Duas That Helped Me As A Parent
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9) Dua for artriculation
رَبِّ ٱشْرَحْ لِى صَدْرِى . وَيَسِّرْ لِىٓ أَمْرِى . وَٱحْلُلْ...
How to Raise Better Practicing Muslim Kids
10 effective ways to raise better practicing Muslim kids in shaa Allah.
(BONUS: free printable of Qur'anic duas for pious kids & list of music-free Islamic cartoons (English and Arabic) for Muslim children).
30 Crafts Based on Children’s Islamic Books
Muslim kids need representation in the books they read to be able to strengthen their identity and Islamic books to strengthen their faith - so scroll through to find 30 crafts based on 30 Islamic and Muslim books. This can be ideal for Ramadan, but works even when kids are on their school break or after school or when you are looking for ways to add some creativity in your homeschool.
An Aayah That Changed My Life After Parenthood
..."I only complain of my grief and sorrow to Allah..."
I can't help but think about Yaqoob عليه السلام - what his children said...
How to Raise Grateful Kids (+ List of Gratitude Activities & Resources to Instill Shukr)
Practical steps on how you can help your kids be grateful and develop a positive mindset with a hopeful perspective on life. Try out any of the Islamic crafts or activities based around the power of alhamdulillah - including #AlhamdulillahForSeries Gratitude Journal, shukr jar, alhamdulillah tree, thankful hands, positive mood board and many more.
List of Aayaat from the Quran that Helped Me as a Parent
1) Validation from Allah of all the hardships as a mother
"And We have enjoined upon man for his parents. His mother carried him,...
How Muslims should React to an Earthquake
How should a Muslim react in the face of natural disasters and how to talk to kids about them. (music-free animated video embedded for explanation along with free printables on survival strategies - emergency plan).
7 Self Care Goals for Homeschooling Mums
Self Care Goals for busy mums - 7 practical goals to set on How to take care of yourself when you are taking care of everything and everyone - especially as a homeschooling mum. (or as any exhausted mum out there who could use some self love and care).
How to Help Kids Understand the Quran
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Time Management Tips For Busy Mums
Time management tips for working and/or student moms. How-to better manage your time to ensure productivity and dedicate more time to your children. Practical on how to be more efficient as a professional woman and as a mother. Being a working mother is overwhelming, there are simple things you can do to make the most out of your time. Such as planning, delegating, switching off social media and more.