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Hooyo (mother) and Aabbo (father)

By Mohammed Ibrahim Shire. Hooyo: Hooyo (mother in Somali) has two distinctive etymological roots. The first one is ‘hoy’ which stands for home. A building, a room, or a house without people is nothing but an empty physical shell. Like a body without a soul; it’s a spiritless abode. Only when people inhabit it is a haven of harmony established. A haven of love, care, and honour is that truly shapes it into a home. Hoy (home) is a dwelling that’s inhabited, sheltering the occupants from all kinds of elements. Without the people, it can never be called a hoy. In the same manner, it’s the love and joy and presence of hooyo that make any place or any house turn into a home. In short, hooyo symbolises and embodies the proverbial concept of “home sweet home”. The second one is the root word ‘hoo’. Now, hoo has a sundry of meanings, with the prevailing definition implying gifting someone something valuable (e.g., cash, gold, property, etc.) without expecting them to pay you back. We all know that our mothers bear love that is unconditional and seemingly endless. And since that love is irreducible to an hourly quantifiable labour, it’s practically impossible to pay back that same love. So essentially, it highlights that hooyo’s unconditional love is a priceless gift that she freely bestows on her children. Aabbo: Aabbo (father in Somali) also has two distinctive etymological roots. The first one is ‘ab’ which describes descent. By inheriting his (sur)name, it’s a direct affirmation and an endearing tribute that you belong to your father’s lineage. What’s more, the importance of the first root word is amplified by the definition(s) of the second root word, which is centred on the word ‘aab’. Aab has two sub-definitions. The first one denotes people who are worthy of your unwavering respect and reverence. So by that definition, it teaches us that our fathers are people that are rightfully regarded with a high degree of respect and admiration. The second sub-definition refers to a constructed vessel that is made from tree barks, and fat is rubbed in to make it waterproof. Similarly, a father’s guidance and affection fill the opening holes that might soak a child’s well-being and his/her developing self-confidence. Makes you think… For more lovely posts like this, check out the Somali Mind Blog. Read the full article

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If you love apple pie or apple crumble, you’ll LOVE this breakfast of Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal! Warm, cozy, and loaded with cooked apples. This homemade apple cinnamon oatmeal really never fails me. According to my daughter it tastes just like a cosy pie. It is made with healthy sugars from fruits so that you are not getting fake boost of energy to last you until your next meal. It’s full of good heart-healthy fuel for a mum like me who needs to chase after 7 people in my home. . Ingredients: 1 medium crisp apple 🍎 about 1 1/2 cups diced 1 medium banana peeled and diced 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (optional) 2 teaspoons cinnamon powder & a little extra for dusting on Top later pinch of salt 2 cups almond milk 1 cup old fashioned oats (or gluten free oats!) 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional) Cooking method: In a medium saucepan turn the heat to medium high, add the milk and after add the oats. Continue to add 1 cup of the diced Apples and 1 diced banana and the pinch of salt. Mix well and turn the heat low: Cook for 3-4 minutes until the apples are softened. Cook, stirring occasionally Add the walnuts (if using), and continue cooking until most of the liquid is absorbed. Divide the oatmeal between two bowls, add a tsp of butter on top of each bowl while the oatmeal is still hot, sprinkle each bowl with the cinnamon and if u want it with more sweetener than the fruits drizzle with a little honey or maple syrup. Serve and enjoy with your family . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #porridge #healthyeating #delicious #fitness #homemade #oats #protein #fit #cleaneating #foodie #healthyfood #food #fitfood #vegan #plantbased #nutrition #healthylifestyle #yummy #oatmeal #foodphotography #breakfast #hooyos_house #glutenfree #healthybreakfast #foodblogger #eatclean #healthy #veganfood #banana #instafood https://www.instagram.com/p/B6Ih6vTg5vs/?igshid=1od9xkuzahwdo

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👋 ✌🏻 These beautiful salmon steak were super simple to make. I cooked them on my cast iron in variety of homemade herb butters. My fav herb bitter has to be the garlic and chives butter, I also enjoy sage and lemon pepper butter. Whatever floats ur boat as some would say. . Recipe for herb butter: Parsley and Chive Butter -1/2 cup softened unsalted butter -2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley -1 tablespoon fresh chopped chives -2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed -sea salt and freshly ground pepper Method: -Allow the butter to soften. -Mix the parsley and chives together and then stir them into the softened butter and slowly add the lemon juice, stirring constantly. Mix in sea salt and pepper to suit your taste. . Cooking the salmon steak method: - In a large cast iron on medium-high heat, heat the butter. Then Add salmon -Season salmon on both sides with salt, pepper and paprika and cook each side until bottom is golden, 5 minutes, then flip and repeat the seasoning you can season with honey and lemon juice whilst still on the cast iron juice, honey, and red pepper flakes. Cook until salmon is cooked through, another 5 minutes, spooning sauce over salmon as it cooks. Garnish with Sliced lemon before serving. . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #salmon #lunch #dinner #foodstagram #foodie #yum #food #fish #muslimahfood #photooftheday #herbbutter #fresh #yummy #delicious #recipevideos #instafood #foodlover #hooyos_house #eeeeeats #love #sashimi #healthyfood #stepbystepcooking #tasty #foodphotography #foodblogger #eat #restaurant #somalia #playathomemummy https://www.instagram.com/p/B6EJbhQgw5Y/?igshid=nu6ysgdizib

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Longest time no post! But Salam (peace ✌🏻) to all my amazing followers who’ve still stayed even though I hadn’t been posting because of an imminent house move, packing and unpacking with no internet... Myself and a few teachers whom I’ve tagged decided to do a back to school Dinner Hop. I absolutely enjoyed being asked to participate as we all escaped back to our nostalgic school days. I enjoyed all my fellow Teachers school dinners recreations, all were so tasty 😋 . My school school used to offer a very plain jacket potato with beans or spaghetti hoops with a tomato sauce and chips. Instead of making it plain like my school, I’ve decided to make my own homemade beans sauce and topped it with a tender meat on top. Not only did I use white potatoes but sweet potato 🍠 as well and it really complemented all the flavours. It was so tasty and an absolute delight to make. My kids loved and it was gone in no time! . Hop on over to my stories to see how I created this meal (will be saved on my highlights) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #backtoschool #backtoschool2019 #foodiesofinstagram #foodies #yummy #somalifoodblogger #jacketpotato #sweetpotato #storyhopper #storyhop #mozarellacheese #juicymeat #howto #recipevideos #deliciousfood #foodismedicine #foodislife #foodislove #homemade #islam #sunnaheverywhere #muslimah #ukschools #schooldinners #oldschooldinner #schooldinnerstyle https://www.instagram.com/p/B4VNq_FAWg1/?igshid=81mxy17fgjxw

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I got so addicted to making this delicious bowl of goodness that I didn’t even want to try a new breakfast recipe for a while. This breakfast is nutrient packed with tons of protein, iron, magnesium and fibre from the Quinoa alone. The recipe is equivalent to a healthy and delicious chocolate brownie like pudding. Although it’s breakfast designed you can easily have this as a warm, comforting autumn/winter dessert Recipe will shortly be on my stories. If you do give this recipe a try, let me know! Leave a comment, take a picture and tag it @hooyos_house_ on Instagram! I’d love to see your recreation. . . . . . . . . . . . . #quinoarecipes #ricepudding #brownie #healthybreakfastideas #foodie #muslima #islam #hooyos_house #foodieblogger #lifestyleblogger #motherhood #homemade #breakfast #chocolatequinoa #yummy #delicious #foodie #instafoodies #stepbysteprecipes #videorecipe #chocolate #fruity #chiaseeds https://www.instagram.com/p/B3Wx7O7g0sR/?igshid=ow09ljkgz1gq

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✌🏻 Long time no post! Balsamic and oregano 🌿 chicken wings baked in oven. @hooyos_house_ These have been a fave in my house for several years. Sticky, slightly sweet, and finger lickin’ good. Recipe is up on my highlights 😉 . . . . . . . . . . . . . #yummy #foodie #chickenwingsrecipe #stickychickenwings #delicious #howto #recipevideos #easyrecipes #balsamicglaze #instafoodgram #instaeats #homemade #somalimum #foodblogger #contentcreator #recipedeveloper #sweetandtangy #muslimah #muslima #sunnah #motherhood #foodlover https://www.instagram.com/p/B3KsGwnA1JY/?igshid=1ozn6mclulv7z

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We Have Created Mankind In A State Of Kabad

By Mohammed Ibrahim Shire. The liver is one of the most important laboratories in the body – an incredibly vital organ – that we often take for granted even though it performs key functions. Without it, the body would refuse to function. Everything that we put in our mouth – whether its garbage or otherwise – must go through the liver before it does anything useful elsewhere in the body. In the Qur’an, there is one particular term – an hapax legomena– that caught my attention and that is the term ‘kabad’. Allaah says: ‘Verily, we have created al-insaan (humankind) in a state of kabad’ (4:90). The word kabad (to mean: affliction, distress, toil and trial) shares the same root with kabid (to mean: liver). The liver is in a state of constant suffering in its bid to purify the body’s blood. Its duty is to toil uninterruptedly and graciously – to process the useful and reject the harmful. It’s a resilient organ that’s easy to ignore – until something goes wrong. Just like the liver, mankind is born to struggle and strive; and since we are born to struggle, we are also born to conquer. In a continual state of struggle, humans survive and evolve facing challenges so that their choices have meaning and purpose. The liver is the only organ in the body that, if chopped down to a fraction of its initial size, will rapidly regenerate and perform as if brand-new. It can withstand 80% to 90% loss in function before symptoms occur. Similarly, the human spirit is remarkably resilient, adjusting to seemingly unbearable circumstances, when fortitude and patience are exercised. Suffering of all kinds is necessary for the cultivation and expression of the strength of character. It’s a requisite to navigate through life and accomplish much of significance. The liver has to taste (process) the harmful substances that we ingest before it can commence the detoxification method. Similarly, we have to go through tough times in order to appreciate the change and develop resilience. Without ever tasting any adversity or any knowledge of what it may mean, would the feeling of respite and comfort become meaningless? Without misery, would joy and happiness lose meaning? How would one know how to truly appreciate happiness if they had never felt sadness? Trials are meant to test our resolve, to assess our mettle, to enable us to make the best decisions and compound it with perseverance or reactively wince it with impatience and sprinkling doubt on the certainty (i.e. relief after every hardship). The selfless liver doesn’t complain when faced with an infection, it will proactively fight the good fight until it succeeds or its functions are hampered and even then, it still refuses to complain until it throws in the final towel. We were all born crying whilst our loved ones laughed in happiness for our arrival. We navigate through life’s uncertainties, oscillating between the calm before the storm and the actual storm and in the process build character and establish our authentic self through struggle. We aim to leave this world laughing and feeling content whilst our loved ones will cry at our departure. To the human condition: to joy and loss, happiness and despair, passion and tears, bliss and remorse. Struggle is inevitable so strive beautifully. For more lovely posts like this, check out the Somali Mind Blog. Read the full article

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How To Make Kashmiri Chai - Pink Tea: Step By Step Tutorial

Recently, I’ve been blessed to find out about a long lost relative of ours. Some of them share blood with Yemenis, while other’s share blood with Pakistanis from the land of Kashmir. This is all while being mixed with Somali. It just so seems to me that Somalis and Pakistanis are like magnets to each other. Infact, I have numerous relatives who have married into pakistani families. I stumbled across a picture of this traditional Kashmiri tea on Instagram by a friend @kitchen_diaries_by__Zubda. Her take on this tea was so pretty and it had inspired me to research and make it with my own touch. This tea is pink in colour and has a distinguished and aromatic taste to it, very different from the typical teas we usually have. It is made with green tea leaves, milk, salt and Bicarbonate Soda. The Bicarbonate Soda combined with the Green tea causes a reaction that turns the tea into a ‘tomatoish’ brown colour. Then, when you add the milk to it, you get a nice pink colour. I usually receive many guests,  I have made this recipe on a large scale so that I can refrigerate and use whenever I need it. This allows me to quickly serve the tea  without having to start the long time consuming process of achieving the natural reddish tomatoish brown colour everytime. This recipe is perfect as you will be able to freeze or refrigerate the reddish tea syrup and use as often and as little and as much as you desire Here is my own easy recipe, it looks long but I promise it’s super simple. Let’s begin by first making the ‘tomatoish’ brown colour (deep red). Boil in a large pot 500ml -1 litre of water. Add to the water, 6 large cinnamon sticks broken in halves. Add 10 cardamon pods crushed, and add in 4 tbsp of loose green tea leaves. Add in 1 tsp of Salt. Mix everything very well together until frothy. Using a ladle (a large long-handled hollow spoon usually used for serving soup), spoon the tea up and down and in and out of the pot, as a way to aerate the tea. Do this step as often as possible during the whole process of making this tea. The addition of air is what gives this tea its reddish brown colour and I know what your thinking and yes it’s a pretty intense arm workout! But the results sure pay off. Lower the heat to the lowest level after the tea leaves have boiled, brewed and the water has reduced. Add in 1 tbsp of Bicarbonate soda and whisk vigorously for about 10 seconds. Be careful, we are lowering the gas as the mixture will froth up and pour out of the pot if the heat is too high. Now on medium low heat, continue to allow the tea leaves to brew for 45 minutes to an hour. Do this until you notice the tea has turned into a very dark reddish colour Once you are happy with the colour, drain the mixture using a fine sieve colander until there are no bits. It is now ready for the next step. You can refrigerate or freeze in small batches. On days when using the tea, you can defrost your preferred amount as required. Making the actual tea and achieving the pink colour. Once you are happy with the colour, drain the mixture using a fine sieve colander until there are no bits. It is now ready for the next step. You can refrigerate or freeze in small batches. On days when using the tea, you can defrost your preferred amount as required. Making the actual tea and achieving the pink colour. In a separate pot on medium high heat add milk according to the amount of  people you are making the tea for, eg, if you are making it for one person you will need one full cup of milk. If you are making for 4 people, you will need 4 full cups of milk. Add sugar into the milk according to your desired sweetness of tea. Slowly start adding a few tablespoons of the reddish tea mixture that we had made previously and whisk the milk vigorously to achieve a slight froth. The colour of the tea should now be a lovely dark pink. Adjust the milk to the colour of your choice. Pour into cups and serve the pink Kashmiri chai. You will not be able to taste the salt or the bicarbonate Soda but rather you will taste an aromatic sweet distinct flavour. I call this Pink Tea a comforting hug in a cup. The Result...Delicious Kashmiri Chai - Pink Tea

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5 Tips to Make Healthy School Lunch Ideas For Picky Eaters

Now that the summer’s over and kids are back to school, we slowly ease back into our usual daily routines. As mums, it can be difficult to juggle household chores, looking after the other little ones and also packing a healthy lunch for our kids, especially if they are picky eaters. Making a packed lunch for your little one is no easy job. It requires a lot of time and thought, and it's also difficult to actually pack something your child will eat. It is very important your child gets the necessary nutrients he/she needs during their time at school so they can be prepared for learning. Here are 5 tips I use to prepare a healthy lunch for my kids.

1 - Make it fun with your kids

Kids love being given responsibility. This is why it’s always great to get them involved when packing their lunches. Use kebab sticks like this from Amazon and create fun fruit sticks, veg sticks or anything else they fancy. Also, you can shape their foods into some artistic shapes and use fun colours. Prepping food, the night before with your kids can be a great bonding session. Kids are also more likely to eat their food when they prepare them!

2 - Make your snacks yourself

Kids love snacks, and they are also very important for their energy. Making snacks yourself can be great compared to buying them, as they are much lower in sugar, salt and saturated fats. Here are a few examples you can use which I love: Chocolate chip energy bites Rainbow fruit skewers Healthy flapjacks

3 - Make sure your kids are having a balanced diet

Kids need to eat a balanced diet to get all the nutrients they need. Using foods from different food groups is essential when packing your child’s lunch. Using the “Eatwell guide” can help you visualise all the foods your child needs as well as giving great advice on what foods to include. Use your imagination and make smart alternatives to food they may refuse. If your child doesn’t like porridge, maybe make flapjacks which are a great alternative. Apples can be made into apple chips and the possibilities are endless; be smart, be creative.

4 - Make sure your child is drinking lots and lots of water. 

Kids should be drinking around 1.5 litres of water a day; more if they are being more active or the weather is warmer. Allow your child to choose their own bottle to promote them to drink water. Also, make it a challenge. Your kids are more likely to drink their water if you make it into a fun game. Say things like “try and drink your whole water bottle while you’re at school” to encourage them to drink plenty of fluids. Also avoid sugary drinks as these can cause kids to get tooth decay, diabetes and can also cause obesity. furthermore, be careful to pack them lots of water. You can make it sweeter and more fun by allowing them to choose and slice fruit themselves that they can add into their water bottles. 

5 - Be a role model. 

The best way for you to encourage your children to eat well, is to eat well yourself. Your kids will follow your footsteps. When they see you eating fruits and veg, and also avoiding packaged preprepared snacks and meals, they are more likely to do the same. You should also promote portion control. For example, saying things like “I feel full” or “I don’t want to eat too much” can teach your child portion control from a young age. Always be careful to speak positively about yourself, try not to say things like “I feel fat” as this can rub off on your child too. Keep positive energy and encourage that positivity in your children.  So, what are your tips and recommendations? Let me know in the comments below. I always love and welcome engaging with my followers. Also, if you dont already, follow me on Instragram and tag @hooyoshouse in your pics, or share using the hashtag #hooyos_house. Also, subscribe to my youtube channel and look out for the upcoming giveaways as well as more content and tutorials. Finally, Subscribe to join my newsletter and be the first to recieve all the latest gossip, discounts and special offers. Read the full article

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I absolutely enjoyed making dinner today. It was simple, clean and guilt free and on top of that I feel good. Check out how I made the most fluffiest, flavoursome Quinoa perfect everytime. And check out my stories how I made the salmon... . . . . . #plantbased #quinoa #instafood #eatclean #dinner #veggies #delicious #foodie #cleaneating #healthyeating #homemade #glutenfree #vegetables #muslimah #sunnaheverywhere #healthyfood #food #healthy #yummy #foodphotography #foodstagram #diet #healthylifestyle #fitness #guiltfreefood #hooyos_house https://www.instagram.com/p/B19g3fwgiso/?igshid=xtwduz8cetcj

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The Secret Method to Cook the Perfect Nutty Quinoa in 7 Steps

My first time eating Quinoa was when I had bought a ready made quinoa salad for a quick lunch. To be frank, I absolutely hated it. Infact, I tried to digest it and like it but the more I ate, the more I felt put off by the bitterness of the quinoa. It felt like I was eating raw chickpeas! Since then, I had been put off for life.  However, Just recently I decided to give Quinoa a second chance and decided to cook it myself. I can reassure you that there was no bitter or chickpea after taste but rather a nutty flavour. This was due to the Secret method I used to prepare it before cooking which I will share with you in this article. This recipe is super simple and really hands off. The instructions look long, but I swear it is super simple. Scroll down for the full recipe plus a short video showing my technique on how to cook perfect quinoa; every time. I’ve tried this a few times and this method works perfect in getting fluffy flavoursome quinoa every time. 

Step 1 

Rinse 1 cup and half of quinoa under running cold water for about 2 minutes rubbing the quinoa together. (This will stop it from sticking together). Drain well using a fine mesh colander. This step removes any bitterness on the outside of the quinoa (caused by naturally occurring saponins). The secret

Step 2

Once rinsed and drained well, pour the quinoa in a large non-stick frying pan on medium high heat. Cook the quinoa until it has turned nutty brown and starts to ‘pop’ – this will take 10-15 mins. Stir every so often to avoid the quinoa from burning. 

Step3

Meanwhile, bring a large pan on high heat and add 2 tbsp of oil. Add in the cooked and roasted Quinoa and Mix well with the oil. 

Step 4

Add in 2 cups of boiling kettle water. The ratio for cooking Quinoa is similar to cooking rice: 1 cup quinoa = 2 cups water  To make your quinoa flavoursome why not try to add chicken/meat broth or vegetable stock to give a burst of flavour. I chose to not add stock, spices and salt as I am looking to use the leftover quinoa to make a fruity porridge.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then decrease the heat to the lowest heat setting once the quinoa has absorbed most of the water. (about 10 miniutes in) 

Step 6

Cover the pot and leave on the lowest heat to gently simmer for a further 10 minutes just as you would cook rice.

Step7

Remove the lid and fluff the quinoa with a fork. Season with salt or drizzle olive oil and a clove of garlic whilst the quinoa is still warm for extra flavour. You can add it into salads or make porridge's as the list is endless.

The Result...

Why dont you give it a go and let me know in the comments below how you got on. I always love and welcome engaging with my followers. Also, if you dont already, follow me on Instragram and tag @hooyoshouse in your pics, or share using the hashtag #hooyos_house. Finally subscribe to join my family and be the first to recieve all the latest gossip, discounts and special offers. Read the full article

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Here is my recipe of my favourite breakfast smoothies. It’s a great way to boost intake of fruit, give yourself a shot of calcium as well as vitamins and minerals. . Recipe: - 100g fresh strawberries or raspberries - 2 ripe bananas - 500ml semi skimmed milk or Soy milk - fat free Greek yogurt or biopot yogurt -3 tbsp oatmeal (optional) -1tsp ground cinnamon . Method: cut the bananas 🍌 into chunks and place into blender along with remaining ingredients. Blend on high speed until smooth. Pour into glasses and serve immediately . . . . . . . . . . . #familyfirst #mytinytribe #familyforever #eatclean #healthydiet #healthylifestyle #healthyeating #eatwell #eeeeeats #healthyfood #motherhoodintheraw #momlifestyle #bestofmom #cleanliving #mindfulliving #healthyhappylife #healthmatters #breakfast #mindbodyspirit #nourishyourself #smoothie #foodography #foodlover #foodforfoodies #appetite-journal #foodaddict #hooyos_house #foodblog #foodblogger #fooddiary https://www.instagram.com/p/B1v5GlLg9-q/?igshid=orwe50t7fpzy

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5 Ways to Avoid Social Anxiety after Pregnancy

Having a baby can be the happiest time of our lives, but unfortunately for some mums this isn’t always the case. Having anxiety after pregnancy can happen to the best of us. However, for some mums it can be a real problem, and they may need professional help. Here are some of the signs you should look out for, if you or one of your loved ones have not been feeling like themselves lately. Anxiety isn’t just about feeling anxious. It’s feeling like something bad is about to happen with no reason. There is no trigger when feeling anxious and stressed, and the feeling won’t go away. These are some of the signs you should look out for. · A persistent feeling of sadness and low mood · You no longer have interest in things you used to enjoy · Feeling tired all the time · Difficulty sleeping · Loss of appetite · Feeling like you can’t look after your little one · Difficulty bonding with baby · Frightening thoughts If you or someone you know may be experiencing these symptoms, encourage them to speak to their GP or health visitor as soon as possible, so you can get the support you need. Here are some tips I use to avoid social anxiety after birth.

READ QURAN EVERYDAY

Whether you are treating yourself from depression, anxiety or any other mental disease. You need to make sure your reading Qur’anic verses and hadith which are recommended in sharee’ah as a means of ruqya. Ensure you are reading your daily adhkaar, and your reading Quran often. Allah (SWT) says: “Verily, in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest.” (13:28) When you come across these verses and you believe and trust that Allah Is in control of your life, and you know Allah will give you what is best, all your fears and anxiety will go away. You know someone is looking after you. Pour out all your problems to Allah and he will never let you down. Finally, remember everything passes and how your feeling now won’t be how you are feeling in a couple months’ time. So, this pain you are feeling won’t last forever - hang in there!

HAVE HONEY

Have honey in the morning. Allah (SWT) says: “Then, eat of all fruits, and follow the says of your Lord made easy (for you). There comes forth from their bellies, a drink of varying colour wherein is healing for men. Verily, in this is indeed a sign for a people who think.” (16:69) Honey is known to relieve anxiety, it’s natural and delicious! You can’t go wrong.

ASK FOR HELP

Ask someone for help with the new baby. Having a new person to look after can be very difficult, especially after giving birth. Your body will be sore and tired and your feet will be swollen. Furthermore, Your human and it’s only natural that you would want to sleep. To keep yourself mentally and physically healthy it’s very important to have plenty of rest. Don’t be afraid to ask for help.

PAMPER YOURSELF

Having a relaxing day to pamper yourself is important. It’s easy for us women to be so busy with baby that we forget about ourselves. Remember you are important too! Do your hair, put some makeup on - whatever makes you feel good about yourself. When you look good, you feel good, and your baby will thank you for it.

READ ESSENTIAL DUAS

It was narrated Ahmad (3528) from ‘Abdullah ibn Mas‘ood, who said: The Messenger of Allah (blessings and peace of Allah be upon him) said: “No person suffers any anxiety or grief, and says: ‘Allaahumma innee ‘abduka wa ibn ‘abdika wa ibn amatika, naasiyati bi yadika, maadin fiyya hukmuka, ‘adlun fiyya qadaa’uka, as’aluka bi kulli ismin huwa laka sammayta bihi nafsaka aw anzaltahu fi kitaabika aw ‘allamtahu ahadan min khalqika aw ista’tharta bihi fi ‘ilm il-ghaybi ‘andak an taj’ala al-Qur’aana rabee’ qalbi wa noor sadri wa jalaa’a huzni wa dhahaaba hammi (O Allah, I am Your slave, son of Your slave, son of Your female slave, my forelock is in Your hand, Your command over me is forever executed and Your decree over me is just. I ask You by every Name belonging to You which You named Yourself with, or revealed in Your Book, or You taught to any of Your creation, or You have preserved in the knowledge of the unseen with You, that You make the Qur’an the life of my heart and the light of my breast, and a departure for my sorrow and a release for my anxiety)’ but Allah will take away his sorrow and grief, and give him in their stead joy.” It was said: O Messenger of Allah, should we not learn them (these words)? He said: Yes indeed; whoever hears them should learn them.”  Classed as saheeh by al-Albaani in as-Silsilah as-Saheehah, 199, Ahmad, 3528. Classed as saheeh by al-Albaani in as-Silsilah as-Saheehah, 199. 

EXERSISE

Regular exercise reduces the symptoms of anxiety as it helps to balance the chemicals the body produces when its feeling anxious. Exercise also improves one’s mood and wellbeing. It is a great way to improve sleep, especially during those first couple months after giving birth. Also, we all know how much we are all deprived of sleep when caring for our little bundles of joy when they are first born. It also helps you to get your prepregnancy body back so you can feel better too.

YOU ARE NOT ALONE

You’re not the only one. A lot of new mums go through post natal anxiety. It can be very beneficial for you to go to mummy classes after giving birth. These classes can help with ways to help you look after your little one as well as hearing other mums’ experiences. Your child will learn social skills quicker and easier. Also, it’s a great way to network with other mums and babies who are going through the exact same thing. We ask Allah to protect us and you from the evils of anxiety and worry, and to open our hearts to faith, guidance and tranquillity. So, what are your personal experiences and how did you overcome them? Please leave me a comment below, I always love and welcome engaging with my followers. Also, if you dont already, follow me on Instragram and tag me with your favourite products. Finally subscribe to join my family and be the first to recieve all the latest gossip, discounts and special offers. Read the full article

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8 Beauty Products that Actually Work

I constantly get asked about my skincare, body and haircare routines and what products I use. This month I wanted to share some of my favourite products.

'Magnitone Facial Cleansing Brush'

I am absolutely in love with this product which has done wonders for my oily skin. Furthmore, I’ve been using it daily for the last 2 years, and packed it in my hospital bag when giving birth. It works by deep-cleansing, massaging and toning your skin at the same time. So yes in a nutshell, it literally vibrates the dirt and impurities out of your pores! I immediately noticed the difference. Infact, my oily skin felt very deeply cleansed than ever before. I have also noticed that my other skincare products have been much more effective and well absorbed on my skin. I have never looked back since.

'Clinique 3 Step System for Oily Skin'

I purchased the Clinique 3 step system in a sale a while back. It is great value for money and a little goes a long way. I use the liquid facial soap with my magnitone brush, and It sits right next to my sink for easy access. Most importantly, it gave me a deep clean and removed all of my makeup easily.

'Clarifying Lotion No.3'

This product is great for when using heavy makeup. Using a little pad to give me that extra deep clean ensures all the impurity’s are completely removed.

'Clinique Moisture Surge 72-Hour Hydrator'

I first received a sample of the lightweight gel-cream when I made a purchase at lookfantastic. After using this moisturiser, my husband gave me really good feedback on my skin; It looked and felt really hydrated. Now, every time i use it, my skin glows and this is the one product I absolutely love for my skin.

'The Ordinary Ascorbic Acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2%'

This potent formula combines two of the most powerful brightening agents in skin care. It contains pure vitamin C and alpha arbutin which are both solubilised in a completely water-free formula. Additionally, this gives perfect stability making it perfect for oily skin. At first, you might notice it feeling oily but then it absorbs into the skin and does wonders. After 3 months of use, It has reduced my dark spots, evened out my skin tone and my skin is noticeably brighter. However, make sure you compliment it with a good quality sun screen.

'Victoria’s Secret - Moonlit Kiss Body Mist'

As a Muslimah, I truly Cherish a strong body mist. I wear this under my clothes so that when I walk past any strangers, it doesnt leave a scent trail behind me. However, when I stay at home, I usually wear this body mist with 'Garden of Good Eva' parfum by Benefit. In my opinion, they are a beautiful combination especially if you like to layer different fragrances to create a unique scent.

'Benefit - Garden of Good Eva'

I absolutely love how clean and refreshing this perfume is while at the same time being sweet. It has a crisp & fresh citrus floral and musky smell! Top notes are: pear, watermelon, ozone accords, muguet Middle notes: rosebud, jasmine petals, green violet leaves, freesia Bottom notes: sandalwood, musk, cedarwood.

'ORS Olive Oil Creme Hair Dress'

On the jar it clearly states, “Extra Rich For Dry, Thirsty Hair". I noticed a big difference in the first two days of using this product. The postpartum breastfeeding and hair shedding has dramatically decreased. It also softens and provides a shine to dull, lifeless hair. Furthermore, I am seriously enjoying this product own hair as well as my girls. Also, It is amazing that it does not shrink the hair as it does contain glycerin. So, what are your personal preferences and what are your favourite must have products? Have you used any of these products and what was it like for you? Please leave me a comment below, I always love and welcome engaging with my followers. Also, if you dont already, follow me on Instragram and tag me with your favourite products. Finally subscribe to join my family and be the first to recieve all the latest gossip, discounts and special offers. Read the full article