penis talk

[karebear82]

Im not sure anyone will really care to read this, but ive got to get it out somewhere. If you do read it, please dont start a fight with me. I dont really care what your personal choices are because they are just that, personal. This is my personal journal so Im going to write about it here

Comments

[fsk8ing_judge]

You haven't lived until you've been to a Jewish Bris. One of my dearest friends had her son circumcised according to Jewish law, and I nearly vomited. I normally embrace tradition, but this was too much for me. That baby was in pain. Awful pain.

When our son is born, he will not be circumcised. If, as a teenager or adult he chooses to undergo the procedure, that will be his decision. But there is no way I am doing that to my son.

I agree with every word you wrote, and support it.

Edited to add: even if we were of a belief system that included circumcision, it WOULD NOT HAPPEN.

[karebear82]

I cant imagine seeing that done live. Though I do really think that parents who elect to have their child circumcised should have to go see it being done, and try to comfort their baby. I just cant imagine how terrifying it has to be for a brand new baby used to dark, warmth, and being swaddled to be strapped down on a board spread eagle in a blinding light while being put through such pain. It is really really heart breaking.

I was sort of afraid of offending people when I wrote this, but went ahead anyways because I was seriously shocked and horrified when I saw how bad it really was. Reading everyone's comments has made me really happy. Not only does it make me smile to know that the babies will not be put through this, but its also nice to know that Im not the terrible freak parent that a lot of the arguments I received from people led me to believe.

[gravedirt]

I am shocked that people argued with you about this, including medical professionals. I mean, "and why not?" Because you CHOSE not to, that's why. What century are we living in here? :( How awful.

[jenfoldsfive]

A little late to the game, but still felt it was necessary to give you the support you deserve.

He is YOUR kid. Whatever you decide or your reason, he is YOUR child. No one is raising your child or has to deal with the consequences aside from you and Chris.

These people can say "circumcise him!" and then whenever he's old enough to ask "why?" none of those people will be around to explain and take responsibility for his potential anger and confusion. And not one of those people consider the repercussions of what they're saying.

I think by doing research and what you and hubs wanted, you did the right thing and you totally know it.

[zvuv]

I once dated a guy whose penis looked like the circumcision wasn't done properly. there was something that looked like a scar, and the circ was done 21 years prior!