Parenting is a sacred responsibility in Islam, one that carries both immense rewards and great challenges. As young Muslim parents, we are entrusted with the task of raising children who are not only successful in this world but also in the akhirah (afterlife). Integrating Islamic values into ...
8 Practical Ways to Nurture Your Relationship with Allah Amidst the Demands of Parenthood
Parenthood is a journey that brings so much joy but also comes with endless responsibilities. As a young mother or father, you'll find that your time is divided between caring for your children, managing household duties, and fulfilling personal and professional obligations. Amidst all of this, it ...
We’re Not Better Parents than the Generations Before Us
It's so common, especially on social media, to see this generation of parents criticizing the last generation of parents (our own parents). There is no such thing as a perfect parent—not in the previous generation, not in our generation, and there won't be any in the next generation. Why?Every ...
Why (And How) I Taught My 4 Year Old to Read
Why?When my son was a toddler, we didn't start learning the alphabet yet. I knew that a lot of parents started teaching their children as early as possible, but I didn't have any interest in doing that. I was of the mindset 'to let kids be kids and not rush academics.' I knew there would be plenty ...
6 Ways Our Prophet ﷺ Encouraged Children to Be Sociable
1. GreetingsThe Prophet ﷺ trained and encouraged children to greet and say assalamu alaikum by being a role model and showing an example. Anas narrates that the Prophet “when passing by us young boys, used to greet us” [Ibn Majah].2. VisitsThe Prophet ﷺ often paid visits with children in his ...