For kids

The kids ear-piercing experience in Calgary

A first ear piercing is a big deal — and it should feel like one. Here is exactly what happens, step by step, so there are no surprises. You get to be part of every decision.

Here's what's going to happen

  1. 1

    You arrive

    We say hi and show you around.

  2. 2

    Meet your piercer

    Iliana or Sergi introduces themselves to you. Ask anything you want!

  3. 3

    Pick your earrings

    Choose the colours and shapes you like best.

    A child choosing her earrings at the jewellery display case in the Tribal Expression Kids studio
  4. 4

    Watch your earrings be sterilized

    Your earrings get cleaned and super sterile, right in front of you.

  5. 5

    Come to the piercing room

    The calm, cozy room where the magic happens. Bring a comfort item if you want one.

    A child sitting in the piercing chair with a friendly piercer at Tribal Expression Kids
  6. 6

    Cleaning and marking

    We clean your ear and place tiny dots where the earrings will go. You check them in the mirror and say yes.

  7. 7

    Piercing setup

    Your piercer explains how everything goes and sets up the tools. No surprises!

  8. 8

    Gentle earlobe hold

    Little helpers gently hold your earlobe. Don’t worry — it doesn’t hurt, they’re just mini fingers that help us hold.

  9. 9

    Piercing and earring insert

    Your piercer helps you breathe, then it’s done as quick as you even feel it — and the earring is in!

  10. 10

    Celebrate

    You look in the mirror and see your new earrings for the very first time!

    A child’s freshly pierced ear with a little purple star stud earring
  11. 11

    Aftercare instructions

    Easy steps to keep your ears happy while they heal.

  12. 12

    Celebrate again!!

    A Bravery & Courage certificate, just for you. You did it!

  13. 13

    Come back for a fit check

    When your ear has been healing for a little while, your piercer takes a look at your earrings to see if the posts still fit just right.

  14. 14

    Maybe shorter posts!

    Sometimes we swap the long post for a shorter one that fits better. You usually get to keep the pretty front you picked!

  15. 15

    Keep healing strong

    Your ears keep getting stronger and healthier for a few more months. We're here the whole time!

How are you feeling?

Tap a face — there are no wrong answers.

Pick your earrings

Tap the ones you like — you can pick more than one, and you can change your mind at the studio.

Pick your favourite colours

Pick colours you love, then tap a shape to fill it. Make it totally yours!

💎 Favourite gemstone colours

✨ Favourite titanium colours

Fun fact: titanium can really turn exactly these colours! Not with paint — with a secret burst of electricity in our studio. That is why there is no red or green titanium here. Your real earrings can match your favourite!

You get a certificate!

After your piercing you get a Bravery & Courage certificate and join the Kid Ear Piercing Club. Peek at the certificates →

Nervous? That's okay.

Most kids feel a quick pinch. Everyone experiences it a little differently. Being nervous is completely okay, asking questions is okay, and crying is okay too. You are in charge of your own piercing.

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