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Family Ties

September 29, 2023 5 mins

Can We Ask Our Mother to Contribute to the Rent?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question My question relates to the financial support that we, as four siblings (two boys and two girls), must provide for my elderly mother. I (her son) purchased a home right next to my current dwelling for my mother (my father is late) so that she can have her own space […]
September 29, 2023 4 mins

Can I Perform ‘Umra With My Foster Father?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Am I allowed to perform ‘Umra with my foster father, who looked after me for many years? Since one or two days after my birth, they have adopted me, so is this man a mahram (unmarriageable kin) to me? I am 26 years old, and my foster mother is no […]
September 29, 2023 3 mins

How Do I Deal with In-Laws Who Hide My Food While I’m Pregnant?

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question I am pregnant and currently living with my in-laws. I have been facing a problem; they took it upon themselves to control my diet during pregnancy to the point that they will hide my food that they deem bad for my baby even if there is no proof that […]
September 28, 2023 3 mins

Am I Wrong For Moving Out?

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question After my marriage, my sisters influenced my mother and they behaved badly with me and my wife and didn’t even care about my daughter. My mother always took the side of her daughter.  After arguing for a few months, I realized that we cannot live together in one home, […]