Dear Parents, Mazal Tov!
By now, your son's Bris should be scheduled for next week, on the eighth day after birth. If it isn't scheduled, contact Cantor David Muchnick immediately to schedule a time. Call (786) 493-4246.
If the baby is not born yet, be sure to contact Cantor David Muchnick as soon as possible after the birth. Put Cantor David Muchnick's name on the list of people you will call when the baby arrives, right under the grandparents! Please call between 7 AM and 11 PM as soon as possible after the baby is born - this will help you get the time you prefer on the eighth day.
THE LIST:
For the baby's comfort, here is a list of the items you will need. Please have all these items prepared when I arrive (30-45 minutes before the scheduled time) so that we can begin on time. If the Bris is not at your home, please be sure you are there 45 minutes before the Bris.
- A card table with a tablecloth or cover (it can be a bigger table but no smaller than a card table).
- A brown paper grocery bag (e.g., a Publix bag or similar) that I use for garbage disposal.
- A box of 20-25 Johnson and Johnson 3x3 sterile gauze pads.
- A tube of Povidine/Povidone ointment (NOT cream or liquid). It's brown color ointment. Walgreens and CVS both carry their own brand of Povidine Iodine Ointment. If it is not available, either Neosporin or Bacitracin is fine. (There is an easier option - see the Mini Bris-Kit or Bris Bag paragraphs below).
- A tube of Nupercainal ointment (NOT cream). Look for it in the hemorrhoid department. You can also use Dibucaine ointment which has the same active ingredient. (There is an easier option - see the Mini Bris-Kit or Bris Bag paragraphs below).
- An extra tube of A&D ointment.
- 2 burping cloths or flat square/rectangle cloth diapers.
- 2 disposable diapers (with velcro fasteners preferable).
- 1 cotton (NOT wool) receiving blanket (no tassels or frills).
- A baby bottle with glucose water (you can mix a teaspoon of sugar in 3-4 oz. of water) or pedialite, preferably not colored. For breastfeeding moms, you will be able to breastfeed your son immediately following the procedure.
- A pacifier (if your baby is using one).
- Baby Wipes
- A bottle of red Kosher sweet grape wine (Manishewitz or Mogen David).
- A Kiddush cup.
- 2 FIRM bedroom pillows (standard length - NOT king size).
Also:
- Baby should be wearing a loose gown or sack, nothing with buttons or legs.
- The baby should be 60 minutes hungry (very important) - stop feeding 60 minutes prior to the scheduled Bris-time. You will be able to feed him immediately after the procedure.
- Plan on the following honors (we will review them further on the phone):
- Sandak (the one who actually holds him during the procedure, usually one of the grandfathers);
- Seat of Elijah (the one who holds him during the processional, usually the other grandfather);
- K'vater/K'vaterin (Godfather/Godmother) - you can have more than one of each!
If you have any questions, please call or text me at (786) 493-4246. I will get back to you as quickly as possible.
MINI BRIS-KIT or BRIS BAG
If you need help gathering everything you need, here are two easy solutions:
- OPTION ONE: If you have everything you need from around the house and only need the gauze pads, povidine, dibucaine and A&D, call Emerald Hills Pharmacy in Hollywood at (954) 983-3336. They have packaged these four items into a Mini Bris-Kit. If you choose to pick it up (3000 Stirling Road Suite 120 Hollywood, Florida 33021), the cost is $25.00 (below market cost) and you can either pay by credit card over the phone or in person. If you would rather have it delivered, the cost is $35.00, pay by credit card and they'll have it delivered to your home. Be sure to mention that you are calling to order the Mini Bris-Kit for Cantor David Muchnick.
- OPTION TWO: If you want/need many of the additional items as well, go to www.877brisbag.com or call (877) 274-7224 and tell them Cantor David Muchnick is your Mohel. The Bris Bag includes:
- A box of 24 3x3 sterile gauze pads
- 2 newborn/baby disposable diapers
- 4 Full size cloth diapers (27"x27")
- Tube of plain povidine ointment (or equivalent)
- Tube of nupercainal ointment (or equivalent)
- Tube of A&D ointment or petroleum vaseline
- Baby bottle with glucose water (5%) or sweetease
- Alcohol Wipes/Swabs or bottle (70%)
- Baby Wipes
And it all comes packed in an attractive fabric diaper bag!
You'll still need to provide the card table with cover, the wine and kiddush cup, 2 firm pillows and the brown paper bag!
The cost will be $65.00 plus shipping. They accept Visa and MaterCard. Give them a call and they can give you all the details. Be sure to let them know it's the Bris Bag for Cantor David Muchnick.
Mazal Tov again, and see you next week! If you have any questions, don't hesitate to call or text me at (786) 493-4246