My Muslim Family Podcast

With poor mental health skyrocketing since the pandemic, our children's mental health is something on many parents' minds. In this episode, we speak to Dr Amina Al-Yassin about the most common mental health conditions she sees in children, the red flags parents should look out for, and what we can do as parents to best support our children with their mental health. Dr. Amina is a doctor, dual accredited in pediatrics and general practice and is undertaking a clinical fellowship to improve access to early mental health services. She is also the director of mental health and well-being projects for Al-Ayn- Iraq's largest orphan care charity.
You can keep up with Dr Amina Al-Yassin's work here: https://www.instagram.com/draminaa/

Many, if not all parents, and especially mothers are constantly seeking the elusive balance between all the responsibilities, expectations and roles in life. In this episode Zainab speaks to experienced educator and popular podcaster Mindful Muslimah who sheds light on this pertinent topic and dissects it in depth, drawing on Islamic values and historical role models to inspire and guide us to achieving true satisfaction and fulfilment in all aspects of our lives.

Mindful Muslimah is a mother of 5, licensed educator of 25 years and big sister to the Muslim community.

In her work as an educator, she has taught tens of thousands as an instructor, teacher trainer and consultant for the US Department of Education. She then moved to Dubai to help start up American Islamic school.

She is best known for her role as a host on the 5-Star Rated Podcast Mindful Muslimah Speaks that has reached 4.9 Million in 150 plus countries. She is passionate about helping women balance their life in the West, while maintaining their Islamic Identity.

In the UK, it is estimated that 1 in 4 pregnancies end in loss during pregnancy or birth. A surprising number of babies die very early in life too. In this Baby Loss Awareness Week special, podcast host Zainab speaks to Laila who bravely shares her experience of losing her new baby 10 years ago. We explore family life after losing a baby as well as what our Muslim community can do to support one another more during such a difficult life event.

Useful links covered:

Baby loss awareness website full of stories and support for families: https://babyloss-awareness.org/

Children of Jannah: providing support for bereaved families with a dedicated helpline, meeting groups and resources.

https://www.childrenofjannah.com/

Laila mentioned a book called ‘ A gift for the bereaved parent’ by Zamir Hussain. The book contains quotes from the Quran and Hadith.

Buying and cooking nutritious food that everyone will eat can be a real challenge for parents. This is not helped by the plethora of information, scientific evidence and constantly changing advice around what best to eat, how and when. In this episode, we go back to basics with Specialist paediatric dietitian Tehseen Musafa to explore fussy eating, power struggles as well as injecting fun and connection into family meals.

In this previously recorded episode, Neil speaks to host Mohammed Jawad about his unique insights into the many challenges faced by our teens today including peer pressure, social media and image and not forgetting feelings of isolation post the Covid pandemic

Parents of teens and pre-teens can take valuable tips and advice on how best to help their children navigate this tricky but opportune time to build character, strengthen faith and connect with family, friends and the wider world.

Neil Nasser is a life coach with much experience guiding and supporting teens and youth in the community. Follow him on instagram @nmnlifesolutions and nmnlifesolutions.com