Month: September 2015

Lead by example

One of the hardest things about parenting is not knowing if the techniques that we are using now will result in a hard working and competent adult.  It will take many decades before we see the final result of all our hard work. One of the things we can do in the present is to set an example in our daily lives so they can … Read More Lead by example

Long cardigans

Eid mubarak! Hope everyone got to enjoy their Eid with family and friends. Today’s fashion post is about long cardigans. Whenever I wear one, I get tons of compliments from hijabis and non hijabis alike. These were really light and handy during the summer months and can easily be layered and transition into fall. They are sold at a number of online hijab boutiques … Read More Long cardigans

Preteens and body image

A few days ago, I overheard my 10 year old daughter telling her stuffed Minnie that she was fat and that her minnie was fat too. It was heartbreaking. I have read all the articles about how moms should not criticize themselves in front of their daughters and I have never called myself fat in front of her, I honestly am not the type … Read More Preteens and body image

Fall Fashion for the mature hijabi

 Fall is right around the corner and is easily my favorite season. The vibrant hues of the leaves whirling in the brisk wind, cups of hot apple cider, that little chill in the air is a wonderful reprieve from the hot and humid summers down in the South. For the hijabi, it’s also a time to break out our modest fashions. Here is my … Read More Fall Fashion for the mature hijabi

avoid burnout

As a working mom, it is quite easy to work ourselves too much. Most moms in general are always overworked but as a working mom, we need to get everyone ready in the morning, fight traffic on our commute and deal with our personal work situations and commute home and start all our work chores. It can all get very overwhelming and before you … Read More avoid burnout

Kids and electronics

Hey guys! I have decided to split my blog posts into different categories such as parenting, lifestyle and fashion/beauty tips.  This one is about a little but pretty effective rule in our house.. no electronics during weekdays. We actually found this rule from the Obamas and if it’s good enough for the First family, it’s good enough for us! No TV, computer, Ipad, etc, … Read More Kids and electronics

working moms

Welcome friends! This is my first blog post! I have been frustrated with the lack of advice for Muslim ladies over 35 and for working moms in general and have decided to take action instead of sitting around and complaining about it. The goals for this blog are to seek and give advice for the working mom that does not want to compromise on … Read More working moms