Do not forcibly retract a baby boy’s foreskin
Leave the foreskin alone unless a doctor advises otherwise
Clean only the outside of the penis with warm water
Gently wash the area during baths
If the foreskin naturally moves, retract only as far as it goes without resistance
Never pull the foreskin back if it feels tight or painful
Always return any retracted foreskin to its normal position
Contact a pediatrician if there is redness, swelling, pain, discharge, or trouble urinating
Seek urgent medical care if the foreskin gets stuck behind the head of the penis
Follow your pediatrician’s guidance for any concerns about foreskin care