Should we ban baby ear piercing?

Should baby ear piercing be banned? There seems to be many Brits who think it should. A petition to ban baby piercing in UK has attracted over 30,000 signatures. It is said that it does not serve the babies in any way but only their parents and their vanity. News.com.au has more details about it. Check this article to find out more. http://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/parenting/the-great-baby-piercing-debate/story-fnet08xa-1227395306063