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Neonatal circumcision: when is the decision made?

G O Bean, C Egelhoff

    The Journal of Family Practice
    |June 1, 1984
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    Most mothers decide on neonatal circumcision before pregnancy, with husbands being the primary influence. Few decisions are made post-delivery, and information seeking is common.

    Area of Science:

    • Sociology
    • Public Health
    • Pediatrics

    Background:

    • Neonatal circumcision is a common procedure with varying cultural and medical perspectives.
    • Understanding parental decision-making processes is crucial for informed consent and public health initiatives.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the timing and influencing factors behind new mothers' decisions regarding neonatal circumcision.
    • To identify key information sources and influential individuals in the neonatal circumcision decision-making process.

    Main Methods:

    • A self-administered questionnaire was used to collect data from 277 new mothers.
    • The questionnaire assessed the timing of the decision, influences, and information-seeking behaviors related to neonatal circumcision.

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    Main Results:

    • A significant majority (78%) favored neonatal circumcision pre-conception, with 56% deciding before pregnancy.
    • Husbands were the most influential figures in the decision, particularly for white mothers.
    • Most mothers (61%) sought additional information before deciding, with only 7% deciding after delivery.

    Conclusions:

    • The decision for neonatal circumcision is typically made early in the pregnancy or even before conception.
    • Maternal and paternal influences, alongside information-seeking, play key roles in this decision.
    • Future interventions should consider the timing of decisions and the role of partners.