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If you want to start homeschooling your child, you’re probably feeling a mix of emotions. You’re excited, anxious and maybe a little scared too. It’s normal to feel this way. If you already home educate your kids, you probably have lots of worries too! That's normal too! In Episode 76 of the Raising Mums podcast, I share why we should overcome our worries and just start homeschooling! Key Points: There are a lot of unknowns when you home educate your children. Despite the illusion, mainstream schools cannot offer children any certainty about their future. But you have chosen to walk a different path.When you worry about tomorrow, you miss now. You miss the opportunity to teach, connect with your children, and enjoy homeschooling Living this way is a recipe for discontent and will lead to poor decisions.Worrying does not prevent problems from happening. It is not a sign of love. When you feel worry, renew you intention, make dua, and pray Istikara: https://bit.ly/3srPw0g Hadith About Worrying

A good education for our children is every parent’s concern and priority. We have been schooled to think of "success" as synonymous with, or at least dependent upon, "schooling". However, as Muslim parents homeschooling in the UK, have we've lost sight and understanding of what a good education truly means? In Episode 75 of the Raising Mums podcast, I talk about how we can instill good character in our children. Key Points: The Quran and Prophet ﷺ spoke extensively about the importance of good character. Although individual teachers may try, the school system school has other priorities over developing noble character traits. Children lead double lives, not just externally, but internally also. When we homeschool, we can priority character, without sacrificing their academic performance. The key to the immediate success of our children in this world, and their ultimate success in the next is our parental responsibility to ensure we nurture balanced, honest human beings who live lives

Our religion values reading since the first verse revealed to our Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was “read” from surah Al-Alaq. Reading is an important part of a homeschooling life and the primary means of gaining knowledge. Children are like sponges and absorb everything they are exposed to. Everything they read will read influences their heart, their way of thinking, and beliefs. This is why it’s crucial for parents to make sure that the children read only good and worthy books. In Episode 74 of the Raising Mums podcast, Ustadha Mehded Maryam Sinclair shares her insight and wisdom in picking books for the Muslim child. This audio recording was a response to a question asked after her masterclass with the mums of Launch Your Homeschool. Mehded Maryam Sinclair is an American writer, teacher, performing artist and student living in Istanbul where she studies, researches, and teaches the lives of the prophets known in the Qur'an to families all over the globe. She helps to inspire Muslim families to love the

Teaching your children about your religion and culture is a significant part of parenting. Ramadan with your kids and other celebrations that you have at home as well as the numerous experiences that you share with your child will assist them with understanding the values that you attempt to instill in them. SubhanAllah, we are now nearing the end of Ramadan, but there is still time to do things which involve the whole family and by doing so ensuring that memories are made, family traditions are started, lessons are taught, and faith is sewn. In Episode 73 of the Raising Mums podcast, I share ways to you can still benefit from Ramadan as a family. Key Points: If you haven't already, explain the significance of Ramadan! It is obligatory and one of the five pillars. But we also seek to attain Allah’s pleasure and to perfect our following of the Messenger of Allah ﷺ so that we attain his companionship. We hope to increase in understanding the Qur’an and act according to it. By avoiding both outward

We start the homeschool year enthusiastically but sadly, the passion to teach our children sometimes begins to fade. Even adults can get bored if they’re doing the same old routine every day. We may start to chose a half-hearted approach as the daily demands of caring for a household and the intense effort required as a homeschooler can drain even the most dedicated parent. In Episode 72 of the Raising Mums podcast, I share that it is ok not to always be passionate about homeschooling! If you don't feel passionate about homeschooling, it's ok! That's not a sign that you shouldn't home educate your children. Long-lasting passion comes after putting in the work; after gaining experience and learning new skills. Don't expect it at the beginning.  Resources for Homeschoolers Mentioned: Get Instant Access to our HUGE LIBRARY of Educational Resources to use with your children. JOIN TODAY! https://ourmuslimhomeschool.com/library Wok with Naila: https://www.instagram.com/wokwithnaila/ Nadia

When making homeschooling decisions sometimes we put too much weight on happiness and what makes our children happy and making sure they always do what they enjoy. Yes, children are an amanah (trust) from Allah SWT and we have certain duties and responsibilities towards them. We must guide them with kindness and mercy, but we also need to equip and prepare our children for the dunya and the akhirah. In this homeschooling podcast I consider that sometimes, homeschooling may involve curriculum, activities, or reading books our children may find hard or don't enjoy. These might not necessarily make them happy but they will benefit them by helping develop their characters and being ultimately being good for their life to come, InshAllah. In Episode 71 of the Raising Mums podcast, I share how we can homeschool for the ultimate happiness, InshAllah. Key Points from this Homeschooling Podcast Episode Happiness is not the only goal for your children and your homeschool.Also consider what is goo

Too often we spend our days drowning in homeschool comparison and looking for that next surefire thing that will magically bring us up to some self-imposed standard. Living in a social media-driven world makes this worse, it is the source of so much of our discontent. We now can compare and judge ourselves 24/7 with other in homeschools UK but also around the world. When we compare ourselves to what others are doing, have, or simply how they are, we are essentially making ourselves feel downright inadequate and deflated – with low self-esteem to match. Listen to my advice on not letting comparison rob us of the joy of homeschooling and learn to appreciate ourselves and our differences. In Episode 70 of the Raising Mums podcast, I discuss the reason why you're not happy homeschooling and what you can do to overcome these feelings. The key points to take away are:- Comparison robs you of clarity and gratitude. It makes you heedless of Allah. When you make a decision for a state of heedlessness,

Ramadan is a month of spirituality and moral values and is a great opportunity for parents to teach their children ethics and values. You can take advantage of this holy month by implanting the beauty of the month of Ramadan in your children’s hearts and minds. During Ramadan, children build important memories which will influence how they feel about Ramadan and other Islamic traditions in later life. Let us try and create meaningful memories and habits by making the MOST of Ramadan WITH our kids. In  Episode 69 of the Raising Mums podcast, we talk about how we can make Ramadan meaningful for all the family. Make the most of Ramadan with your children by trying to:- Ramadan is a time to realign, revive and awaken sprituallySlow down everything, except your spirutal practicesWhen you slow down, you have more time to help your kids connect with the blessed month of RamadanReduce unnecessary commitmentsPreserve your energyRamadan is intrinsically beautiful and special Related: Get Hundreds of FR

You have a lot to do. In addition to all your other jobs and responsibilities, you've also chosen to home educate your children. That's huge! It's no wonder that when you can't keep up with the homeschooling curriculum, you worry they're falling behind. You worry that they're not where they're supposed to be, that you're failing as a homeschooler, and perhaps you should put them in school. But before you jump to that decision, listen to this episode of the podcast! In Episode 68 of the Raising Mums podcast, we talk about feeling behind in your homeschooling curriculum and what you can do to feel more positive about educating your children at home. Get Hundreds of FREE Resources to help you educate your child at home. JOIN OUR FREE RESOURCES LIBRARY HERE: https://ourmuslimhomeschool.com/library If you're feeling behind remember: That story is not serving you of your children. Behind according to what? Compared to who? The belief that life will be better once you "catch up" robs you of the

Deciding to homeschool is a huge undertaking. As you make that choice, you’ll wrestle with emotions of doubt and fear; anxiety and self-loathing; confusion, and utter panic! And when you step out on the other side and boldly make that decision to home-educate, you may assume you’re the victor; that you’ll never face such difficult decisions again. Bad news friend...you will! But using the framework and coaching technique I teach in episode 67 of Raising Mums, will help you to make the right decisions for your Muslim homeschool, insha'Allah. Just click on the play button above to find out more! In Episode 67 of the Raising Mums podcast, we talk about what to do, when you don't know what to do! I share how to overcome confusion and make a decision in your Muslim homeschool with confidence and faith. Key Points: All you have to do is take the next step. Allah will show you what to do after that. Confusion is your brain's way of protecting you from the unknown. You know what you need to do. Find

Homeschooling moms have a lot on their plate. You’re often playing the role of housewife, mom, teacher, wife…and more. Homeschooling is fulfilling, interesting and exciting, but it can also be challenging and just plain hard! Being a homeschool mom can take sacrifice to a new level so it is so important that you take care and have confidence in yourself, but many of us completely ignore our own needs. Listen to the Our Muslim Homeschool Podcast, Raising Mums, to get some practical tips to deal with these challenges. In Episode 66 of the Raising Mums podcast, I share how to Break your Homeschool! Key Points: There is no homeschool without a homeschool mumWithout your health, there will be no homeschool; not now and not in the future.Say "no" and establish healthy boundariesLearn to trust your own decisions and inner wisdom GET YOUR BOOKLIST HERE! The 18 Best Books for Muslim Children 0-5 https://ourmuslimhomeschool.com/booklist Related: How to Homeschool Successfully | Ten Tips from th

Among the countless benefits of homeschooling is flexible scheduling. This means your family has the freedom to learn whenever and wherever you want because the whole world is your classroom! Taking trips with your kids is not only great for learning and socializing but also for creating memories for the entire family. Unfortunately, sometimes, even with all the best intentions, things don't go as expected. So how can you survive the setback? This blog post may contain affiliate links. See Disclaimer for more information. In Episode 65 of the Raising Mums podcast, I share some tips to get your family out and exploring. Key Points to Remember: Taking trips, outside of your regular routine, creates memories and heart connections.Don't discount the small - the joy lies in being together.Plan for the worst - pack well , research, prepare the children ahead.Be present with your children - not distracted by worry or stress, or your phone.Expect something to go wrong on your trip, and when it does k

Homeschooling is often challenging but homeschooling older children can be especially frustrating when you are juggling homeschooling with a 2 year at home! Almost every homeschool mum has been through this, you are not alone! So how can we try and balance the needs of everyone and ensure learning does happen even with toddlers wandering around grappling for your attention? In Episode 64 of the Raising Mums podcast, I share ways to face the challenge of homeschooling with a toddler at home. Homeschooling with a 2 year old, without losing your mind! Consider what motivates your 2 year old to behave that way? Does he want to join in? Is he curious? Is he lonely or bored?Create a consistent routine that your toddler will become used to.Set up the house for success: toddler proof the common areas, special toys for school hours, collect old workbooks for your toddler to reuse, and hide anything that can makes noise or a mess.Children can take turns to entertain their little brother or sister.Plan

Homeschooling is a beautiful way to educate and raise your children. When you look back on your years at home with your children, you will not regret the time you spent with them. But that doesn’t mean it’s always smooth sailing! There will be times when things get tough. You might question other homeschooling options. You may even consider, "Should I continue to homeschool my children?" In episode 62 of the Raising Mums podcast, we talk about what to do when things go wrong! This episode deals with real problems that real women are facing! I'm sharing highlights from Group Coaching Calls inside Launch Your Homeschool . In these calls, other mums, like you, who are trying to educate their children at home, ask me for advice on problems they are facing in their homeschool. This includes questions about: Homeschool curriculum Charlotte Mason HomeschoolingParenting and discipline advice And coaching around the emotions of a homeschool mum. If you'd like to join in these Group coaching calls, you

Homeschooling is a beautiful way to educate and raise your children. When you look back on your years at home with your children, you will not regret the time you spent with them. But that doesn’t mean it’s always smooth sailing! There will be times when things get tough. You might question other homeschooling options. You may even consider, "Should I continue to homeschool my children?" In episode 62 of the Raising Mums podcast, we talk about what to do when things go wrong! This episode deals with real problems that real women are facing! I'm sharing highlights from Group Coaching Calls inside Launch Your Homeschool . In these calls, other mums, like you, who are trying to educate their children at home, ask me for advice on problems they are facing in their homeschool. This includes questions about: Homeschool curriculum Charlotte Mason HomeschoolingParenting and discipline advice And coaching around the emotions of a homeschool mum. If you'd like to join in these Group coaching calls, you

Our time is really valuable and we want to try to ensure we make the most of it. As Muslims time management is an integral part of our religion with the foundation of our 5 daily prayers helping us to structure our day. How do we build on this fundamental foundation and take ownership of our time in order to boost our productivity and get everything done in our homeschool? In Episode 61 of the Raising Mums podcast, I share homeschool productivity hacks, to help you get it ALL done! The key things to try and implement are to:- Honour Your Homeschool day - say "No," don't schedule appointments or run errands during school hours, put away your phone. Time block - Have a blocks of time for homeschooling, cleaning, cooking etc. Be proactive, not reactive - Identify times in your day when things go wrong and ask why. Then you'll be able to identify what you can do to prevent it. Productivity Resource Mentioned The Productive Muslim by Mohammed Faris UK | USA Deep Work by Cal Newp

"Am I Doing Enough?", this question can wreak havoc on your homeschooling schedule, no matter what stage of homeschooling you are in. It is one of the most frequent questions that we hear from homeschoolers.  When you constantly wrestle with the worry over whether or not your children are learning everything they need to learn, it can make you feel drained and question your abilities, so how do you determine whether you are doing enough in your homeschool schedule? In Episode 60 of the Raising Mums podcast, I share what you can do to help ensure you are doing enough in your homeschool schedule. The key messages are to Check state/charter school requirements for schedule and number of hours. We usually have higher standards for ourselves than other people put on us. Are you developing key skills and reading alot? There will be gaps in your children's learning when they leave home, whether your homeschool or they go to mainstream school. Your job is not to fill them with everything

Many homeschool mum’s have shared with us that they struggle with consistency— and they feel guilty because of it. We all know that our children need consistency in their lives. Consistency gives them a sense of security but some days, being consistent with our homeschool routine feels impossible. If you do struggle with consistency in your days, you are not alone In Episode 59 of the Raising Mums podcast, I share 3 Reasons Why You're NOT Consistent in your Homeschool Routine The 3 reasons why you're not consistent in your homeschool routine: It's not a necessityThere are no deadlinesYou're doing it all alone When we're consistent in our homeschooling efforts, the reward for that is confidence. Homeschooling Resource Mentioned Reading Eggs https://readingeggs.co.uk/omhs Summer Reading Challenge https://ourmuslimhomeschool.com/2021/06/reading-challenge-for-muslim-kids.html Launch Your Homeschool is an online course that will hold your hand and walk you through the beginning

Being a mum is amazing! Being with our children every day is such a blessing, but it can sometimes feel lonely too. This podcast is inspired by a recent email we received, and if you are on the same journey and you have ever felt lonely and isolated, this loneliness advice for mums can help you too. "Assalamu alaikkum sis. I'm very emotional and sad and crying at the moment while typing I'm homeschooling my 3yr old and nearly 7-year-old Alhamdulillah academically they are doing well but unfortunately where I'm there is not many homeschool meet-ups but still we often go here and there. I have felt lonely and feel very sad for the kids too. Today my husband was asking shall we put them to school  I don't know what to think or say instead sitting and crying Could you please suggest me any advice sis. Jazakallah."- Sister S This post may contain affiliate links. For more informations, see my Disclaimer. In Episode 58 of the Raising Mums podcast, I share some advice on how to deal with loneliness

One of the best ways to find good educational resources for your Muslim homeschool, is by getting recommendations from friends. Well we're friends, right?! In Episode 57 of the Raising Mums podcast, I share my favorite homeschooling resources from the past twelve months. This Blogpost may contain affiliate links. Please see Disclaimer for more information. Consider this podcast episode a year in review. This isn't just another homeschool curriculum choices list. This podcast episode gives mini-reviews of the resources that really worked for our children! I share with you the books, curriculum, and activities that we are still loving and using months later! Muslim Homeschool Resources Mentioned LAUNCH YOUR HOMESCHOOL WAITING LIST: https://ourmuslimhomeschool.com/courses Ramadan Book Club - https://launchyourhomeschool.thinkific.com/courses/ramadan-book-club Singing Lessons with Pearls of Islam: https://www.pearlsofislam.co.uk Book Log Notebook: https://amzn.to/3EJrIZq (UK) Scou