[#4o](https://chatgpt.com/share/67f1516b-03a8-8003-80fd-a38a75242958) #ai/goodUse #### Why we’re doing this - Charlie said, “I want to get my ears pierced because it’s new and it makes me look more fancier.” - That’s a great reason — and we’re excited for her! But this is also a chance to show she’s ready for responsibility. If it goes well, she’ll keep them. If not, we’ll wait and try again when she’s older. #### The Healing Process (6–8 weeks) - 'Showers only' — no baths or swimming - 'Clean hands first', every time before touching ears - 'Clean ears twice a day' — morning and night - Use a 'checklist' to track cleaning - 'Gently twist the earrings' each time - 'No playing with them' during the day #### If It’s Not Done Right - If Charlie 'forgets to clean her ears 2 days in a row', we’ll take the earrings out - Her ears will 'close up - We won’t try again until 'after her 10th birthday #### This Is Charlie’s Job Charlie is in charge of her ear care. Mom and Dad will not remind her. If she forgets, that just means she wasn’t ready yet — and that’s totally okay. #### The Piercing Experience - It feels like a quick pinch — over in a second - Ears might feel sore for 1–3 days after - Charlie can hold someone’s hand and take deep breaths - will take a lollipop - No numbing is usually used — it’s very fast - appt in mid april cost $100, Charlie will pay $20 Let me know if you want this printable or styled for Charlie to sign!