By Ciani BonnerWholesome Muslim social media content makes my heart smile! But here’s how the comments section ruined one of the most precious content on the newsfeed. Recently, MuslimGirl reposted a video to their Instagram where a Muslim mother shared that she is reviving a forgotten (read: ignored) Sunnah by teaching her son to do housework. The…
By Iman MohamedCalling myself a carer feels like a paradox to me, because I do not think I am as dutiful as I ought to be. I let my duties slip, often: making appointments for my mum and cooking daily (not to mention ordering takeaway late at times). I can be argumentative, so I constantly need Allah’s…
By Sairah GorsiAs Muslim women, we are often taught the importance of fulfilling our roles as devoted wives, striving to be the perfect partners for our spouses. We are led to believe that we must diligently carry out every duty from the moment we say, “I accept.” This notion is usually inherited from our mothers, who pass…
By MG StaffLISTEN TO THE FULL INTERVIEW ON UNCOVERED. Muslim Girl is back with another episode of Uncovered, the podcast where our groupchat comes to life with trending topics among our editors, writers and special guests. This time, co-hosts Amna and Amirah embark on a journey with the founder of Halal Hemp, Jamidah, to explore a controversial subject…
By Sairah GorsiIn relationships, the connection between a mother-in-law and daughter-in-law is like a particular thread, uniting two families for a lifetime. The saying aptly states, “The bond between a mother-in-law and daughter-in-law is a bridge that, when built with understanding and kindness, connects two families for a lifetime.” It’s a connection that mirrors a path of…
By Zainab KhanO’Shae Sibley, a 28-year-old African American man who identified as LGBTQ+, was stabbed to death outside of a Mobil Gas Station in Brooklyn, New York on July 29, 2023. A group of individuals confronted him and his friends for playing Beyonce music while dancing. The young men were bothered by Sibley’s dancing in public and…
By sarahmohrMany know that sex in the Islamic faith is impermissible while a woman is menstruating. But Muslims aren’t the only ones to observe this practice. In Judaism and Hinduism, women do not engage in sexual intercourse while menstruating. In some Judaic and Hindu practices, women are not even allowed to sleep in the same bed…
By Lily Syahirah RamlanMarriage in one’s 30s was once considered a trend, as women were encouraged to establish their careers and explore personal growth during their 20s, only contemplating settling down with a partner later. However, a shift occurred, notably accentuated by the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. People found themselves confined within their own spaces, cut off…
By GameelahBeing a divorced Muslim woman has become more acceptable in our community. In fact, nearly a decade ago, it was complicated and not very common – but nowadays, more people are becoming outspoken about their unhappiness. Having said that, the taboo around divorce still exists, and more so for Muslim women than men. Even after…
By Sidra MunirHalal is an Arabic word that translates to “permissible” in English. When we say or hear the terms “halal food” or “halal fashion,” all it means is what is practically allowed in Islam according to the Quran (holy book of Islam) and the Sunnah (the teachings of Prophet Muhammad PBUH.) Beauty: Halal Edition As mentioned…
By NiaNowadays, fast fashion is as popular and convenient as ever. However, fast fashion has constantly been correlated with a negative impact, but not many people talk about it. With a rise in Muslim fashion influencers, and the constant pressure to shop, it becomes difficult to be mindful of practicing sustainability when it comes to fashion….
By Barakah Destiny IqbalI am 25 years old and still a virgin. In the West, many people would be shocked. I am way past the average age that people lose their virginity. For Muslims, it may not be a shock but rather a norm. Many Muslims honor the jurisdiction that sexual activity is an act reserved for married…
By Maisha SamihaThe Writers Guild of America has been on strike since May 2nd, 2023 and it is the second longest strike the media company has performed in 16 years. This stoppage has been the largest interruption to American film and TV production since the initial wave of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and it is not…
By Asiya BharadiaAs Muslims, we learn early on the importance of maintaining positive relationships with individuals in our community and in our family. Islam places a lot of stress on the act of being kind to the people we are related to or surround ourselves with. We frequently ponder why establishing excellent relationships with our families, neighbors,…
By Lily Syahirah Ramlan“It’s not that I don’t want to spend my money on my mother, but I barely have enough to survive,” is what I constantly hear from people I know. Throughout my life, I’ve witnessed quite a number of complicated situations regarding parents’ rights over their children’s money. People question this as if there’s only one…
