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By Rabbi Shlomo Golish, CM

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What does the Mohel do with the foreskin?

If you’ve ever Googled “What does the mohel do with the foreskin?” you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common questions people ask about a bris. Parents preparing for this special milestone want to know not just about the ceremony itself, but about all the details — even ones that aren’t usually spoken about READ MORE...

Mohel, Moil, Moyel, or Moyle? One Role, Many Spellings

Quick summary:

The trained specialist who performs brit milah (bris) is most commonly written Mohel in English. In speech—especially in Ashkenazi/Yiddish-influenced communities—the same word is often READ MORE...

Can You Do a Bris on Saturday (Shabbat)?

Quick answer: A bris may be performed on Shabbos when it is the baby’s eighth day and all standard halachic and health conditions are met (classic case: full-term infant, vaginal birth, healthy, correct day-count). If the bris was postponed for any reason (e.g., health, prematurity, READ MORE...

Bris/Circumcision When You Decline the Newborn Vitamin K Shot - Options, Safety, and Planning (with respect for parental choice)

Short answer: Parents make different choices about newborn vitamin K. Medically, the injection is preferable because it lowers bleeding risk, and many pediatricians recommend it. If you decide to decline the READ MORE...

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What is Holistic Circumcision?

Short answer: A “holistic circumcision” isn’t a different procedure—it’s a different experience. The goal is a quiet, parent-led, at-home ceremony: soft lighting, familiar surroundings, loved ones close by, and an unhurried pace. Preparation is simple, READ MORE...

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What is a Mohel?

When expectant parents begin exploring their options for newborn circumcision, they often come across two main choices: having the procedure performed by a hospital doctor or by a mohel. READ MORE...

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