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Finding a Mohel in the Boston Area: Resources for Your Baby Boy's Bris

Finding a Mohel in the Boston Area: Resources for Your Baby Boy's Bris

Updated May 11, 2012 And G-d told Abraham, "This is my covenant which you shall keep between Me and you and thy seed after you... Read More
Posted in: Community News
Our son was born on Saturday. Can we have his bris on Shabbat?

Our son was born on Saturday. Can we have his bris on Shabbat?

Our son was born on Saturday. Can we have his bris on Shabbat? Less than a year ago, my husband and I were fortunate to... Read More
Posted in: Lifecycles
The Jewish Birth Network

Meet the Mohel - Dr. Stacy Rubtchinsky

Whether you know in advance you’re having a boy or you find out at birth, choosing a mohel (ritual circumcision specialist) can be a nerve-wracking decision if... Read More
Posted in: Lifecycles
The Jewish Birth Network

Meet the Mohel - Dr. Yosef Glassman

Whether you know in advance you’re having a boy or you find out at birth, choosing a mohel (ritual circumcision specialist) can be a nerve-wracking... Read More
Posted in: Lifecycles
Festive Milestone or Barbaric Abuse? - A Gray-Area Guide to the Circumcision Debate

Festive Milestone or Barbaric Abuse? - A Gray-Area Guide to the Circumcision Debate

This blog post is a condensed version of a longer article.  Read the full text here.   I’ve been reading a lot lately about the... Read More
Posted in: Lifecycles
Preparing for the Bris

Preparing for the Bris

Originally published on www.mybris.com Please have the following items ready ahead of time for your ceremony: 1. Table ~ A sturdy table in a well lit room (dining... Read More
Posted in: Lifecycles
What to do after the Bris

What to do after the Bris

Originally published on www.mybris.com General Care following the Circumcision Expect your son to be a little irritable for about a day. Most babies like to feed... Read More
Posted in: Lifecycles
On the 8th day...Learn more about the Bris

On the 8th day...Learn more about the Bris

Originally published on www.mybris.com The Brit Milah is a wonderful opportunity to welcome your son into the Jewish people and to connect him to the generations that... Read More
Posted in: Lifecycles
Baby-Naming Basics

Baby-Naming Basics

Gearing up for your child's baby naming? There are many things to consider, particularly for interfaith and unaffiliated families. Lev Baesh, rabbi of Jewish Renewal... Read More
Posted in: Kids & Parenting