Baby & Children’s Jewelry

There is no single right age. The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests waiting until a child is old enough to help care for the piercing. If you pierce earlier, have it done by a trained professional, choose gold posts, leave the first earrings in for four to six weeks and keep the area clean. Whenever your family decides, we are happy to help you choose the first pair.

For young or newly pierced ears, 14K gold posts are the safest choice and the least likely to cause a reaction. Sterling silver is a good, affordable choice for older children whose ears are fully healed. Nickel is the most common cause of reactions to earrings, so avoid inexpensive costume earrings for sensitive ears.

Treat baby bracelets and necklaces as keepsakes for special occasions, worn while an adult is watching, and take them off for naps and sleep. In 2018 the US Food and Drug Administration warned parents not to use teething necklaces or bracelets because of the risk of choking and strangulation. Store small earrings well out of reach.

A gift that lasts: a sterling silver spoon, a keepsake box for a first curl, a small bangle or tiny studs in the baby’s birthstone. Many families start a tradition with the first gift and add to it every birthday. Baby jewelry can be a meaningful keepsake or a piece for occasional, closely supervised wear, depending on the child’s age and the design.

A small cross, a single pearl or a starter pearl necklace, a locket or a pair of diamond cross earrings are all classic First Communion gifts. Choose something simple enough to wear long after the day itself. See our Communion and Confirmation gifts.

Most children’s bracelets are 5.25 to 6.5 inches and most children’s necklaces 14 to 15 inches; teens usually move to adult sizes of about 7 inches for bracelets and 15 to 18 inches for necklaces. If you are not sure, adjustable bangles and chains with an extra loop are the safest choice for a gift.

This is often a first piece of real fine jewelry: a diamond heart pendant, diamond studs, pearls or a ring with her birthstone. See our Quinceañera and Sweet 16 jewelry.

Petite studs, hearts, or birthstone earrings and pendants make thoughtful first gifts. Consider the child’s style, and review the dimensions, metal, and earring-back details before choosing. If you’re buying a surprise, check with a parent or caregiver about their preferences.

Start by checking the metal details in the product description, especially if the child has a known sensitivity. If you need more information about a particular piece, contact us before ordering. We’re happy to help clarify its metal composition so you can choose with confidence.

Some designs offer adjustable lengths, while others have a fixed fit. Check the product description for measurements and adjustment options. If you’re looking for a piece with room to grow, contact us for help reviewing your selection and whether future alterations may be possible.

A simple chain, a religious pendant, or a bracelet can be a personal choice for an older child or teenager. Let his interests and style guide you and check the dimensions carefully. For a baby or younger child, consider a keepsake to save for later.

Choose a piece with a story: a birthstone that celebrates the child’s birthday, a locket that represents your bond, or pearls that begin a family tradition. Include a note explaining why you selected it so the child can carry that connection with them as they grow.