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Author: Sana Ansari

10 Family Eid Crafts And Baking Activities!

Eid is almost here and everyone’s getting ready to end their month of fasting! Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations tend to include with a good amount of feasting, gifting and bonding with friends and relatives. And If you have kids at home, you

Sana Ansari May 8, 2021 Article Archives, Family, Friday Fun Read more

Here’s How To Give Back To Your Community From Home

This is a question that many of us may still be struggling with as we finish these last few blessed days of Ramadan. Many of us spent most of the month missing our friends and family and figuring out new

Sana Ansari May 8, 2021 Article Archives, Relationship Read more

Family Activities That Teach The Virtue Of Ramadan

Ramadan is an opportunity to improve ourselves, be thankful for what we’ve been given, and to show generosity and kindness to others. It’s like a month-long intensive boot camp to prepare you for the year ahead but with the goal

Sana Ansari April 30, 2021 Article Archives, Children, Friday Fun Read more

30 Ramadan Quarantine Activity Ideas

Most of the activities for this Ramadan are similar to that of last year. While many of us are still in quarantine, you may need some ideas to celebrate the month of Ramadan with some fun and ibadah (worship). Check

Sana Ansari April 24, 2021 Article Archives, Family, Friday Fun Read more

Ideas For Ramadan Traditions With The Family

Family togetherness during Ramadan is especially important for parents of young children and adolescents. Children’s early experiences of Ramadan informs the feeling and memories they associate with this blessed month throughout their lives. Creating family traditions to get children excited about and engaged with

Sana Ansari April 16, 2021 Article Archives, Friday Fun Read more

Check Out These Ideas For Cultivating Spirituality In Ramadan

“One of the seven given shade on the Day of Judgment is the man who remembered Allah in private and so his eyes shed tears” (Sahih Bukhari narrated by Abu Huraira). The central place of spiritual connection and growth has

Sana Ansari April 16, 2021 Article Archives, Family Read more

Tips To Support Those Struggling With A Mental Or Chronic Illness During Ramadan

For most people, Ramadan is a joyous and unifying experience; a time of spiritual renewal and growth. But for Muslims living with depression and anxiety disorders, the onset of Ramadan can be terrifying. For those existing in the shadows because

Sana Ansari April 16, 2021 Article Archives, Mental Health Read more

7 Ways Fathers Can Plan A Ramadan To Remember

It’s often assumed that mothers are supposed to plan most of the wonderful activities for their children. So how are fathers supposed to make Ramadan special for their families? What does an engaged father look like in Ramadan? Take kids

Sana Ansari April 16, 2021 Article Archives, Family, Parenting Read more

Prepare For This Friday’s Khutba By Checking Out Our Khutba Guide

Given the tragic events that unfolded this week, please encourage your Friday khateebs to talk about suicide prevention.  The FYI Khutba Guide on Suicide Prevention can help them prepare for tomorrow’s khutba. Please share your local mosque, MSA’s, and youth

Sana Ansari April 16, 2021 Article Archives, Mental Health Read more

Resources For Suicide Prevention And Intervention

Not many Muslims know how to address the issue of suicide when they are faced with it. It is often hard to know where to turn for help. These resources can make it easier to know what to do and

Sana Ansari April 16, 2021April 16, 2021 Article Archives, Mental Health Read more
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