People around the world have different ways and culture to welcome the their new born babies. Different communities follow their ways as they learned from there own ancestors in welcoming the new born baby. In Muslim community they are instructed to follow the Sunah way according to Islamic way as well. It is moment of Joy when a new born baby comes to the world as considered a gift and blessing from Allah.
Besides being a natural expression of joy, it also serves a special purpose, that is, making it known in a suitable and dignified manner, that the father has accepted the child as his own and that there is no doubt or suspicion concerning this matter. It shuts the door to any mischief that could arise in the future.
As soon your child is born, they are under attack from Satan. The Prophet (saws) said, “ When any human being is born, Satan pinches the body with his two fingers, except ‘Isa, the son of Maryam, whom Satan tried to pinch but failed, for he touched the placenta cover instead”. Sahih Bukhari 4:506
The practice of regular prayer is the most fundamental practice in Islam. Muslim prayer, which is performed five times a day, can be performed almost anywhere -- either individually or in congregation. The time of prayer is announced by the Call to Prayer (adhan) which is called from the Muslim place of worship (mosque/masjed). These beautiful words which call the Muslim community to prayer five times a day are also the first words the Muslim baby will hear. The father will recite these words to the baby shortly after its birth.
2) Place the baby in front of Moaz’zin in a way that the RIGHT ear faces him. (The Sunnah has not specified which ear the adhan is to he given into, however the Messenger used to love giving precedence to the right side in all his affairs, therefore it would be more appropriate to give adhan into the right ear.)
Among Muslims children are very much loved and wanted, a precious gift and trust from God. Although contraception is not prohibited, many couples have large families by choice because they genuinely love and want several children. Couples who are childless by choice are almost unheard of. The fondness of Muslims of all nationalities for children is well known.
Of course new mothers traditionally get many happy visitors, but it is sometimes useful to know that visiting in Islam possibly takes on a broader dimension in that it is not limited to close friends and family. For the Muslim, visiting and assisting the indisposed is a basic form of worship to bring one closer to God. For this reason, the new Muslim mother will often have many female visitors.
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Besides being a natural expression of joy, it also serves a special purpose, that is, making it known in a suitable and dignified manner, that the father has accepted the child as his own and that there is no doubt or suspicion concerning this matter. It shuts the door to any mischief that could arise in the future.
As soon your child is born, they are under attack from Satan. The Prophet (saws) said, “ When any human being is born, Satan pinches the body with his two fingers, except ‘Isa, the son of Maryam, whom Satan tried to pinch but failed, for he touched the placenta cover instead”. Sahih Bukhari 4:506
The practice of regular prayer is the most fundamental practice in Islam. Muslim prayer, which is performed five times a day, can be performed almost anywhere -- either individually or in congregation. The time of prayer is announced by the Call to Prayer (adhan) which is called from the Muslim place of worship (mosque/masjed). These beautiful words which call the Muslim community to prayer five times a day are also the first words the Muslim baby will hear. The father will recite these words to the baby shortly after its birth.
Instructions:
1) The Moaz’zin (the one who recites Adhan and Takbeer) should face the Qibla.2) Place the baby in front of Moaz’zin in a way that the RIGHT ear faces him. (The Sunnah has not specified which ear the adhan is to he given into, however the Messenger used to love giving precedence to the right side in all his affairs, therefore it would be more appropriate to give adhan into the right ear.)
3) Muaz’zin recites the Adhan which is said for the daily salat.
4) Now place the baby in front of Moaz’zin in a way that the left ear faces him.
5) This time Muaz’zin recite the Iqama which is said before the Jama’at.
4) Now place the baby in front of Moaz’zin in a way that the left ear faces him.
5) This time Muaz’zin recite the Iqama which is said before the Jama’at.
Giving the baby their first sweet (Gurti):
It is stated in Tafseere Roohul Bayan that the first one giving the sweet to the child has a certain effect on the child that the child develops habits similar to his/her. It is Sunnah to have the Tahneek of the child. Tahneek is when a Salih and Pious person or chews on Khurma and from the mouth of a Salih person. The Sahabae Ikram would get Tahneek of their children done by The Beloved Messenger of Allah, Muhammed Salla laahu alaihi wa alihi wasalam (islam Zindagi by Ummat Ahmed Yar Khan Naeemi)
Circumcision
Islam prescribes male circumcision with the sole purpose of facilitating cleanliness. The male child may be circumcised at any time which is convenient without ceremony; however parents will probably want their son circumcised before his trip home from the hospital.Breastfeeding
The Qur'an instructs that if a woman breastfeeds her children, their period of weaning is two years. Muslim women are keen to breastfeed, but may need assistance from a female nurse or lactation consultant to ensure success.Parent-Child Relations
Among Muslims children are very much loved and wanted, a precious gift and trust from God. Although contraception is not prohibited, many couples have large families by choice because they genuinely love and want several children. Couples who are childless by choice are almost unheard of. The fondness of Muslims of all nationalities for children is well known.
Visitors
Of course new mothers traditionally get many happy visitors, but it is sometimes useful to know that visiting in Islam possibly takes on a broader dimension in that it is not limited to close friends and family. For the Muslim, visiting and assisting the indisposed is a basic form of worship to bring one closer to God. For this reason, the new Muslim mother will often have many female visitors.
Muslim Dietary Customs
Occasionally misunderstandings occur when a Muslim calls down to the nurse's station to inquire whether there is lard in a particular food item. As are people of the Jewish faith, Muslims are prohibited from eating pork and its by-products such as lard or gelatin. In addition to not eating pork, care must be taken to avoid eating anything made with lard, gelatin, or other pork by-products. Your understanding and assistance in this matter would be greatly appreciated by your patient.The post links: All experts Islam/Welcoming a new born baby child, New Born Baby
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