Many parents of young children make the decision early to get their newborn baby’s ears pierced. For some, it’s a cultural decision that links their baby to a legacy of family tradition. For others...

Alecia is a very protective mom, the kind of 5 foot “Mama Bear” that shields her baby, Melissa, from everything. For instance, when she got Melissa’s ears pierced, she checked that the person had g...

Just like delicious junk food, sometimes the jewelry that we love can turn into something that makes us ill and uncomfortable. For people with allergies or sensitivities to nickel, this is a famili...

For most people, jewelry is an accent that can enhance any outfit. A beautiful statement necklace adds drama to a little black dress, a pair of pearl earrings can put the finishing touch on a...

Have you ever seen a child or woman pulling at her ear lobes because they are red, itchy and inflamed? The most common cause is contact dermatitis from nickel in the earrings. The sensitive tissu...