It is important not to pierce the ears of newborns for health reasons.

Piercing the ears of newborns is a very common practice but it can be dangerous for the baby.

It is thought that it is better to pierce the ears of newborns shortly after birth so that they do not remember the pain caused, the others do it so that the baby's sex is not not confused, the others more for a simple cultural problem.

However, the American Academy of Pediatrics does not recommend piercing ears in babies because placing a piece of metal in the ear may entangle them in clothing and cause lesions that can cause bleeding in newborns.

Another risk is that some parents do it a few hours after the birth of the child, even before applying the tetanus vaccine, which must be applied two months after birth.

Doctors recommend piercing babies' ears between 6 and 16 months of age.

It is also recommended that the earrings or earrings be made of gold and that the material to be used during piercing be completely sterilized, otherwise it could generate infections and increase the risk of contracting the hair. 39; hepatitis.

Remember that children are the most precious thing we have as a mom or dad.

That is why it is important to inform and update yourself constantly to have the best information on hand.

In this way, it will not be easier to make decisions about the health and well-being of our babies.

Otherwise, the lack of information and knowledge will generate a wave of ignorance that will only affect our children.

Little or no information can be crucial and it is best to be well informed about the problems related to our children.

TEXT: RODRIGO GONZÁLEZ