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What is the Circumcision Age Limit for Rabbi Rappaport?
The perfect experience—everything Rabbi Rappaport does as an Expert Mohel supports this ultimate purpose. He has blessed thousands of newborn babies, adults, and even seniors throughout his long, fruitful career with his circumcision method, aiming to provide perfect...
How Much Does a Circumcision Cost?
Ritual circumcision which is the first solemn step of every newborn boy into the Jewish covenant, as well as non-ritual circumcision (not of the Jewish faith) and every aspect of it, from preparations to the circumcision procedure itself, must be considered with due...
Can You Do a Bris on Shabbat?
The birth of your son is just around the corner, and you want to welcome your newborn son's arrival into this world the proper way by celebrating his Bris Milah, or circumcision procedure. And that is fantastic! As discussed in one of our previous blogs, ritual...
Is Circumcision Covered by Insurance?
Is circumcision covered by insurance? This question sits on the minds of both parents looking to circumcise their newborn babies and adults who want to rectify a botched circumcision or celebrate their covenant with God. Although the outcome of the circumcision...
Is Skipping Ritual Circumcision a Bad Idea?
The circumcision ritual has stood the test of time for thousands of years. With its divine symbolism, the circumcision ritual represents the most sacred of covenants between God and the newborn baby and the latter's first step into the Jewish community. Generation...
Why Does Rabbi Rappaport Prefer the Mogen Clamp over the Gomco Clamp and Plastibell?
The sacred day of your son's Bris Milah is quickly approaching! Naturally, as a concerned parent, you want to make sure that everything about your son's circumcision procedure, from the ceremony to the actual procedure and recovery, goes by the books. But do you know...
How Does Rabbi Rappaport Approach Circumcision Ceremonies During the COVID-19 Pandemic?
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken its toll on each and every corner of our society, and circumcision ceremonies are no stranger to it. Considering the March-June 2020 lockdown and the general population's reluctance towards social gatherings, a downtick in circumcision...
Rabbi Rappaport Knows the Best Jewish Names for Girls!
Every single culture celebrates the arrival of a new soul in this world. For the parents, the indescribable joy of welcoming a new family member leads to some form of celebration, especially in a religious context. For the Jewish community, the addition of a new...
What to Look For in a Mohel!
Parents are always looking to do what's best for their newborn babies. Whether it's baby-proofing the house or picking out the most baby-friendly toys, safety is the word in all of your choices. And the same applies to choosing a mohel, a person who is specially...
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