Piercing the ears of babies is a prevalent practice in many cultures worldwide. In Hispanic, Indian, and some African communities, it’s often viewed as a rite of passage or a way to add beauty.

Your baby’s hearing develops rapidly in the first two years, but their ear canals are still tiny. Noise can cause pressure to build up, and sounds seem louder for babies than adults. If your ...

(to mother of the baby) I'm just placing the soft tip into baby's ears and I'm looking for a response from the ear. I identify babies with hearing loss. I work in the community or in a hospital.