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Pregnancy resources for Muslim moms + FREE Printable
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This is the second blog post under Resources for Muslim moms. In this
section, we talk about videos, courses, books and colouring booklet catering to
the Muslim pregnant women.
Pregnancy is a life-changing and defining phase of one's life
and as practising Muslim women, we should be aware of the Islamic rules and practices
to be mindful of during this period of our life. Here I am sharing some of the
resources that I have personally used and has helped me. Pregnancy is a
mind-body connection, the more aware and mindful we are of it, the better
outcomes we often have. Educating ourselves about not only the physical
strength of the human body but also the resilient energy of the human mind will
help us in having a positive experience.
Pregnancy resources for Muslim moms
1) Fiqh of Pregnancy and Newborns by Sheikh Omer Suleiman
I came across this pearl of
information during my first pregnancy and it helped me immensely. These
lectures explain in detail about all the rulings concerning pregnancy, birth
control, abortions - when it is permissible and when it is not, bringing up a
child with Ihsan and Iman, the high level a pregnant woman is considered,
Aqeeqah, Tahneek and other newborn practices. This covers the entire dos and
donts of what a pregnant woman should know and do.
The Ilmflix website where I first came across this seems to have
been taken down but there are many YouTube videos of the same. This playlist has all
the episodes.
2) Amani Birth - A centre of Birth and Learning
You might have heard of Amani birth books and classes through Facebook groups.
I first came across this via a review shared on Sisters magazine
From the review - It
was the AMANI birth preparation CD and booklet that gave me a sense of
direction. It guided me in a way that stayed true to my religious beliefs. It
is short but very much to the point, and it uses Islamic references all the way
through to help me understand that labour is something
I could survive. The booklet is 32 pages long and is divided into
neat sections. I particularly enjoyed reading the thoughtful note for fathers,
advice for that initial breastfeed, and the section that is dedicated to
relevant and much-needed supplications.
After interacting with an admin on the Amani Facebook page, they
said the books are available in Qatar in Jarir bookstores or we can buy it
online from their website. I haven't got time to explore
Jarir yet! Hope to get a copy soon.
3) Inherent
Birth Pregnancy colouring and affirmation books for Muslimahs
I came across this book when sis Haifa shared it on her Facebook page. I
fell in love with this idea and concept especially since it caters to the
Muslim women directly.
I recently came across the concept of Positive Affirmations and
I know it has already changed my mindset. It is just reaffirming in your mind
what your body is already capable of. So I am pretty glad to find an
affirmation booklet with the Islamic theme. Want a free e-book titled - Positive Pregnancy Affirmation for
Muslim Women - scroll below!
Colouring as I stated before - COLOURING BOOKS reduces
anxiety and creates focus thus relieving stress in a manner similar to
meditation. Concentrating on colouring may facilitate the replacement of
negative thoughts and images with pleasant ones. Colouring books can be used in
daily activity and are a way to get away from technology, which some regard as
beneficial to people’s health.
So hopefully this is an excellent resource for pregnant moms
around.
4) Faithful birthing by Heileen
Zein - Online Teachable courses
A course designed by a Muslimah Doula and childbirth coach for
pregnant Muslimah around. The courses via teachable are geared to Muslim women
and are from an Islamic perspective. The sister has compiled the video series
to provide Muslimah sisters ease in gaining access to crucial information that
would immensely help them in having a successful VBAC/Natural birth. There is
another course that will help women heal from traumatic birth related
experiences. It will include a video series and a workbook that will serve as a
guide throughout the process of healing.
She also provides online birth and life coaching services that
brings a real and positive transformation to the Muslim women community. She
has an active Facebook group catering to support for Pregnant Muslimah - Faithful Birthing
5)Ina May Gaskin- Guide to childbirth
This is not a book with an Islamic
theme. In all honesty, there are some uncensored photos. But this book is the
most recommended reading material by childbirth educators around the world for
women wanting a natural, intervention- free birth and those trying for a VBAC.
I can understand why! Having just finished reading it, I am so totally
enamoured after knowing the actual physical strength of a woman's body and I am
sad I didn't know about this fact during my first pregnancy. It begins
with positive birth stories and then explains in details about how labour is
done in the Farm community, a community headed by Ina May. It talks about the
mind-body connections, the effect medical intervention has on the body and
labour and age-old techniques and practices used during labour in different
cultures of the world. (I have always been curious in Surah Maryam Verse 25 why
Allah commands Maryam AS to shake the palm tree - probably there is a reason
for it - aids in the final stage of labour!) If you are pregnant and want
to have a natural birth or be informed about it, get hold of this book!
POSITIVE PREGNANCY AFFIRMATION FOR MUSLIM WOMEN - FREE E-BOOK
Are your pregnant? Do you want
a list of positive pregnancy affirmations that help you direct your thoughts
back to Allah and keep the positive energy flowing?
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