I think this discussion is pointing out how "studies" can skew in many
directions, depending on the specific data analyzed. (as we have seen so
often in bf or sids) That is why it can be so important to note what subjects
and their specific dynamics are included.
My experience with circumcision has been via the ritual route, done at 8 days
old. I won't get into the debate of pain, trauma, etc as not appropriate for
this list, except to say that at the many I have wittnessed, including my own
child's, there was minimal crying (usually ocurring when the child is
undressed) and the baby is put to breast as soon as the diaper is in place.
This is also quite a relief for mom whose breasts are usually leaking from
baby's crying! One mohel even did the post-circ check during the side switch!
Since non-ritual circumcision is usually done earlier, bf may be less well
established anyway, and any "events" are looked at as possible culprits.
Just my own observations-
Susan Wittner, RN, BSN, LLLL

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