When it comes to parenting, it is the mothers who naturally receive compliments and criticism, alike. Fathers on the other hand, often get over-shadowed for the role that they play. In Islam, there is great emphasis on the status of fathers.
A boy holds a hand mirror up to his face to see a large, shining zit smiling back at him from his forehead. A second boy looks confused as he questions his body shape in comparison with the male bodies he sees in movies and magazines.
The onset of puberty marks a major milestone in every boy’s stage of life and development. These changes are accompanied with their own set of physical and emotional challenges.
Let’s talk about menstruation. For some, it is the dreaded “M” word no one wants to hear. Also known as menses, period, that time of the month, Aunt Flo, the vacation, and many other euphemisms, the menstrual cycle is a natural process that most women experience in their lifetimes.
Parenting is all about taking charge of and flexing with an ever-changing playing field. The inherent challenges are amplified as your child heads into adolescence.
As a busy working mom, I often forget about the importance of downtime. On a good day, I wake up for fajr and get a morning cup of coffee while the rest of the house is getting back to bed. This quiet time allows me to reflect on many aspects of my life.