You are most likely no different from other new parents when it comes to thinking about circumcision- you’d rather not. However, if you do decide to circumcise your newborn, you will need to know how to help facilitate the healing process and be prepared for any special requirements that are involved in caring for a [...]

The topic of circumcision makes many people uneasy- some see it as cruel and barbaric, others see it as a necessary part of childbirth. Regardless, many parents are concerned with the trauma inflicted upon their newborn if they decide to have him circumcised, which is a valid concern. Although the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends [...]

When you are making the decision to circumcise your newborn, the last thing you can imagine is the future sex life he may have in as little as 18 years. However, this is something to take into consideration, as some people feel strongly about the social benefits of the procedure, especially when it comes to [...]

Circumcision has been around for hundreds of years, but the reasons parents decide to have their child circumcised can be for a variety of reasons- cultural, religious, personal preference, as well as health benefits. However, it is the medically relevant issue that inspires so much controversy in regards to circumcision. If you are considering having [...]

Circumcisions are one of the most frequently performed surgeries in the United States, if not the most frequent. Estimates suggest that there are over 3,000 circumcisions done every single day. If you’re a parent, you should be comforted by the fact that complications from circumcisions are quite rare, and those that do develop are almost [...]

Trying to find accurate, or even consistent, statistics for US circumcisions is a difficult task. Since routine circumcision is not mandatory for health reasons among newborns, and the reasons for circumcision vary widely (cosmetic, social, religious, cultural, personal, and medical reasons), obtaining data can be complicated. Most sources claim that approximately 60-70% of all male [...]

Many people know of circumcision but they are grossly misinformed when it comes to the specific details of the procedure. In fact, there are many myths and beliefs that are simply incorrect and perpetrated among various cultural and religious groups. If you are considering circumcising your child, you should educate yourself on the circumcision procedure, [...]