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Pregnancy & Childbirth

It is a blessing to create and carry life in our bodies. Giving birth is one of life’s great privileges. It allows us to partner with the divine in the act of creation. Historically, Judaism provided scant opportunity to mark this occasion. Here, we offer prayers and rituals for celebrating this unique and wondrous experience.

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“you will know a tidal surge / part marvel part mystery…”
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“No words can describe it. / The first time I held her on my chest…”
a new infant
“We have been waiting for you”
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“Sarah waited, far too long. / So what’s a few more days, right?”
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Ritual for moving into new phase of life post-childbearing

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Poem on parenting new baby struggling to feed 

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“becoming a parent is a significant lifecycle event and merits its own ritual”

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“May you never feel alone for you will always have each other”

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