Circumcision Aftercare Advice
Caring for your child after circumcision — expert guidance for a smooth recovery.
🩺 Expert Support for Post-Procedure Healing
At The Circumcision Doctor, we believe great care extends beyond the procedure itself. That’s why we are committed to delivering high-quality aftercare advice to help your child heal quickly, comfortably, and safely. While circumcision is a minor surgical procedure, proper aftercare significantly reduces the risk of complications and supports healthy recovery.
⏱ Time at the Clinic
Most families will spend around 90 minutes at the clinic on the day of the procedure. This includes time for:
This ensures your child is recovering well before you return home.
⚠️ Monitoring at Home
Once home, parents or caregivers should continue to monitor the healing area closely. Some light spotting or a small amount of blood on the nappy is normal. However, if you notice:
Please contact our aftercare support team immediately. We are available 24/7 and may ask you to return to the clinic so a doctor can assess and support your child’s recovery giving you extra peace of mind.
🧼 Hygiene & Bathing Advice
Cleanliness is key to preventing infection and ensuring a smooth recovery:
Apply a light layer of petroleum jelly (like Vaseline) to the front of your baby’s nappy or place a piece of gauze to prevent sticking. You may also leave the nappy off briefly during the day to promote airflow and healing.
🔁 Ongoing Wound Care
You’ll need to keep an eye on the wound for up to 14 days, with the following normal signs:
Apply a light layer of petroleum jelly (like Vaseline) to the front of your baby’s nappy or place a piece of gauze to prevent sticking. You may also leave the nappy off briefly during the day to promote airflow and healing.
🦠 Signs of Infection
Infections are rare but should be treated promptly. Contact us if:
Antibiotics may be prescribed if needed after evaluation by our doctors.
🍼 Feeding Aftercare
Since we use local anaesthetic, your baby can resume normal feeding right after the procedure. Some babies may feed less than usual for a day or two due to mild discomfort, but this typically settles quickly. We would recommend you bring some extra milk with you to give to your child after the procedure to comfort them.
💊 Pain Relief
The anaesthetic used during the procedure provides pain relief for several hours. If needed, you can give your child infant paracetamol (as advised by your doctor) to ease discomfort.
Remember:
📞 We’re Always Here to Help
If you have any concerns about healing, behaviour, or appearance of the wound, please don’t hesitate to contact our aftercare line. Our team is here to support you every step of the way.