Bathing within thirty days for a postpartum woman for the brit
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Question
A woman within thirty days of mourning gave birth to a son. Is she allowed to bathe in hot water, wear Shabbat clothes, and eat at the brit?
Answer
A postpartum woman is allowed to bathe as usual even within the seven days, and she is permitted to wear Shabbat clothes for the brit. According to Sephardic custom, she is allowed to eat at the brit, while according to Ashkenazic custom, eating is prohibited.
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