Jewelry for children and babies: safety and choosing

Children's jewelry is a gift for christenings, first communions and birthdays. Safety is the priority: hypoallergenic materials, secure clasps and designs with no small parts that can be swallowed.

Materials #

18K gold, 925 silver or titanium. Avoid nickel (nickel allergy) and plating that wears off.

What to choose #

• Earrings with screw or safety backs.
• Bracelets adjustable, without small charms.
• Pendants for christenings and medals.
• Chains with secure clasp and short length.

Safety #

Do not let them sleep with the jewel on or wear it unsupervised. Check clasps and stones often, and avoid pieces with pearls or small beads on babies.

Giving #

Small engraved pieces (name and date) are a keepsake for life. See gift guide.

See also #

• Hypoallergenic jewelry and nickel allergy
• Types of jewelry clasps (necklaces, bracelets and earrings)
• What jewelry to give: ideas by person and occasion