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[quote=Anonymous]My three boys are intact. We are not religious and I did not see any compelling reasons to have it done. Basically, my thoughts and considerations were/are:

1. I think it should be the choice of the individual to alter his own genitals when he is old enough to make that decision. I have no right to make this decision for my child (morally).
2. It is extremely painful to the baby, particularly since appropriate anesthesia is rarely used, thus there should be a highly compelling medical reason to do it, and there is no such reason IMO.
3. The foreskin has a function and a purpose -- it is not just "extra" skin. Once I learned more about what the foreskin is and does (while pg with #2) I was so glad I had chosen to opt out with #1.
4. Breastfeeding was very important to me, and circumcision can interfere with nursing. I have heard many anecdotal stories of babies who refused to nurse for a long period after the procedure and subsequent supply problems. Does not happen to everyone, but not a risk worth taking for me.

We have not had any issues with our boys being uncircumcised. You just have to make sure that you and your ped are informed about how to care for an intact penis -- e.g. no one should retract other than the boy himself (and it is normal for it not to completely retract until 10 or beyond in some cases). Good luck making your decision and congratulations on your little boy![/quote]

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