A Guide for Parents - Take care of a baby boys genitals

Doing this sometimes can cause parents to scratch their heads and ask "how do I do this?"

Taking care of a baby's genitals is just one of many things that need care. What should you expect at birth? How do you take care of your baby's genitals and when you should consult a doctor are just some of the questions parents may find themselves stumbling over.

This article will provide you with information and tips related to taking care of the genital area of ​​your baby boy. Remember that this is a guide only. You should consult with your pediatrician about health issues related to your baby.

 

When a boy is born, his genitals may be slightly swollen, which is also normal.

What to expect at birth

Don't be too surprised if you find your newborn baby's genitals appear swollen at birth - this is normal.

This swelling and expansion occurs due to a combination of factors including hormone exposure and the collision of the genitals during childbirth.

You may also notice that the boy's scrotum looks quite large. This should go away within the first six months.

A newborn baby's testicles can also be difficult to identify when the scrotum is swollen. Medical experts explain that this is because "the muscles that attach to the testicles pull them into the groin tense when the genital area is touched or exposed to a cool environment."

Your son will also get an erection. This is again normal and usually happens just before they urinate.

 

During the early months of a baby, it is enough to gently wash your baby's penis with soap and a gentle wash.

Keep the baby boy's genitals clean

Not circumcision

Whether you choose to be circumcised or not, it is very important to learn how to keep your baby's genitals clean to prevent infections and other problems.

During the first few months, just clean it with water when bathing or changing diapers. Gently pat dry (without rubbing) with a soft cloth, and then put on a diaper.

There is no need to clean the baby's genitals with soap or other substances.

Don't try to pull out the scalp of your penis, which is the skin that covers the tip of your penis. Instead, gently stretch and rinse with water, you may see the grainy whiteness of dead skin cells combined with body oils.

The foreskin plays an important role, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. It protects nerve fibers, or the tip of the penis, which is especially important during the early years of a newborn's life when the penis can be easily irritated by urine and feces.

The baby's foreskin is connected to the child's penis by tendons, so if you try to force the scalp in the beginning, you can cause bleeding and pain in the skin.

Watch your son urinate from time to time to make sure the hole in the anal skin allows a normal flow to escape. If you notice that your baby is dripping unevenly, or your baby seems uncomfortable while urinating, talk to your doctor for advice.

The foreskin skin will gradually begin to contract spontaneously by the time your baby is a few years old, and usually when the baby is about five or six years old, it fully retracts. Up to this point, it is enough to clean the penis with soap and water.

 

Babies can pee at any time - be prepared for this!

Remember: boys are famous for pee pee in their parents' faces while changing diapers, so be ready to go.

Be sure to position your baby boy's penis on top of the diaper before putting it back on to avoid leaks.

As your son gets older, teach him how to keep his penis clean by:

Gently pull the foreskin away from the tip of the penis

Wash the tip of the penis and the inside of the foreskin with soap and water

Pull the foreskin back over the top of the penis
If your child's foreskin doesn't completely shrink before puberty, call your doctor for advice.

 

Genital problems are common in babies

Inguinal hernia

Usually occurs when weak abdominal tissues increase pressure in the abdomen. If this happens, you should notice a painless bulge in the baby's groin area, consult a medical professional. Inguinal hernia is more common in men than in women.

What must you do

To prevent your baby from developing a bullous hernia, which is "a condition that occurs when part of the intestine gets stuck in the canal and cuts off blood supply to that part of the intestine", the doctor may recommend surgery. close the groin canal.

If your baby develops a bladder hernia, it will lead to a hard, swollen, and painful lump in the groin area that requires immediate medical treatment.

 

 

"This happens," said Dr. Steven Tennenbaum, a New York pediatric urologist. When the boy's groin does not close, fluid from the abdomen can accumulate in the seashell pouch. It causes the baby's testicles to swell, but not pain.

What must you do

A hydrocele may go away on its own. But if not, the doctor may recommend surgery after the first birthday to get rid of the epidemic.

 

Sometimes the only sign of a UTI is that the baby is very upset

Urinary tract infection (UTI)

UTIs can happen if a baby's penis is not cleaned properly, and bacteria overgrow. Usually, a high fever is the only symptom of this condition.

But sometimes, you may notice that the urine has a strange, unusual smell in your baby or even vomit. If you notice any of these symptoms, please consult your baby's pediatrician immediately.

What must you do

The penis is sticky

This sometimes happens after circumcision. When cutting body tissue, edges may stick to the area around the cut. When a boy is circumcised, areas of the scalp that live can be attached to concave tumors, or the tip of the penis.

If this happens, it may look like the penis has never been circumcised, or like debris covered with a thin film.

What must you do

Penis adhesion is painless and is almost always correct as the penis grows. No treatment is needed. Dr Victoria McEvoy, professor of pediatrics at Harvard Medical School, said: “If the adhesions are very much, you can prescribe a mild cream.

References

American Academy of Pediatrics

KidsHealth

WebMD

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