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[quote=Anonymous]I remember reading these threads late in pregnancy with my son. I simply couldn’t decide and the nasty comments and warnings on both sides didn’t help.

I knew I didn’t *want* to circumcise but was terrified of stigma and my son resenting me. I was uniquely upset about it since I have experienced shame around a gynecological issue and the last thing I want is my child being teased. I ended up not circumcising. At about six months I again read these threads and worried I’d made a huge mistake, even researching surgery on older infants.

I broke down in the pediatrician’s office. He has never shared a personal anecdote in the years I’ve known him (I have an older daughter) and he shared that he didn’t circumcise his sons. He is all American, straight laced, country club, etc…I was surprised and so grateful he shared. He said he had never seen a patient regret it or have an issue (he treats adolescents in his practice) and that these days a son could be equally upset that a parent did do it than if they didn’t.

After months of worrying, this conversation finally put my mind at ease that my choice was reasonable and more common than I thought. It was just one person’s opinion (and I wish I had confidence without it!) but it gave me closure. [/quote]

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