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Simchat Bat

Parents frequently call a Mohel to find out information regarding a Simchat Bat, or a baby girl’s baby naming. The truth is there is a tradition to name the baby girl in a synagogue followed by a traditional Kiddush where the parents and/or Rabbi would express words of gratitude for many blessings as well as the meaning of the name. Friends and family come to share in the Simcha occasion. Although I encourage parents to contact their congregational rabbis to perform the Simchat Bat, I have performed many “painless” girl baby namings across the United States and would be happy to do so for unaffilitated families.
The ceremony consists of a candle lighting ceremony and several readings that can be assigned to family and friends. In the first part I offer some meaningful words of insight into the girl’s special Hebrew name as well as a blessing on behalf of the family, friends, and community. The next part consists of the actual naming ceremony along with a Grandparent’s prayer in Hebrew and English for everyone to understand and appreciate. Last, and perhaps most important, the custom is to serve refreshments or a meal for all the guests to enjoy! (What would a Jewish Simcha be without food?)
As with a bris, I provide the family with a Baby Naming Certificate with all the proper Hebrew and English names and dates.

Testimonials

Joe M.

Thank you for performing the circumcision on our son Joseph Anthony. As you promised he barely made a sound all afternoon. I also wanted to tell you that I appreciated your wit, you were quite refreshing. I guess it helps to have a sense of humor when you work with sharp objects for a living.
Joe M.
December 27, 2016

Andy and Nicole and Zak S.

Thank you so much for performing the Bris of our son Zak. This has been the most wonderful time in our lives.
Andy and Nicole and Zak S.
December 27, 2016

Mr. and Mrs. Gary M

….we just wanted to take the time to thank you, once again, for the wonderful service you have provided our family. After 2 less than satisfactory physician initiated circumcisions we have been thrilled by the results you have given us, and we also consider it an honor to have you perform the procedure knowing that you understand and honor the spiritual perspective as well….so today we have presented our 5th son to you with great thankfulness…You have beena G-d send to us. Thank you so much…
Mr. and Mrs. Gary M
December 28, 2016

Barry

6 Barry joins me in expressing our sincere appreciation for the beautiful service you conducted with Rabbi Perlman in honor of our grandson, Alexander J. Bris. The service was so meaningful and personal and was truly an experience we will treasure….
December 28, 2016

T.K.

…Thanks again for a great job. We really appreciate you and admire the dedication you have to the Jewish Community….and hope, at least I do, to ask for your help in the future!….
T.K.
December 28, 2016

Joe M.

Thank you for performing the circumcision on our son Joseph Anthony. As you promised he barely made a sound all afternoon. I also wanted to tell you that I appreciated your wit, you were quite refreshing. I guess it helps to have a sense of humor when you work with sharp objects for a living.
Joe M.
December 27, 2016

Andy and Nicole and Zak S.

Thank you so much for performing the Bris of our son Zak. This has been the most wonderful time in our lives.
Andy and Nicole and Zak S.
December 27, 2016

Mr. and Mrs. Gary M

….we just wanted to take the time to thank you, once again, for the wonderful service you have provided our family. After 2 less than satisfactory physician initiated circumcisions we have been thrilled by the results you have given us, and we also consider it an honor to have you perform the procedure knowing that you understand and honor the spiritual perspective as well….so today we have presented our 5th son to you with great thankfulness…You have beena G-d send to us. Thank you so much…
Mr. and Mrs. Gary M
December 28, 2016

Barry

6 Barry joins me in expressing our sincere appreciation for the beautiful service you conducted with Rabbi Perlman in honor of our grandson, Alexander J. Bris. The service was so meaningful and personal and was truly an experience we will treasure….
December 28, 2016

T.K.

…Thanks again for a great job. We really appreciate you and admire the dedication you have to the Jewish Community….and hope, at least I do, to ask for your help in the future!….
T.K.
December 28, 2016

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