For the first time, Jewish women are choosing to give birth at an East Jerusalem hospital that caters primarily to Arabs
In Israel, more new mothers are opting to spend a few days in upscale ‘baby hotels’ after they give birth
Observant mothers-to-be hire doulas who share their religious practices and understand their specific needs
A Saturday birth ensured it would be no day of rest
The one rite even shrimp-eaters don’t forsake