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Family & parenting
Raising children and building a home – the years after the first ones.
28 articles
Protecting Children’s Faith and Identity in a Changing World
Raising children has always required: wisdom; patience; guidance. However, parents today face challenges that previous generations did not experience in the same way.
Teaching Children Good Character and Islamic Manners (Akhlaq)
One of the greatest goals of Islamic parenting is not only teaching children what to know. It is teaching them: who to become. Islam…
Teaching Children the Qur’an and Love for Islamic Knowledge
The Qur’an is the greatest source of guidance for Muslims. It is not only a book to be: recited; memorised; studied. It is a…
The Islamic Concept of Parenting and Children as an Amanah
Children are among the greatest blessings Allah gives to human beings. They bring: joy; hope; love; responsibility; a continuation of generations. However, in Islam,…
The Rights of Children in Islam
Children are one of the greatest blessings Allah gives to parents. With this blessing comes: responsibility; care; accountability. Islam does not view children as…
The Role of Parents in Building a Strong Muslim Family
The family is one of the greatest blessings Allah has given humanity. A strong family provides: love; security; guidance; support; a place where people…
The Importance of Emotional Support and Understanding Children’s Feelings
Children need more than: food; clothing; education; physical protection. They also need: emotional support; love; understanding; security. A child’s emotional development influences:
Balancing Love, Protection, and Independence in Parenting
One of the most difficult parts of parenting is knowing when to: protect; guide; help; step back. Parents naturally want to protect their children.…
Building Strong Relationships Between Parents and Children
One of the greatest gifts parents can give their children is: a strong relationship. Children need more than: food; education; protection. They need a…
Dealing With Children’s Anger, Disobedience, and Difficult Behaviour
One of the greatest challenges parents experience is dealing with difficult behaviour from children. Parents may face situations involving: anger; tantrums;
Dealing With Teenage Challenges and Guiding Adolescents
The teenage years are one of the most important stages in a personx27s development. During this period, children begin moving from: childhood; toward: adulthood.
Helping Children Deal With Anxiety, Fear, and Worries
Children experience many emotions as they grow. Among these emotions are: fear; worry; stress; anxiety; uncertainty. These feelings are a normal part of human…