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CHILD FRIENDLY SESSIONS
Every Child Deserves a hair cut including yours!
Some children find the salon environment overwhelming or stressful, particularly children with additional needs such as autism or Asperger’s. At Hairavanti and Hairavanti Barbers, we believe every child deserves a haircut experience that feels safe, unhurried and free from judgement — from both the stylist and others around them.
Our Child-Friendly Sessions are designed to support each child as an individual. We take the time to understand what they need in order to feel comfortable and relaxed, and we adapt the appointment accordingly so the experience can be as positive as possible.
We offer:
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A dedicated quiet room, away from the main salon floor
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Quieter hairdryers and clippers, chosen to reduce noise and sensory overload
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Extra time and attention, allowing the appointment to move at your child’s pace
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A calm, patient approach from stylists who understand that no two children are the same
Before your appointment, you’ll be sent a short form to complete so we can learn more about your child in advance — their preferences, sensitivities, triggers and anything else you feel is important for us to know. This helps us prepare properly and ensure the appointment is tailored to them.
When booking online or over the phone, please remember to request a Child-Friendly Session. This allows us to schedule the additional time needed and send you the correct information ahead of your visit.
Our aim is simple: to make haircuts feel less daunting, more supportive, and a positive experience for both children and parents.
Please scroll down for further information, or get in touch if you’d like to talk things through before booking.
A bit more detail
We offer child-friendly haircuts across two spaces: our dedicated quiet room and the main salon floor. After chatting with you, we’ll choose the most suitable space for your child. Many children begin in the quiet room and, as confidence builds, naturally graduate to the main salon floor over time — always at their own pace.
These sessions allow extra time and flexibility, with a calm, patient approach throughout. We can use a visual timer to help your child understand how long the appointment will last, and we adapt each step depending on what feels manageable on the day.
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We’ve carefully chosen the quietest hairdryers and clippers available, and where noise is a concern, we can avoid using clippers or dryers altogether. We also use a gentle mist spray bottle, which feels much lighter than a traditional spray and is often better tolerated.
Gowns are used where possible to protect clothing, but if this feels uncomfortable or distracting, we’re happy to work without one. Bringing a clean top for afterwards can help your child feel more comfortable once the haircut is finished.
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We recommend booking appointments at a time when your child is well-rested and not hungry, as this can make a big difference to how they cope with the experience. Bringing a favourite book or tablet can also provide reassurance and positive distraction.
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We also encourage regular visits to the salon, whether for an appointment or simply to pop in and say hello. Becoming familiar with the space and the stylists can really help build confidence over time.
Above all, we believe every child deserves a no-judgement, supportive haircut experience, and we’re here to work patiently towards that — one step at a time.
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