I know there are no benefits to doing it so it would just be for aesthetic reasons. We're leaning towards not! What do u gals think? Are u, why or why not?
We are for religious reasons (Jewish). However, I'm also a volunteer at a hospice organization, and after seeing the ordeal/confusion/embarrassment of the older gentlemen needing their penis's cleaned, I knew I never wanted to subject any future sons to that. It was very sad to see the confusion and embarrassment as the men got cleaned. You will find studies that go both ways. Educate yourself and come to your own conclusion. Bc at the end of the day it's yours an YH's call.
Some people will create drama over anything. They just don't know how to say something nice or say nothing at all. Guess they were raised to be rude, I dont worry about people like that. I've done tons of research, but personal opinions are helpful. Thanks ladies.
Well there's some benefit to a circumcision, there's a slightly higher risk of HIV and a slightly higher risk or uti, however it's very slight for uncircumcised penises.
we had DS circumcised. ..actually everything happened so fast i don't remember saying yes circumcise him. He went to the NICU and came back the next day around noon tired and circumcised. Ex wanted it done though and I'm pretty sure if this LO was a boy FI would want it done too.
It's really a personal choice. If you feel comfortable with having it done then go ahead and do it if you feel more comfortable for him to not be then don't do it.
I care cuz my son will be growing up in this generation & I care about how he'll feel as he gets older. & yes it is rude to post when u just have a rude comment & no helpful advice. Why should anything be "hot button" if a mom has a question she should feel free to ask.
Dear OP, First off, repeat after me- "No one is attacking me. I just brought up a controversial issue that people will disagree on."
And secondly, I agree with PPs. It's not about being rude. People will disagree on this subject. But other peoples opinions about your son's genitals really shouldn't influence you. It's YOUR decision. No right or wrong answer here.
ETA: we will be circumsizing our son. My husband and I agreed to this mutually.
I care cuz my son will be growing up in this generation & I care about how he'll feel as he gets older. & yes it is rude to post when u just have a rude comment & no helpful advice. Why should anything be "hot button" if a mom has a question she should feel free to ask.
OK.... clearly you're new here. I'll humour you first.
We did it, because diabetes runs in our family and there can be complications associated with that when a male is un-circed. There are studies for and against it, do what you want.
Now, for an education. You have like, 10 posts. So you're new here. Lurk first and get to know a board for like 30 seconds, and you'll learn this is a huge hot button topic. You didn't ask for advice, you said your mind was made up and just wanted opinions, so your question alone is begging for drama. Ironic since you chastise others for starting it. You jump in here, brand spanking new, ignore the search bar, and ask a really loaded question.
If you can't take the heat, get out of the damned kitchen.
I care cuz my son will be growing up in this generation & I care about how he'll feel as he gets older. & yes it is rude to post when u just have a rude comment & no helpful advice. Why should anything be "hot button" if a mom has a question she should feel free to ask.
Oh dear.
If you think any of these responses were rude, then maybe a thicker skin is in order.
People telling you how it is isn't rude...it's life.
My boys are circumcized, I left it up to their daddy in the end because I was pretty much taking a shot in the dark since I don't have a penis. Also, whoa there they weren't rude at all. Maybe you should lurk more? Edit: mobile bumping is hard
Soon to be mommy of 3! DS Grayson (3yrs) (Emergency Csec) DS Camden (1yr) (All natural Vbac) DD Isabella due 8/2/2014
Maybe it was removed, there were a few that weren't helpful & yet some more keep coming. again thanks to the helpful posters. People r exposed to others so although I'm not going to base my decisions soley on other's opinions it is good to get opinions. yes my son may care a bit what others have to say, just like every other teenager in the world.
Maybe it was removed, there were a few that weren't helpful & yet some more keep coming. again thanks to the helpful posters. People r exposed to others so although I'm not going to base my decisions soley on other's opinions it is good to get opinions. yes my son may care a bit what others have to say, just like every other teenager in the world.
She returned! And also, about 59% (roughly) of your response didn't make one damn lick of sense to me.
Form coherent sentences so that we can respond appropriately.
Maybe it was removed, there were a few that weren't helpful & yet some more keep coming. again thanks to the helpful posters. People r exposed to others so although I'm not going to base my decisions soley on other's opinions it is good to get opinions. yes my son may care a bit what others have to say, just like every other teenager in the world.
Yes, rude people I know the difference between u & you. When you're texting on a phone normally u don't write out every word you shorten them. Yes, I have other things to do & don't post much, just have questions & searches aren't always current. I thought as a group of mothers & mothers to be, people could be helpful, but guess people have nothing better to do than post stupid responses that have nothing to do with the question.
Yes, rude people I know the difference between u & you. When you're texting on a phone normally u don't write out every word you shorten them. Yes, I have other things to do & don't post much, just have questions & searches aren't always current. I thought as a group of mothers & mothers to be, people could be helpful, but guess people have nothing better to do than post stupid responses that have nothing to do with the question.
^stupid response that has nothing to do with the question.
Actually I have a masters degree, just because someone shortens words on the Internet doesn't mean they aren't educated. Ignorant & judgmental, I guess!
Yes, rude people I know the difference between u & you. When you're texting on a phone normally u don't write out every word you shorten them. Yes, I have other things to do & don't post much, just have questions & searches aren't always current. I thought as a group of mothers & mothers to be, people could be helpful, but guess people have nothing better to do than post stupid responses that have nothing to do with the question.
I am on a phone and still manage to type out actual words.
Actually I have a masters degree, just because someone shortens words on the Internet doesn't mean they aren't educated. Ignorant & judgmental, I guess!
Again.... had you gotten to know the board AT ALL you would know that drives everyone here BSC...
Actually I have a masters degree, just because someone shortens words on the Internet doesn't mean they aren't educated. Ignorant & judgmental, I guess!
Congrats, you have a masters, and still chose to portray yourself as uneducated!
I am a vocationally educated, community-college manual laborer, but I take the time to portray myself in an educated, positive light.
Re: Curcumcision do or don't?!
we had DS circumcised. ..actually everything happened so fast i don't remember saying yes circumcise him. He went to the NICU and came back the next day around noon tired and circumcised. Ex wanted it done though and I'm pretty sure if this LO was a boy FI would want it done too.
It's really a personal choice. If you feel comfortable with having it done then go ahead and do it if you feel more comfortable for him to not be then don't do it.
First off, repeat after me-
"No one is attacking me. I just brought up a controversial issue that people will disagree on."
And secondly, I agree with PPs. It's not about being rude. People will disagree on this subject. But other peoples opinions about your son's genitals really shouldn't influence you. It's YOUR decision. No right or wrong answer here.
ETA: we will be circumsizing our son. My husband and I agreed to this mutually.
Baby Girl born 7/9/2014 at 34.5wks
If you think any of these responses were rude, then maybe a thicker skin is in order.
People telling you how it is isn't rude...it's life.
Maybe just get used to it?
Edit: mobile bumping is hard
DS Grayson (3yrs) (Emergency Csec)
DD Isabella due 8/2/2014
Baby Girl born 7/9/2014 at 34.5wks
Lol, WAY better unedited!
Agreed!
Agreed!
I knew I wasn't fast enough with that correction.
DS Grayson (3yrs) (Emergency Csec)
DD Isabella due 8/2/2014
August 2014 January Siggy Challenge
Form coherent sentences so that we can respond appropriately.
Baby Girl born 7/9/2014 at 34.5wks
Baby Girl born 7/9/2014 at 34.5wks
Baby Girl born 7/9/2014 at 34.5wks
Baby Girl born 7/9/2014 at 34.5wks
You know, when I'm on a phone, it spells the word for me. Also Siri is awesome and I can just speak it to her if I am being that lazy.