1. Start Young

This is the most important way to get kids, even toddlers in the Ramadan spirit. If you don't start young, you can't expect kids to just know how to fast, pray or know their Deen. Expose them to Quran as soon as they are born. When you pray, lay them down in front of you. As they get older, they will be already familiar with it. I know sometimes it is tough especially for us moms to focus on our prayer if there is this super cute baby in front of you. Sometimes my husband and I would take turns so we could focus on our prayer. Honestly, after a while you just get used to it. Safa only at 18 months old will take out her small prayer rug and stand and even do the hand motions when saying Allahu Akbar. She's learned how to say Ameen and make dua. And whats one of her favorite fruits? Dates! She loves them and asks for them all the time. We didn't start in Ramadan though, we started as soon as she was able to chew them. As a child I did not like dates because I wasn't exposed to them till Ramadan so it was really unfamiliar. I wanted to change that for Safa. We didn't do anything special. We just exposed her since she was a baby!

2. Read

Find as many Islamic books as you can and read to them! Again, from a very young age. Last year we got many books as gifts for Ramadan and Eid and those are her favorite ones. Especially the Golden Lanterns. She's memorized every page. My favorite part about reading this book is when Safa points to the page with a mom wearing hijab and says "Mama!" It's so heartwarming that she can find herself and her family in a book. Something, that we didn't have as children. Here are the books we have so far! 

The Shapes of Eid, According to Me

Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns: A Muslim Book of Colors

It's Ramadan, Curious George!

Rashad's Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr!

Lailah's Lunchbox

The Little Girl says Alhamdulillah

3. Decorate the House

During Ramadan and Eid, decorate the house! Get them excited for Ramadan and Eid. As a child, I always loved how pretty Christmas time was because of all the beautiful decor everywhere. I'm sure we all secretly wanted a tree to decorate. I definitely see families now decorating for Ramadan and Eid. There are more companies now that have specifically decor for Ramadan and Eid. Safa is a little young to get excited for Ramadan but I still love to decorate. As she gets older I'll definitely be adding a 30 day calendar with rewards to encourage her to fasts. But we have a while for that!

    

Some of my favorite companies: 

Hafsa Creates, Karama Company, Norisa Designs 

4. Take them to the Masjid

My parents made sure to bring me to the masjid since I can remember. Quran classes, Sunday school and Jum'ah are all a part of my childhood memories. When we moved form New York to New Jersey, the first thing I did was go to the local Masjid and find YM. It was my safe place, it's where I made my first friends in NJ and who, I still hang out with 12 years later! You want to make the masjid your childs' community. You can't take them when they "have to go" and expect them to love it. Like I said, start young!

5. Be a Role Model. 

 

The most important tip of all. Be a role model. Kids learn all through example. No matter what you say or how many times you say it, they will follow exactly what you do. If you show your love for Ramadan and worship, your kids will too. Always remember though, they are kids. Make it light and easy for them. You want them to want to pray and fast because they love to not out of fear of being punished. 

Hope these tips were helpful. 

Ramadan Mubarak!!

Ramadan is here and I have the perfect--well 5 perfect abayas for you! Ramadan is really about focusing on yourself and your connection with God. So needless to say you don't really have time to dress up and think about what to wear. I have found 5 amazing abayas and dresses that combine comfort and style and are both wearable and durable. They are all catered to a different type of women of all styles and ages! I personally love all of them. 

1. Inayah's Side Split

Dress: Inayah // Scarf: Inayah // Jeans: Forever 21 // Bag: Forever 21 // Shoes: Nine West // 

This is by far my favorite! There is not one article of clothing from Inayah I do not like. If I could, I would buy out the whole website! This dress above with slits is comfortable and really light. With Ramadan in the summer, lightweight material is on the top of my list. Inayah also has more stylish abayas if you have any events you need to attend. 

Some of my other favorites:

Mink Abaya // Kimono Abaya

2. Sootarra's Flowy Elegance

Top & Hijab: Sootarra // Sandals: TJ Maxx / Bag: Zara 

Hi Lo Top
This dress is definitely carries more style then anything else, however, it is perfect for those Ramadan iftars! Definitely throw this on for an iftar party at a friends house and it can easily transition for tarawih at the masjid. It is a statement piece by itself that you don't need to add much to it. Check out more of their amazing pieces. Andddd it has pockets!

Another favorite: Maxi Dress

3. BulBul's Traditional Abayah

We all need a traditional black abaya. I've had this one for years from BulBul Clothing. This is more of a local gem in NJ owned by my dear friend Khadijah. If you're even in the area, definitely check out her charming store in Somerset, NJ! This is my go to abayah on those super lazy nights. The site is currently under construction but will be back shortly!

4. Ahfif's Chic Cover Up

Cover Up

I just bought this beautiful abaya cover up from Ahfif but haven't got a chance to wear it. You'll definitely be seeing this on my insta soon! Sometimes when going to the masjid, I like being simple and covering those dressy desi clothes. This is the perfect cover up instead having to throw a close abaya on top.

5. Aabideen's Pocketed Classic

This last abaya is modern yet functional! It actually has pockets. I usually hate bringing my purse to tarawih so this is ideal for my phone and keys. It's really comfortable and nursing friendly too! They don't have this print anymore but they have many in similar styles! Check them out.

Hope you liked my picks!
What are some of your favorites?

<3 Sania

Tulle Skirt: Delicate Hijabi's // Dress Shirt: H&M // Scarf: H&M 

Here is my second look for Eid. I have been on the hunt for a tulle skirt for a few months now. I found a bunch but none were actually in my price range. I finally found the perfect one at ICNA this year from a small muslim store called Delicate Hijabi's. They had this tulle skirt in so many different colors. I fell in love with this white one! The best thing is they will mail it to you in 1-3 days so you can get it in time for Eid!! They have tulle skirts, some other beautiful skirts, dresses and palazzo pants.

I decided to pair the skirt with a casual floral top and black hijab. Lastly, I added a dainty headpiece. This outfit is especially perfect for the day time during Eid. If I didn't have to wear desi clothes, I would without a doubt wear this for Eid :)

Good luck Eid shopping, I'll have one last look this weekend for you guys!

with love,

sania

Palazzos: Zara // Top & Belt: Windsor // Scarf: H&M

I cannot believe that Eid is NEXT week! SubhanAllah this Ramadan flew by. Been a pretty tough one for me but alhamdulilah I'm home this and next weekend and totally loving it! So I decided instead of compiling so many looks for one post, I give you Eid inspirations one by one. So here is my first look for Eid and probably my favorite. By now, you should have a pair of palazzo pants in your closet. If you dont, get them now! Many stores have them but my favorites are of course at zara. They are reasonable priced and of pretty good quality. I been wanting to do a peplum with skirt/palazzo pants look and finally got the change to do it. But I didn't want it to look out of shape so I added a gold plated belt to give it some structure.

Since this outfit is simple, try adding a headpiece to give it some pizzazz for Eid. I love headpieces and think they look so royal. It adds so much to a simpler look. You can wear it inside or on top of your hijab, whatever suits you best. For makeup, I went for a smokey eye and nude/pink lips. 

Hope you enjoyed the first look. InshAllah I'll be doing two more before the end of Ramadan. May Allah accept all our fasts and help us take advantage of the immense baraqah! 

with love,

sania 

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