Chassi Rivkin is the Director of Operations at mikvah.org, a non-profit organization dedicated to educating globally on the inspirational mitzvah of Mikvah and Jewish Family Life since 5735/1975.
Summer Learning Series: Halachos of Behavior During the Engagement Period with Rabbi M. Lipskier and Rabbi M. Mochkin
Summer Learning Series: Halachos of Behavior During the Engagement Period with Rabbi M. Lipskier and Rabbi M. Mochkin
Aug 18, 2026
1:00:28
Welcome to Mikvah.org's Summer Learning Series. Throughout this series, you'll hear from esteemed Rabbanim as they discuss a variety of practical halachic topics, providing clarity, perspective, and guidance on questions that arise in everyday life. In this episode, Rabbi M. Lipsker and Rabbi M. Mochkin discuss the halachic guidelines and appropriate conduct for Chassanim and Kallahs during the engagement period, including emotional and physical boundaries, healthy communication, meetings, yichud, and other interactions. They explore how to make the engagement a meaningful time of spiritual preparation and growth, while encouraging couples to seek guidance from their Chassan or Kallah teacher and Rav when questions or concerns arise.
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Mikvah Stories to Inspire Part 2
Mikvah Stories to Inspire Part 2
Dec 23, 2020
44:07
Hear 10 powerful stories of Mikvah observance, through personal challenges and COVID-era difficulties. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mikvah/support
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Mikvah Stories to Inspire Part 1
Mikvah Stories to Inspire Part 1
Dec 22, 2020
1:46:37
20 stories of past and present of Mikvah observance, to inspire and encourage every woman going through challenging times in her own life. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mikvah/support
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Before During After Pregnancy & Childbirth Part 2
Before During After Pregnancy & Childbirth Part 2
Jan 17, 2021
1:33:31
Mrs. Rivky Boyarsky and Mrs. Mushky Kotlarsky share so much halachic, hashkafic, practical & medical wisdom for Jewish women before, during, and after pregnancy and childbirth. 2nd in a 3 part series. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mikvah/support
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Q and A on intimacy with Pamela Klein LCSW
Q and A on intimacy with Pamela Klein LCSW
Jul 7, 2022
1:19:47
Your questions answered on all matters intimacy related, by Pamela Klein LCSW --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mikvah/support
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Bringing Divinity into our Marriage: The Jewish & Chassidic Approach to Intimacy with Mrs. S.R. Wagner
Bringing Divinity into our Marriage: The Jewish & Chassidic Approach to Intimacy with Mrs. S.R. Wagner
Jan 26, 2022
2:40:43
Mrs. Sarah Rayzel Wagner, long time educator and certified Mikvah.org Kallah teacher discusses the halachos and the hashkafa when we approach the ultimate purpose of Taharas HaMishpacha; intimacy from an approach of bringing divinity into our marriage, with a special focus for mothers of young children. For feedback or to sponsor an episode, please reach out at [email protected]. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mikvah/support
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Fostering Intimate Connections with Life is Under Struggle
Fostering Intimate Connections with Life is Under Struggle
Feb 9, 2022
1:28:22
Dvora Entin, LCSW PMH-C discusses how to foster intimate connections when life is under struggle. This class is helpful for all married couples facing struggle in their lives; the focus and examples here present the struggles in building and expanding the family. For feedback or to sponsor an episode, please reach out at [email protected]. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mikvah/support
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The Jewish and Chassidic Approach to Intimacy - A Shiur for Men by Rabbi M. Lipskier
The Jewish and Chassidic Approach to Intimacy - A Shiur for Men by Rabbi M. Lipskier
Feb 17, 2022
3:10:10
Rabbi M. Lipsker, Shliach in Sherman Oaks, CA and popular Chosson teacher teaches the Chassidic and Jewish Approach to Intimacy as the way to bring Hashem into our marriage. This class for men has been reviewed by a Rav prior to its release. For feedback or to sponsor future episodes for men, please reach out to [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mikvah/support
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Body Image Series - Part Six: Chassidic Conclusion
Body Image Series - Part Six: Chassidic Conclusion
Jan 27, 2025
55:40
This is the Final Part in our Body Image Series! In this episode, we hear a beautiful Chassidic conclusion from Mrs. Bayla Blumstein on viewing food and the concept of body image through the lens of Chassidus.
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Beyond Closed Doors- Part Three: Sensory Challenges in Intimacy
Beyond Closed Doors- Part Three: Sensory Challenges in Intimacy
Mar 10, 2025
43:44
Beyond Closed Doors – Part Three: Sensory Challenges in Intimacy with Dr. Amster OT In the final installment of this three-part series, Dr. AmsterOT explores the impact of sensory processing challenges on intimacy. Many individuals experience heightened sensitivity or discomfort with touch, sound, or other sensory inputs, which can create barriers to connection. Dr. AmsterOT discusses practical strategies and therapeutic approaches to help navigate these challenges, fostering greater comfort and closeness in relationships. Tune in to gain expert insights and actionable guidance. Listen now at Mikvah.org/audio or explore more resources at Mikvah.org/media.