Question
My 25-day-old male baby’s scrotum doesn’t retract quickly when touched, unlike the two other babies the babysitter has cared for. I’m worried there might be a problem.
Answer
The scrotum not only protects the testicles but also serves as a cooling mechanism. On hot days, the scrotum relaxes to increase the surface area for cooling. Your baby’s scrotum not retracting quickly upon touch may be due to hot weather or less active cremaster muscles. Usually, this is not a problem, and there is no need to worry excessively.