Kim Kardashian Faces Backlash Over 12-Year-Old North West’s Finger Piercing

Kim Kardashian is facing significant backlash regarding her daughter North West’s recent decision to get a finger piercing. The controversy ignited after North, who is just 12 years old, showcased her new dermal piercing on their TikTok account, @kimandnorth.

Details of the Piercing

In a series of photos, North exhibited her middle finger adorned with silver jewelry, including two studs. Other images displayed the piercing process, highlighting a long needle and showcasing a henna tattoo alongside rhinestoned nails.

What is a Dermal Piercing?

A dermal piercing, often referred to as a single-point piercing, involves anchoring jewelry beneath the skin. While visually appealing, these piercings can carry risks, such as infection or rejection by the body. Typically, individuals must be 18 years old to obtain a dermal piercing, unless they have parental consent.

Public Reaction

The decision to allow North to pierce her finger has drawn criticism across social media platforms, particularly Reddit. Users expressed their astonishment over the approval Kim appears to have granted.

• One user commented on the potential risks, listing possibilities such as body rejection, infections, or injury.
• Another user reflected on their own childhood experiences, questioning how a parent could permit such a piercing at a young age.
• Hundreds of users engaged in discussions, raising concerns about North’s well-being and parental choices.

Previous Controversies

This isn’t North’s first encounter with scrutiny. She previously caused a stir when she wore a bold outfit complete with fake tattoos and a nose piercing, an ensemble criticized for being inappropriate for her age. Following this, Kim explained that North participates actively in her posts, noting that her daughter had written a comment about the criticism, calling it a “non-issue.”

Kim Kardashian, 45, shares North along with siblings Saint, Chicago, and Psalm with her ex-husband, Kanye West. As a mother navigating the challenges of public life, Kim continues facing questions regarding her parenting decisions, particularly regarding North’s choices.

The backlash surrounding North’s finger piercing highlights broader societal concerns about age-appropriate decision-making when it comes to body modifications among young people.