A Mourning Woman and Laundry for Family Members
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Question
Can a mourning woman during the seven days wash clothes for her children and husband?
Answer
Shalom Rav,
A mourner is prohibited from washing clothes, both for themselves and for others.
However, family members are permitted to wash clothes for themselves.
Source
Sefer Gesher HaChaim, in the name of Tiferet Adam.
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