What's the most important thing for me to know about Needles and Diaper Pins?

What is the process for getting a body modification for my child?

What paperwork is needed before a body modification will be done on my child?

What forms of payment do you accept?

What are the age restrictions for customers of Needles and Diaper Pins?

Can I get pierced at the same time as my child?

What are some examples of the piercings available?

Why won't you do some modifications on children?

Isn't piercing children wrong?

What if my question isn't answered here?

What's the most important thing for me to know about Needles and Diaper Pins?
The piercers at Needles and Diaper Pins support and adhere to the standards of The Association of Professional Piercers. All of our needles are opened from a sterile package in front of the customer and thrown away in a biohazard receptacle after use. Spore tests are performed on our autoclave regularly and you're welcome to see the most recent results.

What is the process for getting a body modification for my child?
Come see us! Drop by (or call ahead) for a consultation with one of our piercers. After the consultation, you can make an appointment. No child will be pierced without a consultation and written consent from both parents.

What paperwork is needed before a body modification will be done on my child?
We require written consent from both parents. Proof of identification from all parties (driver's license, birth certificate, passport) must be submitted and a consent form signed in the presence of a Needles and Diaper Pins employee. If one of a child's parents is unavailable (due to military work, death, adoption, unpleasant divorce, etc.), we will need proof of this unavailability. We recognize that this sounds like a lot of effort but we're sure you'll agree that a number of hoops must be jumped before a child is given a body modification.

What forms of payment do you accept?
We accept cash and credit (sorry, no checks). Debit cards with a Visa or Mastercard logo are fine.

What are the age restrictions for customers of Needles and Diaper Pins?
We pierce children aged 5 months to six years. The only laws restricting piercing have to do with parental consent. Though all of our modifications require rigorous proof of consent, we are also concerned about your child's health and welfare. Though piercing is usually considered safe for infants, many doctors recommend that your child be at least five months old before receiving any piercings. Beyond age six, the body has developed to a point that our equipment is no longer appropriate.

Can I get pierced at the same time as my child?
Unfortunately, no. At Needles and Diaper Pins we have chosen to focus solely on children. This kind of specialization allows us to really become experts. All of our equipment is tailored to youth and their special needs. If you'd like our recommendations for adult piercing studios, please ask.

What are some examples of the piercings available?
We're currently working on making a gallery section for the site. In the meantime, you may like to visit the Body Modification E-Zine. Please be aware that the views expressed on this web site do not necessarily reflect those held by Needles and Diaper Pins and this link is merely provided as reference. The image galleries are a wonderful resource and we encourage you to browse them to get an idea of the ways in which people are modifying their bodies.

Why won't you do some modifications on children?
Some piercings, such as tongue studs, will be detrimental to the child's growth and development. Tongue studs, for example, will inhibit nursing and are likely to chip a child's teeth. Our number one concern is your child's health and well being and, as such, we reserve the right to refuse to perform certain body modifications. Note: Under no circumstances will the staff of Needles and Diaper Pins perform any genital piercings.

Isn't piercing children wrong?
We get this question a lot. Legally, there are no restrictions against piercing children (aside from the parental consent rule). Even so, people get pretty upset. In answer, because we only pierce using hollow piercing needles and adhere to the most stringent cleanliness standards, the modifications result in no scarring most of the time. The removal of jewelry (pierced with a hollow needle) during childhood will allow for many years of healing and the marks will hardly be noticable in a few years. A child's skin is much more resilient than an adult's. No modification that we do is "permanent" in the sense that it can't be removed. What is more wrong: adorning your child with jewelry that can be removed later if the child so chooses, or cutting off a baby boy's foreskin which will never grow back?

What if my question isn't answered here?
Please don't hesitate to ask! Our staff is always happy to answer your questions. You can call us during business hours or send us an email.