Midwifery, Pregnancy & Birth :: Circumcision
"Infant male circumcision is the most commonly performed
surgery in the U.S. -- about 3,000 every day. Nearly sixty percent of
all male newborns are routinely circumcised. The practice is thousands
of years old, rationalized by religion, medical theory, and sexual
repression. It has seemed like a good thing to do, a 'simple' way to
help your baby."
From Circumcision Exposed: Rethinking a Medical & Cultural Tradition by Billy Ray Boyd
Many new parents aren't aware of the harsh reality of
this procedure and the effect it has on their precious newborn son. To
get a clear understanding of what circumcision is all about, why it
happens, and why it matters, we highly recommend reading Billy Ray
Boyd's book, "Circumcision Exposed."
NOCIRC has produced a new 20-minute video narrated by Dr. Dean Edell. To view this movie, click here.
The Midwife & Doula Services Stance on Circumcision
Midwife and Doula Services is no longer
involved in making arrangements for the circumcision of newborns. We
strongly believe that there is no medical indication for this procedure
and cannot support the practice.