Infant Circumcision Care

Prior to Your Appointment

  • Feed your baby 30 mins before the appointment time.
  • Apply the Emla Cream (numbing cream) to the penis, it’s important to cover the base of the penis, all around. Use a nickel size amount.
  • Pack an extra diaper, wipes and a pacifier (If you are okay with baby using one during procedure, it really helps to soothe baby during circ).

After Care

  • There will be a petroleum-coated gauze on the tip of the penis. This may come off when baby pees. That is okay. You can leave it on until if falls off by itself.
  • When it falls off, apply a nice moisturizing cream such as Quench Cream. Quench Cream is a natural based cream with whipped shea butter, coconut oil and essential oils. It tends to coat the penis better than Vaseline and help the healing process. Use it with every diaper change and it can later be used as a diaper rash cream. You can purchase cream from Ocean Rock Wellness.
  • We recommend changing diapers every 3 hours. You will notice that during the first 24 hours, the diapers will have blood in them. By Day 2 the bleeding should be stopped. If the bleeding is still evident after 24 hours we recommend calling Dr. Peets Talbot’s office, Ocean Rock Wellness 441-295-5100.
  • As the penis heals a yellow/white scab will form on the head of the penis. This is a natural part of healing and there is no need to worry. In a week all the scabs will be gone.
  • There is a slight chance that within the first 24 hours after the circumcision the penis may start to bleed again. If this happens stay calm and apply a light amount of pressure to the head of the penis with a clean cloth or napkin. Hold pressure for 5 mins. Use a watch to help you keep track of the time. The bleeding should subside, and you can reapply moisturizer and place diaper back on baby. If the bleeding does not stop after 5 mins of pressure, continue to hold pressure and proceed to the Emergency Room.

You will have an opportunity to ask Dr. Peets Talbot any questions prior to the procedure. After the procedure, she can be reached at 441-295-5100 during office hours or by email at drpt@oceanrockwellness.com if you have any concerns.

Appointments

We do not overbook appointments. The time of your appointment is reserved for you. However, because of the very nature of Obstetrics and Gynecology, emergencies, deliveries or surgery may cause us to run late. We appreciate your patience in these matters. Rest assured that you will never be rushed through an appointment because we are running behind.

Our Location
  • Ralmar
    15 Point Finger Road
    Paget DV04 BERMUDA
  • Phone: (441) 232-4828
  • Fax: (441) 232-0899
  • Email: info@cobgyn.bm
Office Hours
  • Office is closed from 1:00 - 2:15 daily
  • SUNDAY - CLOSED
  • MONDAY - 8:30 - 4:00
  • TUESDAY - 8:30 - 4:00
  • WEDNESDAY - 8:30 - 4:00
  • THURSDAY - 8:30 - 4:00
  • FRIDAY - 8:30 - 4:00
  • SATURDAY - CLOSED