The status of women in Islam is that of dignity, honor and respect. The current practices by many Muslim men don’t reflect their true status in our co…
Married
Tips for a Happy and Successful Marriage
The following are some amazing tips that every couple should follow to have a happy and successful marriage: Get married with the right intention and …
I Love You!
This is for all our happily married couples who are getting used to the 3 words “I Love You” and it has become habit of sorts. I know all of us have t…
Love during Ramadan
The religion of Islam is complete, and we are lucky to have received divine guidance in all matters. Be it religious in nature, or be it a part of our…
The Spark is Missing!
People are quick to point to the aptly named “spark” as being the problem in almost all relationships beyond the exciting wedding and honeymoon phase.…
Marital problems… Who should I ask for Help?
As any couple can imagine, it is a very difficult to realization or accept that something is wrong and professional help is needed. Many a times naggi…
Being away from your Loved One
One of the hardest tests of any marriage is spending time away from your spouse. Spending time away from your loved one is a test that a marriage will…
Making Time For Your Spouse
Making time for your spouse is one of the leading factors towards maintaining a healthy marriage. In this fast paced world, a persons scheduled is pac…
Key Advice for the Newly Wed
It is common for scholars and teachers to be asked for their advice on certain topics and situations. As Muslims we put a trust in our scholars and te…
Controlling anger before it controls you!
”I was so angry and in the process divorced my wife! I did not mean to!” How many times have we heard this line? May Allah protect the ummah…Ameen. D…
Interfaith Marriages in Islam
We have received some questions recently regarding interfaith marriages. This is an easy topic but we have to keep in mind that there is a difference …
My Husband won’t help with the Housework!
If there is a universal complaint from wives about their husbands, it would have to be that their husbands don’t help around the house. This complaint…
Long Distance Relationships: Giving Gifts!
When living overseas or staying away from your spouse one of the easiest things to do and possibly the most effective method of telling your spouse ho…
Simplify your Life
We are all striving hard to be the best at work, stay in amazing shape, have an amazing married life, have a beautiful home and the list of perfection…
Agree to Do Your Share of Chores Around Your Home
The issue of chores or housework in a marriage may start off small however it can escalate into larger problems and can eventually ruin the relationsh…
Chores! Chores! Chores! – The Husband Edition
Once the ‘honeymoon’ phase of a marriage is over and the reality of marriage sets in, many small issues may arise that one needs to address right away…
Marital problems… Who should I ask for Help?
As any couple can imagine, it is a very difficult to realization or accept that something is wrong and professional help is needed. Many a times naggi…
When the Ship is Sinking, Throw away the Extra Baggage
When your marriage is in trouble and you’re fighting to keep it from sinking, it’s time to throw away all the extra baggage that’s not helping. You ne…
Exercise your worries away!
There is no magic cure for rifts between husband and wife. But the closest thing is exercise. You’ll lose weight, get fit, become healthier, and find …
Extent of husband’s relatives interfere in their life
What are the rights of the in-laws (the husband’s brothers and sisters) in Islam? Do the father- and mother-in-law have the right of obedience? Do the…
Uh Oh, The Honeymoon is Over!
“And among His Signs is this, that He created for you mates from among yourselves that you may dwell in tranquillity with them, and He has put love an…
Bringing Love Into Marriage
Marriage can be a wonderful experience or an awful one, but for most, it is somewhere in the middle, with ups and downs, twists and turns as we get to…
A Wounded Heart
The sudden dreadful crying and screaming woke Zainab up. She lay on her bed, burying her face into the pillow, trying hard to block out the growing no…
How Exercise Improves Sex
Sex is vital to a healthy marriage. One way to ensure optimal sexual potential is to stay fit. Learn the major ways pumping iron, palates, yoga, runni…
Lowering your Gaze: Reducing Temptation
One of the most difficult thing to overcome is how to reduce our temptation towards each other sexually. After all it’s in our very biological nature …
4 Text Messages Your Wife Would Love to Receive
Women love the feeling of being appreciated, missed and wanted; so surprising your wife with random text messages throughout the day is such a small g…
How to Compromise in Marriage
Marriage is about sharing your whole life with your significant other. From cleaning dishes to life changing decisions – your partner is with you all …
Finances in your Marriage
Money is a big factor within a relationship, and as a family grows many marriages breakup due to financial reasons. Studies have shown that over 40% o…
His Wedding Night Jitters
The myths surrounding the ‘wedding night’ are a source of anxiety for every guy or girl who has passed the age of puberty and looks forward to this sp…
Creating a Family Budget
Marriage brings a whole new load of responsibility on us, life suddenly stops being about us and becomes revolved around the our spouse and children. …