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Parents are often surprised to learn that there is more than one acceptable approach to bandaging after a circumcision or bris. Some babies leave the procedure with a bandage that remains in place for several hours or until the following day. Other babies leave without a bandage at all. So which approach is better? The truth is that both have advantages, and the best choice often depends on the baby, the circumcision itself, and the goals of the practitioner performing the pr

One of the questions parents commonly ask before a bris or circumcision is: “Should we feed the baby beforehand?” The short answer is yes — in most cases, babies can feed normally before and after the procedure. That said, there are a few practical things parents should know that can help the day go more smoothly and comfortably for both the baby and the family. As a mohel who has performed brissim for many years in homes and private settings throughout New Jersey, New York,

One of the most common questions parents ask before a bris or infant circumcision is: “Do you use anesthesia?” It’s a completely understandable question. Parents naturally want their baby to be as comfortable as possible during the procedure. At the same time, many parents are surprised to learn that in traditional infant bris milah practice — and in many infant circumcision settings in general — injected local anesthesia is often not used for newborn babies. Why Mohels Do No