Baby Bracelet

In many cases, baby bracelets serve a practical purpose, like helping identify the child to ensure it gets the special care it needs.

For others, bracelets are believed to ward off evil spirits and bless the baby with good luck and health. India and China often put bracelets on their babies as part of tradition.

Some love how their cute new family member looks when they are wearing a beautiful piece of baby jewellery. Gold and sterling silver are the most common materials used to adorn chubby baby wrists and come in various styles.

It is up to each parent to decide why they choose to put a bracelet on their baby. It is a way to express their love and dedication to protecting their child from bad fortune.

Baby jewellery is incredibly commonplace in cultures worldwide for multiple reasons. As mentioned, some parents believe bracelets and anklets have spiritual powers, while others use them to honour ethnic identity.

Another way bracelets protect babies is by alerting emergency responders of medical conditions or allergies. These bracelets are simple and focused on legibility.

Some parents give their baby a bracelet right at birth. The child grows, and this bracelet becomes a beloved family heirloom that can be passed down through generations. Using an accessory is a unique, everlasting way to keep memories alive, especially with letter bracelets.

It is with proper precautions! Tender skin, delicate teeth, and unpredictable motor skills can be tricky to accommodate but not impossible to introduce your bundle of joy to the world of jewellery. 

Babies are natural explorers, and one of their favourite ways to discover the world is by tasting everything they can get their hands on. But even high-end pieces can break and turn into a serious choking hazard in the blink of an eye. So, it's best to avoid children’s bracelets with tiny parts that could end up in their mouths, notes, or ears. Safety first, always!

If it's too tight, a baby bracelet will cut circulation to the hand and be very uncomfortable. Too loose, and it can fall off and potentially be swallowed; it’s all about striking that balance. Even when the bracelet is still on their wrist, chewing and sucking it can hurt their teeth, so be mindful of this too!

A baby's immune system is vulnerable. To keep them safe, opt for precious metals when picking out a shiny new bracelet. They look better, last longer, and your baby's health won't suffer. 

Harmful chemicals like nickel and lead are toxic and, in extreme events, lead to long-term health problems. In less serious cases, unsafe chemicals can cause allergic reactions or skin rashes.

Finally, always supervise your baby when they are wearing a bracelet and remove it at night.

Don’t put a bracelet on straight away unless it’s for health reasons, like allergies or medical conditions, and only if your pediatrician says it's okay. Better safe than sorry - do your research and check with professionals. 

The exact timeframe for when you can put a bracelet on a newborn differs depending on who you ask, but generally, it is recommended to wait until they are at least one year of age.

Some put it on as early as three months, but every baby is different. As long as they aren't at risk of hurting themselves, the decision is a personal one to make.

Identity bracelets provided by hospitals are a different circumstance though. Healthcare professionals have procedures to fit bracelets that prioritise safety over aesthetics or symbolism.

Unfortunately, there is no one-size-fits-all for newborn bracelets, but a typical measurement is around 4 to 5 inches. 

Take it slow and carry out these steps before you go bracelet shopping (even if it's tempting).

To ensure you get the best fit, measure their wrist circumference. Remember, babies grow quickly, so re-measure regularly and adjust to keep it comfortably snug.

A professional can alter the piece to fit perfectly, or you can add an extender to make resizing easier and more affordable. A jeweller will cut and solder a solid bangle to resize it. 

Silver brings a lot of benefits to a child's life, and not just for the style points.

From a religious standpoint, silver bracelets are worn as part of ceremonies like christenings or baptisms. They act as a reminder of their faith and as protection against negative energy.

There is also scientific research that states silver bracelets can kill bad bacteria and microorganisms. Their immune system also benefits from wearing silver jewellery and even boosts their brainpower.

Of course, they can!

Children's bracelets are for everyone, regardless of gender. Christening bracelets commemorate the baby's introduction to their faith and can be as feminine, masculine, or gender-neutral as you wish.

In jewellery terms, bracelets and bangles are used interchangeably; however, when examined more closely, you may see a common pattern.

Bracelets typically have charms or pendants hanging from them and are closed with a chain. 

Bangles, on the other hand, are solid pieces that wrap around the wrist with a gap for easy removal, like our Statement Molten Cuff. 

With this in mind, you could say they are traditionally more masculine, so they would perfectly suit any baby boy.

Boys are welcome to join in; this jewellery is for all genders. Generally speaking, the decision for a baby to wear one or not is up to the parents.