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Simple Tips for Tear-Free Trims

Simple Tips for Tear-Free Trims

by Joanne Lindsay, RN

A baby’s first haircut is one of those milestones all parents want to document in pictures but can all too often end up in tears. We know it can be a tumultuous task for some, but fear not, because with a little preparation and these 10 simple tips, your child’s first haircut can be a smiling success instead.

Figure out the first time: Knowing when to go for your child’s first haircut...

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Tip: Figure out the first time

Knowing when to go for your child’s first haircut depends on how much hair they are born with as well as how long you want to preserve their baby look. The average child gets their first haircut at around 12 months. Babies born with luscious locks could be ready as early as eight months for their first trim, while babies born with superfine baby hair may not need one until around two years.

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Tip: Prepare your toddler

Tell them exactly what’s going to happen when they get their haircut. That way the scissors, clippers or razors won’t be a surprise—or as scary—to them. You can also read books about the subject to familiarize them such as "Henry’s First Haircut," by Dan Yaccarino, and "Sprinkles' First Haircut" by Jc Schwanda featuring the characters of Blue’s Clues.

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Tip: Find a comfortable place

This can mean staying at home and taking on stylist duties yourself or finding a place that caters to kids. Specialized salons, such as Just Kidding Kids Cuts with locations in Mequon and Whitefish Bay, offer such amenities as jeep styling chairs and DVDs for your toddler to watch during their haircut and to distract them from being scared.

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Tip: Monkey-see, monkey-do

Bring your toddler with you when you go for your haircut or even when you take siblings. When a child sees someone they care about getting their haircut, they often want to be just like them and do the same. At the same time, by seeing others get their haircut first they know they don’t have to be scared.

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Tip: A patient stylist is key

It’s important to have an experienced stylist who can work on a moving target. The stylist should also be able to make your toddler feel comfortable and be able to relate to children. Sometimes the stylist lets them play with the spray bottle or carefully see the scissors up close. A patient stylist will not only keep your little one calm, but you will be relaxed too.

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Tip: Schedule strategically

Try to book your appointment between mealtime and naptime so your toddler isn’t hungry or tired. By avoiding times when your toddler might feel out of sorts, you can make that first experience a positive one that will set the stage for years to come.

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Tip: Take a seat and relax

For younger children, it can be helpful to place them on your lap during their haircut — it can calm their nerves and you can help keep them still for the stylist. The other option is to take a seat next to them so that you are not moving about and causing them to turn their head to look for you. Remain calm and relaxed. If you are nervous or overly emotional, your children will pick up on it.

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Tip: Bring a toy

Let your child bring a small toy, game or comfort item from home. Having a familiar or favorite toy will distract them instead of worrying about what’s going on during the haircut.

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Tip: Reward good behavior

If your child acts in a way that is expected, you should reward them with verbal praise. Letting them know how proud you were of their good behavior during their haircut will encourage the same behavior for future haircuts.

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Tip: For baby’s haircut, be ready to walk away and reschedule

For something as seemingly trivial as a haircut, why put your toddler or yourself through the trauma of forcing it to happen? If their behavior turns downright unruly where it wouldn’t be safe for the stylist to even attempt to cut their hair, you should be ready to walk out the door and simply try again another day.

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Tip: Figure out the first time

Tip: Prepare your toddler

Tip: Find a comfortable place

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Tip: Bring a toy

Tip: Reward good behavior

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