The ABC’s of Scheduling a Simchat Bat Always call Dr. Roberts as soon as possible when the baby is born. * If the baby is born very early in the morning, say 2 a.m.; please wait and page Dr. Roberts later that morning. It is best to speak with Dr. Roberts within the first 24 hours after delivery. * It would be advisable to place Dr. Roberts' name and cell phone number (516.455.2374) on your list of persons to call from the hospital. * After paging Dr. Roberts, please be patient. He may be performing a ceremony or otherwise delivering a baby! * If you fail to hear from him after 4-5 hours, then call again. Occasionally, an excited father will fail to leave the correct telephone number or area code which will preclude Dr. Roberts from returning your call. * Also, if you are interested in speaking to Dr. Roberts prior to formally scheduling the Simchat Bat; please feel free to e-mail him directly and he will arrange a mutually convenient time to speak regarding the ceremony. Baby is born. What information will Dr. Roberts need when we make the initial telephone call? Please give Dr. Roberts the following information: * all important telephone numbers (cell, home, office and hospital). Can we do anything to prepare for the Simchat Bat? Yes! * Gather your thoughts regarding how we can make this ceremony a memorable experience, filled with significance and meaning for all those involved. What message would you like me to share with you family and friends at the ceremony. * Please review the information provided on the web site regarding "Simchat Bat Basics." * Please complete the information requested on the Simchat Bat Checklist. * Decide on the honorees that will participate at the ceremony. * Choose a Hebrew name for your son. * Gather important family items that will make this ceremony memorable. These items may include: Kiddush cups, Tallitot and photographs of important family members who may or may not be present at the Brit. * Consider having a grandparent, parent or special friend read a brief letter to the baby. This may be kept and later read at another family occasion such as at a Bat Mitzvah. It would be my honor to attend your daughter’s Simchat Bat Ceremony. ***** Dr. Richard I. Roberts - Certifed Mohel
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