Wendy Díaz

Recently in an online Muslim parenting forum, there was a mother who asked for recommendations on how to teach her 5-year-old the 99 names of Allah with an in-depth meaning of each name in a weekly lesson. She got lots of advice and links for activities, but it left me wondering.

Do you have children in public school? Whether they are fasting or not, it is important for their school to be informed about Ramadan. While some districts and individual teachers may be savvy about different religious and cultural practices, it is not always the case.

Ramadan is coming! It is the most wonderful time of the year, especially for Muslims! It seems unbelievable that we are about to enter Ramadan 2022. The past two years have been quite a rollercoaster filled with trials, loss, emotional turmoil, and a lot of reflection.

The entertainment industry has shifted towards a more inclusive and diverse assemblage of characters, without overlooking its global Muslim audience.

Alright, that’s it. I am going to say what is on the minds of mothers of boys with long hair: Stop telling me what I should and should not do with my child’s hair! Many mothers, myself included, are tired of unsolicited advice about their children’s appearance.

Do you know how blessed you really are? You were chosen to come into this world for a great purpose by a Divine Creator Who wants you to succeed.

When my eldest son was just a toddler, he used to imitate his father and I when we prayed. When the time for salah came, he grabbed a small prayer mat he got as an Eid gift and laid it next to ours.