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Moments of Emotion and Transformation- An Attendant's Perspective

As a Mikvah attendant, I have witnessed many moments of deep emotion and transformation. But one evening stands out with particular tenderness — when I had the honor of guiding a woman, a friend, through her Mikvah immersion following a hysterectomy due to breast cancer.

Meira Albert

Art by Susana Gershuny illustrates a woman dipping her foot into the water of the mikveh.

When a Companion Takes Their Leave

For many years, one of my most personal companions was the mikvah. It arrived in my life when I was young and newly married — a little nervous, a little unsure, clutching a towel and a sense that I was stepping into something ancient and intimate.

Susana Gershuny

When Healing Meant Letting Go

I was 35 when I was diagnosed with breast cancer. At the time, I had four little kids, ages six to one and a half. Overnight, we were thrown into a new world — genetics, surgery, chemo, and radiation.

Shalva Schneider

🌸 5 Things You Can Ask the Balanit for a More Comfortable Mikveh Experience

For many women, immersing in the mikveh is one of the most private and spiritual moments of the month, a time for reflection, renewal, and connection. Yet, even in such a sacred space, it’s not only allowed but essential to advocate for your comfort and sense of dignity.

Dr. Naomi Marmon Grumet

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We recently came across an article describing a painful mikveh experience. Our hearts go out to anyone for whom mikveh has felt confusing, shaming, or coercive , it was never meant to be that way.

For years, The Eden Center has been working to make mikveh a place of dignity, information, and real choice: where women are prepared in advance, know their options, and feel that their bodies, boundaries, and voices matter. Many women today do experience mikveh as meaningful and beautiful, and we believe every woman deserves that possibility.

Swipe to read our response and to see how we’re working to ensure that mikveh can be a source of support and renewal, not pain

Healthy marriages start with strong foundations!

Know a husband, brother, son, or cousin who can make a difference in preparing couples for a meaningful and lasting relationship? Send this to him or tag him below!

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#Chattan #Groom #JewishLearning #JewishValues #JewishCouples #JewishMarriage

It’s time to stop keeping secrets from our children!
Treating the Mikveh as a secret can create unnecessary discomfort around menstruation and women’s bodies. By approaching these topics in an age-appropriate and non-sexual way, we can help children connect with these meaningful mitzvahs naturally and respectfully.
For a great resource, check out Malka Chana Amichai’s book, My Mommy’s Moon, which teaches children about menstruation and women’s cycles in a gentle and informative way.

#Mikveh #JewishLife #JewishValues #JewishLifestyle #Mitzvah #JewishWomen

These women are ready to transform the Mikveh experience!
Dedicated to renewing the process and deepening its meaning, these future Mikveh attendants are hoping to create a more personal, welcoming, and spiritual journey for every woman who enters.

#Mikveh #JewishLife #JewishValues #JewishWomen #TorahLife #TorahValues

It’s easy to make mistakes when going to the mikveh - especially when we’ve been doing it for years!
Ever realized mid-immersion that you forgot something… and had to dunk again?

Take your intimacy back into your own hands!

Navigating intimacy during or after breast cancer treatment can bring many worries and fears, but with the right preparation, you can approach this part of your life with greater comfort, confidence, and peace.

#BreastCancer #BreastCancerAwareness #BreastCancerSupport #Intimacy #IntimacyPostCancer #Mikveh

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The Eden Center's podcasts explore aspects of social, emotional or physical well-being as related broadly to women and mikveh, aiming to be relevant, practical and inspiring.