for a single ear piercing, and $30 for an additional piercing in the same session. This $87 for a pair of ear piercings does not include jewelry. The cost of jewelry will vary based on size, material, design, and gemstone.
Ensuring your child’s safety is our priority, and hope to see you soon. If you have any future questions, please feel free to contact us.
Q: Do we need an appointment?
A: Yes, We will require appointment for all piercings and consultations. Be sure to read our FAQ's, then, and follow the links on the bottom that page
Q: Can we bring spectators?
A: Only the child being pierced and one parent will be permitted in the piercing room.
Go to Booking Page
Q. What are the risks of ear/body piercing?
A: Risks can include bruising, bleeding, swelling or more serious bacterial infections, viruses, and excessive permanent scarring. These risks can be minimized/avoided by going to an educated professional.
Q: How does your method (needle) differ from the piercing gun?
A: It is a drastic difference. We utilize a fully sterile procedure including: Sterile needles, sterile gloves, sterile drapes, and sterile disposables. Reusable piercing guns cannot be sterilized. Furthermore, the needle will create a smooth insertion into the body rather than the blunt force trauma of piercing gun studs.
Q: What is the minimum age of a child that you would perform piercings on? Do you feel it is safe to pierce babies?
A: Our minimum age is 5 years old for earlobe piercings. We find that at this age, the child has the capacity to understand their own choice, which makes the experience far more positive. Since the likelihood of healing also relies on care of the area once the child leaves the studio, we feel that 5-year old children have greater ability to understand the importance of aftercare. In contrast, babies can neither make the choice to be pierced, nor can they comply with our recommendations for caring for their piercing. This puts babies at a higher risk during the healing process, and the piercing experience can be very scary for them. We want our clients to have a positive piercing experience, regardless of their age.
Q: What procedures do you follow when performing a child’s piercings?
A: To help facilitate a positive experience for the child, we have a process in place that has helped many get through their piercing with minimal discomfort. First, for children (5-9 years old) we require an in-studio consultation. During this time, we walk the child and parent, step-by-step, through our entire piercing procedure. We show them all the tools and materials they can expect to see while getting pierced. we will even perform a practice run to simulate the procedure. This gives a greater level of comfort and alleviate some anxiety and stress.
After the consultation, we browse our extensive selection of implant-grade jewelry, choosing not only a set that is beautiful, but one that is custom to their unique anatomy. From here we will continue on with sterilization of jewelry and piercing procedure.
IMPORTANT: At times, after the consultation, children may not feel as enthusiastic about receiving a piercing than as before. Sometimes we can see some changes in their demeanor and/or body language that standout and foreshadow a negative experience. If this becomes the case, we will reschedule their piercing for a later day, within a week of their consultation. This will give the child and parent time to process the piercing an alleviate some anxiety. This will insure more comfort when they come back, allowing for a positive piercing experience. If their comfort level is maintained after the consultation, and see no red flags, this waiting period is not required. This will be at the piercer’s discretion.
Q: You talk about custom jewelry. What kind of jewelry is safe? Could I bring in my own?
A: At Prysm, we meet and exceed the Association of Professional Piercers’ standards for initial jewelry, offering only implant-grade materials, all of which are verifiable. Given our stringent standards regarding the material, design, and surface finish of our jewelry, and considering that most novelty stores do not offer jewelry that meets these standards, we rarely feel it safe to use outside jewelry. If you wish to know for sure, you can bring in the jewelry and allow us to inspect it.
Q: How can we ensure the piercing heals well, and what should we avoid?
A: Most issues can be avoided if the child follows our four rules for piercing care:
Rule 1: Don't touch it.
Rule 2: Don't touch it.
Rule 3: Don't touch it.
Rule 4: Don't listen to unprofessional advice / friends / internet.
We want to encourage the body to heal naturally, so we never encourage exposing it to anything not already created by the body. This is why we provide you 'Healing Ocean' with every piercing we perform. In addition, children should avoid activities that might expose their piercing to irritation and bacteria. This topic is covered thoroughly with both the child and parents, post piercing. We will always make time to respond to any concerns you or your child may have during the healing process.
If they are in regular activities that require them to take out, or cover the piercings. It may be worth a wait to find a clear window of 6 months for the tissue to heal and stabilize. Repeated irritation within the first 6 months can be problematic to healing tissue (such as infection, prolonged swelling, excessive scarring etc.)
Q: So I have decided to take my child to Prysm Body Piercing, how much will it cost?
A: We charge a piercing fee of $57 for a single ear piercing, and $30 for an additional piercing in the same session. This $87 for a pair of ear piercings does not include jewelry. The cost of jewelry will vary based on size, material, design, and gemstone.
Ensuring your child’s safety is our priority, and hope to see you soon. If you have any future questions, please feel free to contact us.
Q: Do we need an appointment?
A: Yes, We will require appointment for all piercings and consultations. Be sure to read our FAQ's, then, and follow the links on the bottom that page
Q: Can we bring spectators?
A: Only the child being pierced and one parent will be permitted in the piercing room.
Go to Booking Page
Customer quotes and reviews
"Not one tear! I'm impressed with the process and experience" - Karen
"Jacob was awesome, a perfectionist, and very professional. It was more expensive than what I would have thought but the piece of mind of having a professional piercing was well worth it. Also having the required consultation was really great so she knew exactly what to expect on the big day" - Jodi
"My daughter has wanted to get her ears pierced for a while. We met with Rob yesterday for a consultation. He was so good with my daughter and explained to her exactly what he was going to do. Since we are from out of town and there isn't anyone in our area with the same credentials as he has, he came in on his day off to pierce my daughter's ears! He took his time with her and was so kind, encouraging, and reassuring with her. We highly recommend him!" - Carrie
"Not one tear! I'm impressed with the process and experience" - Karen
"Jacob was awesome, a perfectionist, and very professional. It was more expensive than what I would have thought but the piece of mind of having a professional piercing was well worth it. Also having the required consultation was really great so she knew exactly what to expect on the big day" - Jodi
"My daughter has wanted to get her ears pierced for a while. We met with Rob yesterday for a consultation. He was so good with my daughter and explained to her exactly what he was going to do. Since we are from out of town and there isn't anyone in our area with the same credentials as he has, he came in on his day off to pierce my daughter's ears! He took his time with her and was so kind, encouraging, and reassuring with her. We highly recommend him!" - Carrie