So you’re finally ready to cut your little one’s hair? Don’t just settle for the standard toddler trim — go ahead and try out one of these fabulous toddler haircuts! Brittany Rosario, a New York City children’s stylist and haircut expert, suggests going with a faux hawk for a little boy (see below). Working on small kids as clients is difficult at times, she notes, but making kids feel good about their hair is a great reward.
Nothing looks cuter than a short angled bob on a little girl, suggests Texas children’s stylist Bertha Medina of Snip-its in Houston. However, she stresses, you have to make sure that everyone likes the style. When cutting a toddler’s hair, the stylist must “meet the needs of both the parent and the child,” she notes. Let your kid have some say — but that doesn’t mean you have to agree to everything. Just because they want one-inch bangs doesn’t mean it’s gonna happen!
So what style are you going to choose for your little girl or boy? If you’re looking for inspiration, check out these 25 amazing pint-sized, super-cute toddler haircuts:
Toddler Haircuts For Girls
- The Girly Shag
This idea from Skunkboy is perfect for wispy hair (but skip the part where the child has the scissors!).
- The Clean Bob
As shown in The Right Hairstyles, this bob is great for a child with straight hair.
- Layered Curls
As posted by Alpha Mom, here’s one for your little curly top!
- The Pixie
When you want something short and fresh for your little one, try this cute hairstyle from Truddie.
- The Pageboy
For a short cut with lots of style, try this idea from Minted.
- The Afro
Try this cut from Southern Weddings to really let your child’s beautiful, natural curls stand out.
- The Angled Bob
Fun in First features a more layered look.
- The Medium Slant
From Hair Snoop, here’s an edgier take on a long bob.
- Colored Streaks
When your little one wants to assert her creativity, choose something like this from How-To Hair Girl.
- The Curly Cue
Also from How-To Hair Girl, this one helps make curly hair more manageable.
- Long and Wavy — or Straight
From Alison Frank, this style works well for longer hair.
- The Girly Cornrow Mohawk
For a classic look with a lot of flair, here’s one from The Right Hairstyles For You.
- Straight Bangs
Bangs are always in style. This cut featured in Pocketpig Diary adds freshness to any hair length.
Toddler Haircuts For Boys
- The Bowl
This bowl cut from Stylish Eve is great for thicker hair.
- The Buzz Cut
This classic buzz, as posted in Polka Dot Palace, is perfect for active little boys in summer.
- The Faux Hawk
Give your little guy an outstanding look with the faux hawk shown on Henna Blossom.
- The Surfer
From Stylish Eve, the surfer is a hip, laid-back style.
- The Spike
From The Blue Closet, this spiky cut offers easy style with little maintenance.
- The Undercut
Show on The Blue Closet, try a retro and super-cute hairdo.
- The Layered Cut
Give your guy a classic look with the layered cut from Trendvee.
- The Short and Shaggy
For a great layered cut, here’s an idea from Hither and Thither.
- The Clean Cut
You’ll appreciate the short and cropped cut from Happy Money Saver for its simple styling.
- The Hippie
Let it grow! This hairstyle on The Blue Closet leaves boys’ hair long, easy and flowing free.
- The Side Swept
Love Like Johnny and June features a cut that looks clean and manicured.
- Curly Bob
Let your boy’s curly hair grow out a little for this carefree and happy look from DudeMom.
After all is said and done, don’t worry if you pick a haircut that doesn’t work for you or your child. It will always grow out! To get the best haircut, visit a trusted stylist. If you can locate one who works specifically with children, even better. Avoid cutting your child’s hair yourself — unless you happen to also work as a stylist. Many a mom has given a kid a crazy hairdo without meaning to!
Kelly Sundstrom is an award-winning journalist, author, artist and national special needs spokesperson. As the mother of twice-exceptional children, Sundstrom has been a guest speaker on Grassroots TV in Aspen, Colorado, and offers her support and advocacy to special needs families all over the country.
