Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this video, I’m breaking down newborn circumcision in a clear, balanced, and evidence-based way so parents can understand the medical facts without pressure or shame. We’ll talk through what circumcision is, the potential benefits and risks, what care looks like if you do or do not circumcise, and why this decision is often about both medicine and family values. My goal is to help you cut through the noise and feel more informed, more grounded, and more confident in making the choice that feels right for your family.
Resources:
wjmh.org/DOIx.php?id=10.5534/wjmh.180006
aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/1999/0401/p1989a.html
cmaj.ca/content/181/8/E134
link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10552-011-9785-9
publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/130/3/585/30235/Circumcision-Policy-Statement?autologincheck=redirected
00:00 Intro
01:18 What is Circumcision?
03:37 Historical Context
04:47 What Are the Medical Benefits?
06:42 What Are the Risks of Circumcision?
07:49 What if You Don’t Circumcise?
09:39 Values, Culture and Family Preferences
10:43 Aftercare
12:05 The Emotional Side
13:24 The Bottom Line
****The information in this video is intended to serve as educational information and is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If a parent or guardian is concerned about their child, it is their responsibility to seek medical attention with the child’s healthcare provider.****
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Keywords: doctor, pediatrician, newborn circumcision, circumcision pros and cons, should I circumcise my baby, circumcision benefits and risks, uncircumcised baby care, circumcision aftercare newborn, pediatrician explains circumcision, newborn circumcision decision
In this video, I’m breaking down newborn circumcision in a clear, balanced, and evidence-based way so parents can understand the medical facts without pressure or shame. We’ll talk through what circumcision is, the potential benefits and risks, what care looks like if you do or do not circumcise, and why this decision is often about both medicine and family values. My goal is to help you cut through the noise and feel more informed, more grounded, and more confident in making the choice that feels right for your family.
Resources:
wjmh.org/DOIx.php?id=10.5534/wjmh.180006
aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/1999/0401/p1989a.html
cmaj.ca/content/181/8/E134
link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10552-011-9785-9
publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/130/3/585/30235/Circumcision-Policy-Statement?autologincheck=redirected
00:00 Intro
01:18 What is Circumcision?
03:37 Historical Context
04:47 What Are the Medical Benefits?
06:42 What Are the Risks of Circumcision?
07:49 What if You Don’t Circumcise?
09:39 Values, Culture and Family Preferences
10:43 Aftercare
12:05 The Emotional Side
13:24 The Bottom Line
****The information in this video is intended to serve as educational information and is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If a parent or guardian is concerned about their child, it is their responsibility to seek medical attention with the child’s healthcare provider.****
Check out all of the PedsDocTalk Courses for more guidance, tips, and support during parenthood. Visit pedsdoctalk.com/courses
Sign up for the PedsDocTalk newsletter to stay updated on the latest news on all things child health and parenting! Here is the link: pedsdoctalk.com/newsletter
SUBSCRIBE to PedsDocTalkTV to stay up to date! youtube.com/@pedsdoctalktv
Listen to The PedsDocTalk Podcast available on all Podcast apps.
Many more resources at pedsdoctalk.com
Shop Dr. Mona's favorite products: shopmy.us/shop/pedsdoctalk?tab=collections (paid link)
FOLLOW ME:
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Keywords: doctor, pediatrician, newborn circumcision, circumcision pros and cons, should I circumcise my baby, circumcision benefits and risks, uncircumcised baby care, circumcision aftercare newborn, pediatrician explains circumcision, newborn circumcision decision
