Dates are key in a lot of homes during Ramadan. Especially in our house, not having a date to open our fast was seen as nearly being a sin. Lol. Ramadan is a tradition celebrated by Muslims all over the world. We come together for a month of fasting and completing charitable acts within our […]
The Holy month of Ramadan concludes with the festivities of Eid, a day shared with family and friends. It is a very social occasion, in which Muslims try to mend broken ties, visit relatives and invite guests to share the celebrations. For the growing number of Muslim converts, however, Ramadan can be a very lonely […]
These Kids Activities By Muslim Mummies guide was made because we are seeing Muslim parents currently stuck at home. Along with having to homeschool, Muslim parents are also having to manage work, household tasks and other things. Amongst this, it is well known that kids to sing “I am bored” around the house, to the […]
Wondering what hijab styles to flaunt this winter? – So, here we are in December, with the colder months creeping up in the following weeks. We may as well brace the harsh cold in style by taking a little inspiration from some of our favourite modest fashion influencers. I have loved seeing the difference in […]
Disclaimer: This article is a light-hearted take on some of the questions that women are asked (me included). Hopefully, the answers will clear up any doubts that keep clogging up in a lot of people’s minds about hijabs. Hijabs are curious pieces of clothing. Only women wear the hijab, they appear to add a hint […]
It is no doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic has tragically transformed the lives and lifestyles of humans across the globe. Since its rapid transmission across borders, the deadly virus has interfered with several holidays and festivals worldwide, including Ramadan and Eid-ul-Fitr. Its latest victim in its list of targets has been the Hajj pilgrimage. In […]
Is It Back To Normality? The first time we stepped out after staying indoors was surreal. It felt like we had entered a horror movie. A simple trip to Sainsbury’s and all you could see were empty roads in a place that was usually bustling with people. Gradually things have started to get better, and […]
We All Need to Take Action Originally we were going to keep quiet about what happened with an African American named George Floyd. We were debating back and forth in our team as to whether we should say anything as some people have been saying that companies and bloggers are taking a piggyback ride on […]
Children can get very excited about Ramadan because they know it’s a time of celebrating for them, a bit like Christmas or Hanukkah. It’s a really good idea to get your kids Ramadan ready by equipping them with the correct information. Important for Children to understand Ramadan The holy month of Ramadan is fast approaching […]
Why do Muslims fast during Ramadan? Fasting during Ramadan is one of the Five Pillars of Islam along with: Shahada – the declaration of faith, Salah – prayer, Zakat – giving charity and Hajj – pilgrimage to Mecca, which makes it mandatory. The purpose of fasting is to bring one closer to Allah, purify the […]
