Motherhood is one of the most profound roles a woman can undertake, yet it is also one of the most demanding. In a world filled with conflicting advice and relentless challenges, Muslim mothers often wonder how to navigate this sacred journey while staying true to their faith. This course is a comprehensive guide that blends Islamic wisdom with practical strategies, empowering you to fulfill this role responsibly.

From the moment of conception to the turbulent teenage years you'll learn how to create a loving and values-driven family environment, and approach challenges with resilience and clarity. Whether it’s dealing with modern parenting pressures, fostering a strong parent-child bond, or navigating difficult conversations, this course provides you with actionable tools and insights to help you flourish as a mother.

But this isn’t just about the children—it’s about you. We delve deeply into the significance of self-care, setting healthy boundaries, and prioritizing your spiritual and emotional well-being. By nurturing yourself, you can better nurture those around you. 

Whether you’re an expectant mother, navigating the joys and challenges of young children, or guiding teenagers through life, this course will equip you with the knowledge, confidence, and faith to embrace the beautiful responsibility of motherhood.

“I deeply benefited from how relevant the course was to modern-day struggles. Navigating Motherhood is a very beneficial course, offering practical advice and realistic examples that make it easier to face the challenges of motherhood as a Muslimah in today’s world.”

“This course was so holistic. I learnt so much about the lies we are fed about raising children and came to understand what it truly means to be a successful parent. I think all mothers (particularly young mothers or mothers-to-be) should take this course, as it covers everything right from the very beginning, even before conception.”

“It’s a very beneficial course and a great eye-opener. I would definitely recommend other mothers to take it. The range of topics covered was varied, broad, and highly relevant. What I enjoyed most was both the content and the delivery.”

“Navigating Motherhood has been extremely beneficial for me. The course was very informative, and Ustadha Myra shared a lot of insightful advice and practical tips for dealing with contemporary issues related to children. May Allah reward her for all her efforts. Her teaching style is amazing — I could keep listening to her for hours. The slides were also very well designed and kept us engaged.”

Maeesha Hashem

“It was very easy to understand Ustadha, as she took her time to explain everything in detail. She didn’t rush through anything I didn’t understand. JazakumAllahu khayran. I would definitely recommend this course.”

“Awesome explanations of each topic! As Muslims we often need reminders about spirituality, religion, and our purpose in life. Rayyan Courses have helped me remember my Deeni responsibilities in such an amazing way. This course has benefited me both spiritually and personally, giving me a broader perspective on what it means to be a mother. I believe other Muslim sisters will also find in it valuable guidance and a clear perspective on motherhood.”

Transform your parenting journey into a path of spiritual fulfillment and lasting impact.

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Course Curriculum

    1. Welcome!

    1. Session 1

    2. S1 Slides

    3. Session 1 Quiz

    1. Session 2

    2. S2 Slides

    3. Session 2 Quiz

    1. Session 3

    2. S3 Slides

    3. Session 3 Quiz

    1. Session 4

    2. S4 Slides

    3. Session 5

    4. S5 Slides

    5. Session 4 & 5 Quiz

    1. Session 6

    2. S6 Slides

About this course

  • £59.00
  • 31.5 hours of video content

Why Take This Course?

This transformative course will encourage you to engage in deep soul searching to rectify your intentions and align your parenting at every step with your ultimate goal, equip you with necessary fiqhi rulings to ensure compliance with the Shari’ah, facilitate prioritization and management of expectations, and impart practical, realistic guidance rooted in Islamic teachings and age-old wisdoms.

  • Precursors to Successful Parenting

    Understand the importance of self-improvement, fostering a strong husband-wife relationship, and setting clear parenting priorities while navigating the demands of modern parenting, recognizing internal limitations, addressing external challenges, and managing disappointments effectively.

  • Conception and Pregnancy

    Explore the fiqh of intimacy, contraception, and birth control; gain guidance on dealing with infertility, IVF, miscarriage, and abortion; and learn about spiritual preparation and maintaining physical and emotional well-being during pregnancy.

  • Child-Birth and Newborn Care

    Discover the rules and etiquettes of childbirth, the Sunnahs related to newborns, the significance of naming a child in Islam, and guidance on breastfeeding

  • Instilling Values and Identity

    Discover the importance of good communication, essential values, and character building, while learning how to instill confidence and healthy self-esteem, balance volition and self-control, and address common questions children ask with clarity and wisdom.

  • Self-care for Mothers

    Learn how to find the balance between self-centeredness and self-sacrifice, understand the importance of self-care, set healthy boundaries, and explore practical self-care tips for busy mothers.

  • and so much more!

    Importance of a Happy Childhood
    To School or Not to School?
    Importance of Community
    Instilling Love of Allah
    Understanding Teenage Minds
    Managing Expectations
    Navigating Difficult Conversations
    Planning for the Years Ahead

What will you learn in this course?

This course aims to provide the student with the following outcomes:

  • Learn how parenting fulfills the greater purpose of our existence and aligns with our ultimate goal.

  • Setting parenting priorities and gaining a realistic perspective into the impact of internal limitations and external pressures on our ability to achieve our goals.

  • Understand the fiqh of conception, pregnancy, and childbirth, alongside emotional and spiritual preparation for raising a child.

  • Discover how to equip your children with indispensable values, self-esteem, and confidence in the early years while fostering a deep love for Allah and the Sunnah.

  • Understand the teenage mindset and learn strategies for navigating difficult conversations and preparing them for adulthood.

  • Find the balance between self-sacrifice and self-care, with practical tips to maintain your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

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Instructor

Ustadha Myra Hamid

Course Instructor

Ustadha Myra Hamid studied the Dars e Nizami curriculum and completed the Wifaq al Madaris al Arabiyya Pakistan 'alimiyyah program, after which she did her specialization in Ifta from Whitethread Institute in the UK. She graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelors in World Politics from Hamilton College, New York, and obtained a Masters in Political Science from the University of Maryland at College Park, USA. As an undergraduate student, she also studied at the International Islamic University Malaysia, the Center for Cross Cultural Learning in Rabat, Morocco, and Johns Hopkins University in Maryland, USA. Ustadha Myra is an International Coaching Federation credentialed Life Coach with specializations in Youth Coaching and Relationship Coaching. She is also a certified Mentor and Support Group Facilitator and an experienced Trainer. Ustadha Myra runs an online institute of traditional Islamic education and tarbiyah for women, and regularly counsels students individually and in tarbiyah sessions on how to live their practical day to day lives according to the shari'ah and sunnah, with a deep love of Allah SWT and His Messenger SAW as their guiding light. She is passionate about women's holistic wellness and empowerment and builds these themes into her teaching and guidance. She also runs multiple groups for women to answer their everyday fiqhi questions, and also works for the Whitethread Fatwa Center.

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