Category Archives - Parenting

Dua for conceiving Children

May 7, 2013 - 8 Comments

Question:
It has been just over a year into my marriage.Soon after my marriage, my mother in law started building pressure on us to visit

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Can I Give My Son A Birthday Cake For Kindergarten?

April 1, 2013 - No Comments

Question: 
I want to ask you a question related to kindergarten of my son. My son’s birthday is just near and they told us to

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Show Our Children The Road To The Masjid-They Will Connect To Allah

December 31, 2012 - No Comments

Parents generally worry about the worldly well being of their children and make great sacrifices for their worldly comfort. The actual concern of parents should

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What Are Good Names To Keep For Children?

August 22, 2012 - 5 Comments

Question:
Can you  please tell me some nice baby names for girls and boys with good meanings.
 
Answer:
In the Name of Allah, the

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Bringing Up Children – Part 3

July 26, 2012 - No Comments

1) When something commendable is observed in the child, congratulate him and reward him. Similarly if something undesirable is seen, then reprimand him for it.

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Celebrating Birthdays In Islam

July 25, 2012 - No Comments

Question:
My question is regarding celebrating birthdays. I don’t celebrate birthdays, but my family members do. Every year my in laws take my daughter

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Bringing Up Children – Part 2

July 22, 2012 - One Comment

(Continued from upbringing of Children Part 1)
 
1) Instill the habit in your children of never being eloquent but rather to be a seeker

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Bringing Up Children – Part1

July 19, 2012 - No Comments

Most parents complain that the younger generation (their children) are dis-obedient, ill-mannered and disrespectful. It appears that the main cause of this rebellion lies in

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How To Make Tarbiyah Of Children?

June 21, 2012 - One Comment

Question:
I have many nephews and nieces (aged 6-13) but it hurts me to see them spend their time away during vacations in useless pursuits

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What Dua Can I Recite For Pious Offspring?

June 17, 2012 - No Comments

Question:
Please tell me if there is any Dua to recite during pregnancy for a healthy and normal baby.
What dua should be recited or what actions

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In Praise Of The Homemaker

June 16, 2012 - 4 Comments

It’s an icy cold winter’s morning sitting in the comforts of my home and enjoying a hot cuppa coffee. Suddenly feelings of inner contentment and serenity engulf me. It dawns on me

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Tips To Create The Ideal Islamic Environment At Home

June 14, 2012 - No Comments

The environment at home is one of the most important factors that shape the personality of a person. Establishing a good environment will give a

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Dealing With Teenagers

June 7, 2012 - No Comments

Question:
I have a teenage son who is a Hafez.He does not listen to us,he goes out when he wants and sometimes does not come

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The Children Of Today-The Islam Of Tomorrow

May 25, 2012 - One Comment

As Muslims we are blessed with reminders at the dawn of each Islamic month. The month of Rajab  brings with it the beautiful all-encompassing treasure of Salaah.Let

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Make The Appropriate Decision

May 22, 2012 - No Comments

Question:
 I went to America after my marriage, and I couldn’t accept the kufr environment there. My husband has moved out of America several times when I

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How can communication be created between parents and children?

May 16, 2012 - 6 Comments

Question:
Please advise me regarding the following;
What is the best dua a mother could make for her child?
How do I approach my children on being punctual

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Mould your child

May 11, 2012 - One Comment

Question:
There are parents who allow or insist on their children studying subjects, after school, that are not appropriate for Muslims, e.g. Ballet, Modern dancing,

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