Between cries for attention, or pleas for assistance with schoolwork, how can mothers navigate their way through the spiritually enlightening month of Ramadan with their well-being in tact, and still effectively manage the needs of their children? Whilst being a mother is a rewarding experience at the best of times, for many of us it
Read articleHow to Have a Productive and Simple Ramadan with Young Children
Ramadan is our blessed and special month of the year that brings about some lifestyle adjustments. In our home, we try to keep Ramadan simple by not being extravagant and keeping our meals easy. Ramadan only gets complicated when we focus on the worldly part of it, such as the food and entertainment, instead of
Read article[Productive Teens – Part 2] Let’s Beat Bullying!
This is the second part of a series of three articles about how young Muslims can develop strength, courage and resilience in the face of peer pressure and bullying. Part 1 dealt with the impact of peer pressure and how you can stay firm. This part provides you with practical tips on how to deal with bullying. “One’s dignity
Read article[Productive Teens – Part 1] How to Deal Effectively with Peer Pressure and Bullying
This is the first part of a series of three articles about how young Muslims can develop strength, courage and resilience in the face of peer pressure and bullying. In this part you will read about the impact of peer pressure and how you can stay firm. “Everyone’s skipping class tomorrow, you’re such a nerd to
Read articleRaising Productive and Confident Muslim Kids (Part 2)
In part 1 of the series, I discussed the goals of motherhood and how we can raise our children to be great, Productive Muslims in sha Allah. Here are more tips I’d like to share. 6. Make chores fun! We know as Muslims that cleanliness is half of our faith. If being clean is a large part of
Read articleRaising Productive and Confident Muslim Kids (Part 1)
Our children are an amanah (trust) on to us from Allah: it’s our duty to nurture, educate and protect them as they grow into productive adults. Moms, it’s very important to take some time out to ponder and reflect on the part you are playing or have played in your children’s journey of life. Do your children
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