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Originally Posted by Makarov
So my first son is due at the end of October. My wife and I are really struggling with the circumcision decision. Neither of us is religious but, if we're honest, I think we would both admit to a familiarity/aesthetic preference for circumcision. This thread has not helped mystruggle much. I intend to raise it with our OBGYN for his inpit. Has anyone ever received advice from their doctor on this issue?
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FYI, if you attend the hospital prep classes, some of them spend time on this issue. At least they did for us (here in Toronto).
Also, your family doctor may also be a valuable resource for information
Finally, the Canadian Paediatric Society has updated/reaffirmed their position very recently (Feb 2018), and have great resources on both circumcised and non-circumcised care. It's a good place for unbiased opinion:
https://www.cps.ca/en/documents/position/circumcision
https://www.caringforkids.cps.ca/handouts/circumcision
As noted in this thread, there are polarizing opinions on both sides but at the end of the day, you'll make the decision on what you think is best for your child and family
Only thing I would recommend is if you get the procedure done for your kid, that it's by a health care provider, and that they use local anesthetic.
Best of luck with you decision
LChoy