circumcision??! Helppppp

[Denisse28]

What do you ladies think abt circumcision? Im having a baby boy and.im due in 10 days and still question myself w this topic... i dont want to put my bby in pain. i saw a video in utube and tears just fell. help... what do u ladies think?

[Flickan]

It's easier for him to keep clean. It's also a more common practice at least in the US. The good thing is if you choose to do it, he wouldn't remember. Interesting side note, my hubbys grandma told us the other night at dinner that hubbys grandpa(now 93) didn't get circumcised until he was 80.

[hjkj2013]

I did it and felt bad about the pain thing but guess what...my son is a happy 2 yr old now and has no memory of it. Its more traumatic to mama long-term. I'm now glad I had it done for cleaning issues plus there are studies that show there are decreased risk of urinary tract infections, sexually transmitted diseases, penile cancer, and possibly even prostate cancer for men who are circumcised. Ultimately its up to you and your preferences. Do what feels right to you.

[Denisse28]

Ughhh still questioning myself. its hard! I know my nephew got circum. but this is different this is MY bby. a lil piece of me. and i dont wanna put him thru any pain. okay so i have the pros for a circum what abt the cons???

[KDQ]

My aunt did not have my little cousin curcumcised (I am 16 years older then him so it's not weird that I know this lol) He has had nothing but issues. He constantly has a UTI and is sore. It is always red and swollen. It is partly his fault because he is 7 and holds his pee all day. It is at the point where his doctor has said if he gets one more infection he needs to be circumsised. It is horrible because he doesn't understand and if they had of just had it done when he was a baby it wouldn't be a problem now. Also my hubby was a premie so his parents did not want to have him circumsised. He had issues when he was younger with infections and what not. I want to have my son done if it is a boy but hubby disagrees because he says he can teach him to keep it clean. My arguement is that my hubbys dad tried to teach him and he still got infected. It all comes down to personal prefrence. No one will judge you either way. I am clearly pro circumsision but it is every moms decison to make.

[juniorsmommyx3]

Just had my son on Monday and had his done. When they brought him back after they procedure he was perfectly calm and asleep. He only fussed a little when getting his diaper changed because I had to change the gauze on it. But after the first or second day he didn't even fuss. Now it doesn't bother him at all!

[yum13]

I think u should go for circum its good for baby 's health ...n he will forget it in 2 days n if u dnt do it may b he will face prb in future

[monstermommy21]

I am 36 weeks with my third boy in three years. I had my first two circumcised because in the long run I felt they would rather have a few days of unremembered pain under their belt, than a lifetime of infections and risks. My dad is uncircumcised. And oddly enough he is the one who recommended I do it. Explaining to me how at this point in his life its one thing, but all the problems it caused in his younger years made it clear why it was such a common practice, stating he oft times wished his mother had had him cut. They do it differently in different places. My doctor used a ring that did it slowly. Both my sons fell off in a timely fashion with no problems and no fussiness after the first day. Needless to say baby boy number three will be getting circumcised. Talk to your childs future pediatrician. He can give you all the information you need to make a decision on what you feel will be best for your boy.

[Cborrego]

I circumcised my son (now 14) & never had a problem. Now I'm having another son (due any day now) and I plan to have it done on him to. Just think it's better & cleaner for boys but it's your choice.

[CTMom37]

Here's the other side....my son is 14 and was not butchered at birth.  Yes, I said it.  He has never had an issue with keeping himself clean, or anything else.  That being said, there are some doctors that will use anesthesia (much more humane), so if it's important that you have it done...find a pediatrition that does that.  There is no excuse good enough for me, as a mother, cutting a child without anesthesia, including but not limited to "they won't remember it anyway".  A lot of women who are raped, block it from their memory as a truama, so does that mean rape is ok?  Not a chance.  There is no medical reason to circumcise other than it is commonly done and no one questions it.  Good for you for asking the questions.  I think if more new mothers were forced to be in the room during and witness the procedure and did a smidgen of research, they wouldn't do it.  JMHO.  Good luck with whatever you decide.

[queenspade]

I had my son on the 11th & he was just circumcised yesterday.  His pediatrician told me that it had been viewed as a cosmetic procedure until about 6 months ago.  Now, the board of Pediatrics have decided it has definite 'pros'.  He told me they've decided that it lowers the chance of contracting HIV & other STD's.  I haven't had a chance to look this info up but this was my 3rd son & they've all been circumcised.  He was a little fussy during the afternoon but was fine by evening.  His dr used an injection of lidocaine & he didn't cry at all during the procedure.  

[cher01]

Had my son on the 9th n had him circumcised under local anesthetic. My hurt bled when i saw him but he was calm n asleep. After 3 days he was ok. Better now than later when it immobilises kids.

[angelab2012]

I have 2 sons of had them BOTH done...  ITS alot cleaner healthier. ALOT more risks for infections thru his life alot if issues and keeping it clean etc.  I'm glad I did it felt badly about the pain also of course but thank god he's little will never remember it.  I. Feel the best is getting. It done. It's a personal preference also.  Good luck :)

[babywhalen2]

On the other side of the spectrum...my son is not circumsized. I left the decision up to my husband...but as long as proper hygiene is taught infection should not be an issur. My Dr. told me that curcumcision is about 50% these days, so theres just as many kids who are not...its no longer an "odd man out" issue...My Dr. also said that as long as proper hygiene is taught there is no greater risk for std than someone who is circumsized. It all comes down to being diligent about teaching your child to take proper care of his body. It really is mot difficult to take care of at all. Personally, I felt there were no extra risks to remain the way he was born. I think it all comes down to personal preference. I will say the older the generation, the more you find a preference to circumsize...I took that into consideration as well with my son...he is a part of a newer generation...Ultimately do what is right for you. We all have our opinions, and im not out to argue with anyone. Do whats right for you and YOUR baby.