Noha Alshugairi, MS, LMFT and co-author of Positive Parenting in the Muslim Home, joins us today to be thanked for writing THE manual on Muslim American parenting we needed. Just kidding! Even she says that's not what it is, but it IS the text that gave us hope that there were other moms out there who knew our struggles and would help lighten them.

On this episode, Khala Noha covers the role positive discipline plays in shaping emotionally resilient kids. What are the most common concerns that Muslim parents bring her, what cultural influences help or hinder Muslim families, and why must our kids fail? That last one really begs the question about why we parents are so afraid of failure. All this, and more, in store for our listeners.

You might be surprised to learn what this therapist's beliefs and practices are about therapy and who should be doing it. What won't surprise you is her commitment to the spiritual development of Muslim parents and their kids. We didn't even release the episode and got eager listeners chomping at the bit to share how much they love Khala Noha, and everything they've learned from her.

Tune in at 6pm EST on Apple podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or head to our website to check out the latest. And do share this episode with 3 mom friends no matter what stage of parenting they're in. They'll love you for it!

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1. Resources recommended by Khala Noha: https://sakina.gumroad.com/

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3. Purchase for your home library: Positive Parenting in the Muslim Home
4. Khala Noha on IG: @nohaalshugairi

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As mothers, we spend years nurturing, guiding, and preparing our children to take flight. And then one day, they do. The once chaotic household grows quiet, and we're left standing in the wake of their departure. It’s a moment we always knew would come, but it doesn't make the transition any less complex. This week's episode dives deep into the feelings of an "empty nest" and challenges the idea of loss by reframing it as an opportunity for growth and reinvention—for both us and our children.

Are we "empty" when our children leave, or are we setting them free to soar, to become who we raised them to be? The truth is, their independence is a reflection of our success as mothers. Every milestone they achieve, every risk they take, is proof that we've equipped them with the tools they need to navigate the world on their own terms.

But this transition is also about us. We aren't just mothers—we are individuals who deserve to rediscover ourselves beyond the role we've played for so long. This is a chapter where we get to ask, "Who am I now?" and "What do I want to do?" It's not about losing ourselves; it's about reclaiming and redefining our identities. From exploring new passions to reconnecting with our dreams, this stage of life is as much about *our* growth as it is theirs.

Tune in as we explore the bittersweet emotions of watching our children fly the nest and how we can embrace this season of transformation with grace, strength, and a little self-discovery. Whether you're on the brink of an empty nest or already navigating this new space, this conversation is for you. 💖

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This week's episode is all about Zaiba and Uzma's experiences parenting teenagers with the challenges and joys that come with it. If you don't know why they're calling it "The Wonder Years," it's because they are OLD.

How they navigate this phase of motherhood in the bread and circus of American culture is a must listen.

🔏 Limitations of parental control

📌 Teens asserting independence

🚸 Halal gender relations, including dating

☎ Open lines of communication

If you're afraid of this phase of mommying, take a sneak peek now because you can't run away. If you can, let us know you're secret!

Tune in at 6pm EST on Apple podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or head to our website to take a listen, and share this episode with a mom of teens to let her know you appreciate the mental and emotional battles she wages daily.

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1. Web: www.mommyingwhilemuslim.com

2. Email: salam@mommyingwhilemuslim.com

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