FAQ

• • Are you a Medical Practioner?

No, I'm not. I am a Rabbi formally trained by the London School of Circumcision to perform circumcisions. My specialized training ensures that the procedure is conducted with the utmost skill and adherence to tradition. 

• • Whom do you serve?

I serve everyone! I work with parents of all backgrounds, whether you’re seeking a standard circumcision for your son or a Bris Milah (religious ceremony) for Jewish families. 

• • Will you travel?

Yes, I am available to travel if the timing works out. I strive to work with families to arrange the best possible solution. If I am busy or unavailable, I can refer you to a qualified Mohel who can assist. 

• • I've never done this before and I'm nervous!

It’s completely normal to feel nervous, and I’m here to support you every step of the way. I’ll take the time to address all your questions, guide you through the process, and ensure that the experience is as calm and reassuring as possible. 

• • When should I contact you?

You’re welcome to call or email me at any time, whether before or after your baby is born. For scheduling and logistical reasons, reaching out as early as possible after the birth is preferred. I’m here to assist you whenever you need.

• • What are your fees?

It is my honor to perform a bris, and I don’t charge a fixed fee. The contribution is entirely up to the parents. Travel expenses are typically covered by the family. 

• What is a Bris?

Bris Milah, meaning “covenant of circumcision,” is more than a medical procedure; it symbolizes our spiritual bond with G-d and commitment to His mitzvos. It is the first mitzvah for a newborn baby boy, regarded as crucial as all other commandments combined. Instituted nearly 4,000 years ago when G-d commanded Avraham to circumcise himself, it remains an enduring mitzvah for Jewish fathers to perform on their sons at eight days old. By celebrating your son’s bris, you continue one of the most meaningful traditions in our Jewish faith. 

• How long after birth does the circumcision take place?

As long as there are no health concerns and the baby is confirmed by a health professional to be ready, the bris is typically performed on the eighth day. If the baby is unwell on the eighth day, the bris will be postponed until he has fully recovered and is deemed fit for the procedure by a medical professional. 

• How much does the circumcision hurt the baby?

During a traditional bris, the baby will experience some brief discomfort at the start of the procedure. This pain is minimal and quickly passes. Importantly, the profound spiritual connection established between the child and God is enduring. Additionally, a traditional bris performed without clamps or anesthesia is often quicker and can be more comfortable for the baby. 

• A Mohel is a specialist trained in both the medical and ritual aspects of circumcision, and is a devout, observant Jew following the tradition of our patriarch Avraham.

• Choosing a highly trained Mohel ensures a skillful, pain-free bris that avoids clamps, making the procedure quicker and more comfortable. The traditional bris is performed with the baby held by a loved one, either at home or in a synagogue.

• In contrast, hospital circumcisions often do not meet the criteria for a kosher bris. They may not be performed on the eighth day as required by Jewish tradition and typically use clamps (such as Gomco or Mogen), which can cause additional pain. Anesthesia and hemostats used in medical settings can also be more distressing for the baby than the bris itself.

• It can reduce the risk of infection in the urinary tract.

• Risk of transmitted diseases is highly reduced.

• Penile cancer can be avoided by circumcision.

• Risk of balanitis (tenderness of glands) and balanoposthitis (irritation of glands and foreskin) is reduced by circumcision.

• Circumcision increases the degree of hygiene in the area.