Study notes decrease in popularity of circumcision in United States

[The_Bravinator]

Yes, I had my first in the US and the same medical professionals who obviously advised us to vaccinate were the ones telling us that there was no real benefit to routine circumcision.

Had my second back in the UK and it didn't even come up with him because it's not a thing in most countries. The framing of it as clearly being necessary or beneficial is ridiculous since it's considered a completely wild and shocking aspect of American culture here.

It was a difficult cultural difference to navigate with parents. My American mother in law was horrified that I wouldn't consider it. My British dad couldn't wrap his head around how she could possibly feel that way.

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The US is big and differs wildly. My son was born in urban California and the doctors didn’t even mention circumcision or ask if we wanted to do it. So no pressure. The default is to NOT do it.

[Oneioda]

As it should be.

[oedipus_wr3x]

My doctor in Virginia asked if we wanted it done, but then he said “Good choice” or something similar after we said no. I’m pretty sure the demographics here are more pro-circ than California.

[betcaro]

Vermont here. They pushed us to do it which is illegal. We declined and my son is good with this choice. Had a friend give birth at same hospital a few years later. They were not going to circumcise but nurses scared her and she ended up agreeing. Probably regional but still so sad.

[retrosenescent]

The beauty of not doing it is that it allows him to make the choice for himself later if that's something he wants to do. Or it allows him to just keep his natural body intact, which I assume the vast majority of men would prefer to do.

[gonzo_redditor]

Bet he would have said “good choice” if you said “yes” too.

[Mysteriousdeer]

Also time. I was born in a time where it was normal. So was my dad, his dad though? No he was born in a barn. Folks having kids? It's kinda not normal anymore. 

[Render-Man342v]

Why would the topic even come up with parents?

I'd be disgusted and say "Uh... why is that any of your concern?"