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Washing Hands for an Infant

Question

At what age should an infant have their hands washed after sleep? And should their hands be washed after daytime sleep as well?

Answer

Shalom Rav,

From the time the child begins to touch food, their hands should be washed. It is also preferable to wash their hands after daytime sleep.

Answered 8 January 2023 How answers are reviewed
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Answers questions at Rav Amram Fried's Beit Horaah
Smicha "Yoreh-Yoreh" (2012), Rav Amram Fried's Beit Horaah
Orach Chaim, Yoreh Deah
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Source

Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 4, Se'if 2, Mishnah Berurah, Se'if Katan 10

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