My Son Doesn’t Pray: How Muslim Parents Can Encourage Salah Without Pushing Him Away
Introduction One of the most painful moments for a Muslim parent can be realizing that their son has stopped praying. Maybe he used to pray with you when he was…
10 Best Summer Activities for Muslim Children: How to Make Your Child’s Summer Fun, Meaningful, and Islamic
Introduction When school ends, children suddenly have something they rarely have during the year: a lot of free time. At first, that sounds wonderful. No homework. No early mornings. No…
My Son Has a Classmate Who Identifies as Gay: How Should Muslim Parents Guide Him?
Introduction One day, your son may come home from school and say: “Dad, one of my classmates says he’s gay.” Or: “Mom, my friend says he likes boys. What does…
When Your Muslim Daughter Starts Talking to Boys: How to Set Boundaries Without Destroying Her Trust
Introduction One day, you notice that your daughter is spending more time on her phone. She’s smiling at messages. She’s suddenly very interested in checking her notifications. Maybe you notice…
How Muslim Parents Can Handle Muslim Children Bullying While Teaching Islamic Values
Introduction What should a Muslim child do when another student insults them, mocks their religion, makes fun of their hijab, or deliberately tries to embarrass them? Should they ignore it?…
How to Protect Your Muslim Child From Inappropriate Content at School and Online
Introduction Your child doesn’t need to search for inappropriate content to encounter it. Sometimes it finds them. A video appears unexpectedly on YouTube. A friend sends something in a group…
How to Teach Your 5-Year-Old Daughter About Hijab Without Making Her Hate It
Introduction Learning how to teach your 5-year-old daughter about hijab is not really about teaching her how to wear a piece of clothing. It is about introducing her to an…