Body shaming is degrading, and it often leaves negative consequences on a child’s physical, mental, and spiritual health. Although it can be a tool or fuel for bullying behavior, body shaming is also executed across culture and the media, both online and print.
The winter holidays can be intimidating for Muslims trying to preserve their faith and traditions in a majority non-Muslim land. We feel constantly surrounded by colorful décor, Christmas tunes, seasonal sales, and the familiar, warm spiced scents of the winter holidays.
When my first son was born over 15 years ago, without knowing when, where, or even if it would ever be published, I started compiling a list of beneficial information for new mothers about breastfeeding.
As parents, we know that having a peaceful home is nearly impossible with busy children plowing through our living space. In any location that houses little people, noise, toys, crumbs, crayons, and messes abound. However, this does not mean that we cannot have a peace-filled home.
According to Quranic guidance and the teachings of our beloved Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, our dua or supplication transcends the test of time, generations, and life’s greatest trials. We should never feel shy or ashamed to turn to Allah, even when things seem hopeless.