Family

If you want your son to be that human being who would draw his way in life with determination and confidence, one who would overcome all obstacles and would become a successful personality in the future. You have to adopt the following recommendation...

If you want your son to be that human being who wo...

Discipline should not become the domain of just one parent. Mothers and fathers should both participate in the disciplining of their children. Mothers should not threaten their children by telling them that they will get into trouble when their fathe...

Discipline should not become the domain of just on...

1. She doesn't understand it's wrong. Some kids cheat simply because they really don't understand why it's such a bad thing. They studied their spelling words and just can't remember how to spell one of them, so they take a quick peek at their neighb...

1. She doesn't understand it's wrong. Some kids ch...

As Muslim parents, we have an obligation to bring up our children in the best manner---to teach them right from wrong and to show them what we and society expect from them. The following principles should be useful in establishing a child-rearing met...

As Muslim parents, we have an obligation to bring ...

In Islam, Muslim children are considered as precious gifts from Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala. They are loved immensely by their parents and they become the fondness of the family. But children should also be aware of the many rights and responsibilities...

In Islam, Muslim children are considered as precio...

True love is not a feeling. It is a decision. It’s an act of the will to be patient, kind, humble, hopeful, giving, faithful and trusting. When you commit to loving your wife this way, your feelings for her and hers for you will follow. Actively lovi...

True love is not a feeling. It is a decision. It’s...

But truth be told, there was more than just a baby born that day. A father was also born. And whether it’s a biological child or an adopted child, that first meeting birthed an entirely new perspective, and the world will never look the same. How can...

But truth be told, there was more than just a baby...

B) a lack of patience. When mothers have a baby, it's common for the hospital to send them home with a diaper bag or a car seat. If I could send new fathers home with anything, I'd give them a good dose of patience. Patience is crucial because your c...

B) a lack of patience. When mothers have a baby, i...

Fathers who abandon their families, fathers who rarely see their children because of divorce, and fathers who are busy and have very little or nothing to do with the raising of their children are common. Dad gets up early, takes the long drive to wor...

Fathers who abandon their families, fathers who ra...

Your Guide to Fatherhood Many fathers struggle with putting first things first and being able to say no to what is unimportant. But getting to the stage where your time and attention are truly focused on the most important things in life is easier sa...

Your Guide to Fatherhood Many fathers struggle wit...

But, as Muslims, we believe that we should always remember our fathers and make du'aa (supplication) for them in their life and after their death. We always appreciate their great role in raising, directing, and nurturing us. Therefore, we do not nee...

But, as Muslims, we believe that we should always ...

It is neither fair nor logical to neglect the great role a father can play in a child's life and the unlimited influence he can have on their future. There are some principles that no one can ingrain in children's hearts better than the father. Likew...

It is neither fair nor logical to neglect the grea...

The family, is indeed, the best tool for Islamic Da'wah in the West. There is no institution, there is no mechanism that I know of, that can convey Islam as well as the living example of an Islamic family in the West. The Islamic family, if it is rig...

The family, is indeed, the best tool for Islamic D...

The benefits of preparing and enjoying food as a family are clear. You save money and eat healthier meals. You create opportunities to connect and communicate with your children and spouse. And most importantly, you show love for your family when you...

The benefits of preparing and enjoying food as a f...

There are generic versions of almost everything these days. In the world of babies, you can purchase non-brand name formula, diapers, baby wipes, diaper cream, gas drops, acetaminophen, and MUCH more. Yes, there will be certain things that you may fi...

There are generic versions of almost everything th...

Now I’m sure that most of us have either heard, or even personally known a family that has been damaged because the husband/father pours all of his time and efforts into a job or career. His wife never sees him. His children don’t know him. He may tr...

Now I’m sure that most of us have either heard, or...

"My Lord, make me grateful for Your favour which You have shown to me and to both my parents, and let me act honourably so that You may approve of it. Be good to me with respect to my offspring; I have turned toward You and am one of those who are Mu...

"My Lord, make me grateful for Your favour which Y...

If the family is to be a wholesome cradle for human society, it means that the children as continuators of the human race, must find there warmth, patience and every possible advancement in their all-round education. For this purpose, they must have ...

If the family is to be a wholesome cradle for huma...

The question of family planning and birth control was discussed in detail by the Majma al-Fiqh al-Islaami. They had twenty three scholars research this topic and present their findings on this matter. The participants involved represented many differ...

The question of family planning and birth control ...

In recent years there has developed among some Muslim families and Muslim women a phenomenon, which is alien to the conservative Islamic society which seeks to protect women and their modesty. This is the phenomenon of going to "family restaurants" o...

In recent years there has developed among some Mus...

What does the home represent to the Muslim family? Is it a place where family members can relate to one another and where they sincerely enjoy being together; where they have a sense of shared beliefs and values, and their behavior is based on Islami...

What does the home represent to the Muslim family?...