Biophilic Interiors

Do Babies Feel Circumcision?

Sophia Al-Mansoor Oct 18, 2026 6 min read

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Close contact between the diaper and the healing penis may be uncomfortable for the baby, so until the area has recovered, fitting the diaper a little looser than usual may help. After the procedure, babies often have a thin layer of petroleum jelly and a bandage covering the tip of the penis.