Pregnancy Archives

I am pregnant and have had to do an ultrasound as per Dr request. In such cases, should I ask the technician specifically not to tell me the baby’s gender? In other words is there a Makor for not finding out before birth?

One should avoid discovering the gender of the fetus. Sources: ראה ב״ר סה, יב: שבעה דברים מכוסים מבני אדם וכו׳ ואין אדם יודע מה בעבורה של אשה. וכ״ה…

What is the Chabad Minhag in regarding purchasing new items for a baby before he/she were born. And does it also apply to things that are necessary immediately after leaving the hospital?

Although some have the custom to refrain from buying clothing and other items for a baby until it is born, there is no explicit Torah source supporting this tradition.…

My wife is expecting and was diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes. The doctor said she should monitor her glucose levels 4 times every single day, including Shabbos. May she prick herself (שחיטה) and squeeze out blood (דש) and use the electronic blood reader, 4 times on Shabbos?

Please see here for answer.

Should a pregnant woman not go to a zoo?

Some are particular not to go to a zoo during pregnancy. There are sources for this custom. If you wish, you may go to the zoo, but do not gaze…

How do I eat and drink on Yom Kippur with Shiurim?

If one is required to eat on Yom Kippur due to medical reasons, a Rov should be consulted in advance to receive specific dispensation from fasting. However, in case of…

I am pregnant / nursing. Do I have to fast on Yom Kippur?

A woman after birth - up to and including the third day since birth - need not fast. Within seven days - consult with a Rov. After that period of…

Is a pregnant woman allowed to visit the Ohel while she is pregnant?

Yes. The custom does not apply to Kivrei Tzadikim. Sources: בכלל, שקו״ט במקור המנהג - ראה שו״ת מנח״י י, מב. ויש שכתבו שהוא ע״פ שבט מוסר כד. ועד״ז מעבר…