Apparently this word and the prepuce organ it describes have become a taboo in our nation.
In lue of the recent statements released by the AAP on mostly pro-cutting, there has been a lot of uproar from many people across the world. So, I thought I would just throw in some fun facts about the prepuce organ for everyone to read! (Warning it gets a wee bit graphic in this post so if you do not want to read about intimate body parts please feel free to close this post!).
The AAP's official statement can be found here: http://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/early/2012/08/22/peds.2012-1989
Okay if you are lost right now I will do a quick fill in. The AAP (American Academy of Pediatrics) released a statement on 8/27/12 states its views for parents to cut off the foreskin of their baby boy's penis are that "The benefits outweigh the risks". Circumcising is a very touchy subject and has been for the past few years. Many (yes as well as myself) believe that this is a step too far in modifying our children that were born whole and healthy. Why cut off a healthy, vital, and very sensitive piece of our son's bodies we ask?
Where to start on this controversial subject? I would first like say that I am not here to bash on anyone that has circumcised themselves, or their sons. I truly stand by the fact that, that is your child and no one can tell you what to do with him.
By this same saying I would like to urge all and anyone considering circumcision to not do so without doing all of your research. REAL research. Understand what purpose the foreskin has, understand the process of amputation, the very real risks, and overall understand the enormity of the decision you are making on the behalf of a minor.
Or better yet, let him decide for himself when he can fully understand his choices.
So now that we have that all cleared up lets talk about how AWESOME foreskin can be for everyone!
Did you know?
- that the foreskin contains far more fine touch nerve receptors than the exterior parts of the female clitoris (over 20,000 verses about 8,000).
- that the foreskin is a double layered skin system and is approximately 12-15 square inches in an adult.
- that the end of the penis is supposed to be mucosal tissue like the inside of the cheek or the inside of the eyelid.
- that the foreskin slides and has a gliding action during intercourse, all the while providing exquisite sensations for the man that shape his orgasmic response.
- that this gliding action maintains a woman’s vaginal lubrication and does not dry her vagina out, making for a more comfortable experience for both partners and eliminating the need for artificial lubricants.
- that having the foreskin increases the girth of the penis and that it allows a man to have enough skin to accommodate his whole penis – intact men are larger.
In reality the foreskin on a penis is a very vital piece of the male anatomy. It keeps those sensitive glands hidden underneath safe, moist, warm and protected. Foreskin is not a dirty area if taken care of properly (by that I mean bathing on a regular basis). That skin is actually kept cleaner than most body parts just by urinating. And when being protected by that handy foreskin the glands beneath produce a antibacterial and antiviral protein called lysozyme. In return the plasma cells in the foreskin’s mucosal lining secrete immunoglobulin’s, antibodies that defend against infection! So I suppose now the real question is: Why are we still slicing these off our newborns?
Intrigued? I knew I was! If you are looking for more information about foreskin, its purpose, and/or the AAP statement's wishywashyness I would point you in the direction of the peaceful parenting website! http://www.drmomma.org/ They also provide a overwhelming amount of attachment parenting facts and advise.
Refrence:
http://www.drmomma.org/2012/08/aap-circumcision-policy-statement.html
Dan<3
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