Way too young in my opinion. Let babies be babies. Not to mention possible health risks, remember that infants suck their thumbs...

our youngest at 2, he decided to do it himself when his sister left it lying around lol took us ages to get it off

i feel that until your child is old enough to ask for nail polish she is not old enough to wear it. same with earrings.

This is not a doll. This is a baby. Fingernail polish can get eaten by baby and get in their delicate little systems. Enjoy the baby's beauty not what Vogue magazine is advertising this month for you to think.

babies put their hands into their mouths i don't think i would. +5

way too young. babies put their fingers in their mouths. so if her nails are wet with paint shes gonna get sick.

Not only is she a baby, but also very sensitive. I do not think you should paint her nails, can you force her to keep her hands still until its dry? Baby nails are very soft and I do not think anything that is in nail polish is healthy for a baby. You do not want to poison her I assume.

Im not sure about finger nails, cause some kids have a habbet of putting fingers in there mouth. But thats just my opinon. Toe nails yes, my aunt paints her 2 month olds nails all the time =)

Some of the ingredients in fingernail polish are: •ethyl acetate •butyl acetate •nitrocellulose •isopropyl alcohol •polyester resin •dibutyl phthalate •styrene/acrylates copolymer •stearalkonium hectorite •stearalkonium bentonite •benzophenone-1 •calcium pantothenate A baby's nails are soft and would undoubtedly absorb all the chemicals.

if she sucks her fingers or thumb then u shouldnt paint them cuz then the nail polish may rub in there mouth and taste funny....u can probally paint there toenails if they even have them

Why would you want to paint a young babys finger nails in the first place.Better to leave it until the little girl is five or six.

Why would you do that?

Contrary to others opinions.. I painted my daughters toenails, though I stuck to light colors. It was adorable. I didn't start painting her fingernails until she stopped putting her fingers in her mouth, at about 3 and a half, because babies will chew off the fingernail polish, and, even though it was dry, I didn't want her ingesting it. My younger daughter is now 2 and a half, and is starting to get interest in such things. I would say do the fingernails when they start getting interest in it: by that time, they are generally old enough to understand not to chew on the polish. Toenails, to me, are up to the parents. Now, at 4 and 2.5, my daughters both think it's too cool to have their toenails painted. As a baby though, I'd refrain from the fingers.

Never. I *hate* painted toenails. Want to put me off? Paint your toenails. And fingernails nearly as bad - if it is noticeable, I am off. Painted nails are, to me SLUTTY. Painted nails on children is, to me, paedophile stuff. I don't go there.

Way too young. Babies put their hands (and sometimmes their toes, let's be honest here) in their mouths, and ingesting nail polish is definitely not a good thing. Also, are you going to keep her hands completely steady while applying and waiting for the polish to dry? I say, not a good plan. Honestly, I think that kids should wait until they're really old enough to understand the nature of beauty and cosmetics before they even put any on. That all depends on the child and their maturity level.

good question, its one that i could have asked myself had i thought of it. my daughter is almost 2. and of course when i paint my toenails, she wants me to paint hers too. i dont have a problem with it. most times i do paint hers, but my husband really hates it. he says that she is way too young to have her nails painted. and we usually end up in an argument over the whole thing. im anxious to see everyone's opinion on this subject. :)

please don't breed anymore

This is what I found out on it: http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art48081.asp Toxins in nail polish Hello everyone, the next time you go for a manicure or paint your own nails, consider the toxic fumes that you are breathing in. Be sure and visit a salon that is well ventilated, one that pumps fresh air into the room as well as exhausting the toxic fumes out. When you manicure your own nails be sure to do so in an area where fresh air is entering at a constant rate. Also, keep in mind these important facts that I would like to share with you. The chemicals formaldahyde, toluene and dibutyl phthalate are used in most nail polishes. Since the nails are an extension of the skin, the chemicals are absorbed into your body and can make you feel sick. Long term exposure to these toxins can cause cancer and other serious illness. Toxic chemicals in cosmetics are especially dangerous for pregnant women, as the chemicals can enter the bloodstream of the mother and harm the development of the fetus. Toluene is a human reproductive toxin. Formaldehyde is a carcinogen that has been shown to cause cancer in lab animals. Dibutyl Phthalate is a chemical used in making plastics. It is known to cause infertility, as well as uterine problems in women and testicular cancer in men. Dibutyl Phthalate is one of the most toxic chemicals to the human body, and most cosmetic companies are discontinuing it’s use, but it is a slow process. Pregnant women should be especially careful to avoid the use of dibutyl phthalate because it has been shown to harm a developing male fetus. http://www.carefair.com/Beauty/Nails/Toxic_Nail_Polish_846.html It is reported that almost all brands of commercial nail polish contain toluene and formaldehyde. Many still contain Dibutyl Phthalate, although the European Union banned all pthalates from all of their cosmetics. Here are a few facts about these common toxic nail polish ingredients: Toluene Toluene is a human reproductive and developmental toxin. It may affect the nervous system with symptoms like tiredness, confusion, weakness, drunken-type actions, and memory loss. It is thought to cause liver damage and skin irritation. In high levels it may affect the kidneys. Toluene has been linked to birth defects in laboratory animals. Formaldehyde Formaldehyde is a carcinogen and a common indoor air pollutant because its resins are used in many construction materials. Formaldehyde has caused cancer in the nose and throats of lab animals. Inhaling the fumes can result in watery eyes, headache, burning in the throat, and labored breathing. Dibutyl Phthalate Phthalates are used to soften plastic, and are known to affect hormone function. Studies have linked phthalates to early puberty in girls and low sperm counts in men. Environmental groups claim phthalate exposure may contribute to the rising number of uterine problems in women and testicular cancer in men. It could also be one of the contributing factors to a rise in infertility in both sexes. Repeated and heavy exposure to dibutyl phthalate may cause nausea and/or vomiting, tearing of the eyes, dizziness, and headache. Long-term exposures may cause damage to kidneys and the liver. Pregnant women must consider that dibutyl phthalate may harm the developing fetus and the male testes. If you have to choose a nail polish, try choosing a variety that contains the least amount of harmful toxins as possible. Always apply polish in a well ventilated area. For the least risk, consider an alternative to the standard manicure with nail polish. First f ile, wash, and soak your nails. Then soften, clean, and shape the cuticles. Try soaking your nails in organic apple cider vinegar or simple warm water, and apply almond oil to the cuticle area. Buff with several fine grade buffing files (always in one direction, and only on dry nails) and admire your shiny, natural manicure. Moisturize your hands, and think about all of the toxins you just avoided. Beauty does not have to be dangerous. http://hubpages.com/hub/Earth-Friendly-Nail-PolishToxin--free-Beauty