As Muslim parents, how do we approach the issue of talking about Christmas with our young children? It can be difficult to navigate the “feels” of...
Just like many other household and family activity (mealtimes, chores, communication, etc.), prayer at home deserves attention and discussion—and maybe even more than other aspects of...
What is Domestic Violence? Domestic violence is a pattern of ongoing hurtful, manipulative, or controlling activities, including physical, sexual, financial, religious, psychological, emotional, and verbal abuse. ...
By Rania Awaad, MD, Taimur Kouser, Osama El-Gabalawy, MS Trigger Warning: This article discusses suicide which some might find disturbing. If you or someone you know...
Much emphasis has been given on the importance of fasting on the day of ‘Arafah, but don’t forget, this was a day the Prophet Muhammad (upon...
Sending food to our neighbors like most Muslim households, is a norm in ours too. As usual, I was about to plate some up for our...
Eid ul-Adha is less than 3 weeks away! This year, more than ever, we want to welcome Eid ul-Adha with a full heart and spirit, insha’Allah,...
“Eid-al-Quarantine” is what my sister has so fondly dubbed our upcoming Eid al Fitr this year. I find myself asking, “How are we going to make...
*For mature audiences only This short piece is intended to provide insight on the troubling and detrimental lack of understanding among Muslim men for the necessity...
I grew up in a small rural village of a developing country during the 1950s and 1960s within a wider ‘extended’ family environment amidst many village...