Kid's Special Haircut
Patient, gentle haircut service for children with experienced barbers
About Kid's Special Haircut
Make haircut day fun and stress-free with our Kid's Special at Manhattan Barbershop NYC. Our patient, experienced barbers understand that children need a different approach—one that combines skill, gentleness, and a positive attitude to create an enjoyable experience. Whether it's your child's first haircut or a regular trim, we work at their pace, using child-friendly techniques and age-appropriate communication to keep them comfortable and engaged. Parents are welcome to stay close for reassurance, and we're happy to work with fidgety, nervous, or energetic kids. We specialize in popular children's styles including classic cuts, trendy fades, simple trims, and everything in between. Our barbers take care to create even, age-appropriate styles that look great and are easy for parents to maintain at home. The service includes consultation with parents, precision cutting, and a small treat for good behavior. We want every child to leave feeling confident, looking sharp, and excited to come back. Building positive barbershop experiences early creates lifelong grooming confidence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Our Kid's Special is designed for children ages 2-12 years old. For toddlers under 2 or teens 13+, we recommend discussing with us when booking—we can accommodate most ages with the appropriate service and pricing. Teen haircuts typically use our standard Men's Haircut service.
Our barbers are experienced with nervous and energetic children! We use patience, distraction techniques, breaks when needed, and gentle encouragement. Parents are welcome to stay close, hold hands, or help keep the child calm. We've successfully cut hair for hundreds of fidgety kids—don't worry, we've got this!
Absolutely! Parents are always welcome to stay as close as needed. Some children do better with a parent holding their hand or sitting nearby, while older kids may prefer independence. We'll follow your child's comfort level and your parenting preferences.
Yes! We can create age-appropriate versions of popular styles including fades, tapers, textured crops, and classic cuts. During consultation, we'll discuss what's realistic for your child's hair type, age, and maintenance requirements, ensuring the style looks great and is easy to manage.
Yes! First haircuts are special, and we treat them that way. Our barbers are gentle, patient, and experienced with first-time haircuts. We'll work slowly, provide lots of positive reinforcement, and make it a memorable, positive experience. Feel free to take photos!
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Walk-ins welcome based on availability
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(212) 367-2009Midtown
(212) 308-0362