As a pregnant woman or husband whose wife is expecting, you may have found yourself thinking more about circumcision than you had ever done before. Most likely, you have been inundated with the advice of well-meaning family members and friends about their views on the practice, or even been faced with the teachings of your [...]

If you are considering circumcision for your newborn son, you have no doubt done research on the procedure itself, in addition to asking friends or family their views on the subject. Many parents become concerned and anxious that caring for an uncircumcised penis will be difficult, requiring special care and attention. This is not true, [...]

Choosing to circumcise or not circumcise a child can be very difficult for parents, and it is best to become educated about the procedure and its benefits (as well as drawbacks) as much as possible before making any decision. One of the things that parents will most likely consider is how easy it is to [...]

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 [...]