Rav Hayim Leiter
Certified Mohel
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A Brit Milah is More Than a Procedure
Having a son is a tremendous blessing. Along with the excitement often comes a new set of questions.
Will he be okay?
How much discomfort will he have?
What should we expect?
Those questions don’t mean you’re anxious parents — they mean you’re parents.
One of the things I’ve learned over the years is that families don’t just need someone to perform the Brit Milah. They’re looking for someone who will answer their questions, explain what to expect, and be there before, during, and after the procedure.
I’ve served as a mohel since 2011, shortly after making Aliyah, first in Jerusalem and now from my home in Efrat. I learned Brit Milah from two physicians, and that training continues to shape the way I practice. It informs everything I do, from sterile technique to the follow-up care I provide after the event.
Every Family Is Different
No two families celebrate a Brit Milah in quite the same way.
Some invite a hundred people. Others gather only their closest family. Some want to understand every detail of the ceremony. Others simply want to know that everything is being handled with care.
My role isn’t to tell you what your simcha should look like. It’s to help create a Brit Milah that reflects your family’s values and celebrates the people who matter most to you.
Before, During, and After
The Brit Milah itself is only one part of the experience.
Beforehand, I’m available to talk through the procedure. I’ll answer your questions, explain what to expect, and make sure you feel comfortable with every step.
During the Brit Milah, my focus is on your son and on helping create a meaningful experience for your family. I don’t like handing a baby back until he’s calm and settled. Parents often tell me afterward that it’s one of the things they remember most about the day.
Afterward, I remain available throughout the recovery. If something concerns you — or if you simply want reassurance — I’m only a phone call away.
Protecting Our Sacred Tradition
I've had the priviledge of performing hundreds of Britot for families thoughtout Israel and around the world.
I also founded Magen HaBrit, an organization dedicated to protecting the practice of safe Brit Milah. I believe families should never feel that they have to choose between this mitzvah and the highest standard of care.
Choosing a Mohel is Personal
There are many excellent mohalim, each bringing his own approach and experience. What I hope you’ll find in me is someone who listens carefully, answers your questions honestly, approaches every Brit Milah with the same attention and care, and remains available long after the ceremony has ended.
If you’d like to talk, ask questions, or simply learn more about what to expect, I’d be honored to speak with you.
Rav Hayim was friendly, accessible and professional throughout the entire process. Although it's second nature for him, it was our first time doing a brit, and he answered every question with abundant patience and respect for the fact that it was new and nerve-wracking to us at points. He came to the hospital to meet us, explain, and check the baby. He came again to take off the bandage and again after a week to check that everything was healing properly. He was available via phone and Whatsapp for any question at any time, including sending pictures if we had questions about the healing. His website was also really helpful for FAQs and other resources. For the brit itself, he was on time and organized, and also made it all about us and what worked for us. He led beautiful nigunim throughout the ceremony and all went as quickly and smoothly as we felt was possible. We would definitely recommend him.
