This artcile originally appeared in The Eden Center. As an interior designer, I firmly believe that enhancing the look of a space will make it more inviting.  Attention to small details will make a big difference.  The Mikveh experience is much the same. This mitzvah gives married women the opportunity to pause from our hectic lives and reflect on ourselves, our femininity, our indi...

We've come along way since our Grandmothers and Great Grandmothers traveled far distances to fulfill the cherished mitzvah of mikveh. Today, beautifully designed mikvaot are found in every city, in all Jewish neighborhoods and even in some homes. Many are complete with elegant waiting rooms, fully equipped preparation rooms and beautified mikveh pools making the mikveh experience beautiful...