06-01-2004, 09:43 PM
Jemlet, I think I knew that I wanted it done and my families' influence was a big factor. The toughest part was getting to do it (if that makes sense), it is a hard concept for a mum to know that she will be putting her child through pain, even if it is only for a very short period of time and then it is over and done with.
My dad also had horrific stories of mates of his during the Rhodesian bush war who weren't circumcised and the agony that they experienced in very unhygenic conditions - not that my son is ever likely to be in that situation, but I was keen on the hygiene thing.
I am sending you a pm shortly, so that you can see that link to the forum that I mentioned previously (in case you are interested on a few more viewpoints). Give me time to find it..... it may help you if you are making the decision.
My dad also had horrific stories of mates of his during the Rhodesian bush war who weren't circumcised and the agony that they experienced in very unhygenic conditions - not that my son is ever likely to be in that situation, but I was keen on the hygiene thing.
I am sending you a pm shortly, so that you can see that link to the forum that I mentioned previously (in case you are interested on a few more viewpoints). Give me time to find it..... it may help you if you are making the decision.