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Expats Ramadan Guide: Everything you Need to Know

Ramadan is upon us, and it brings about a number of changes for expats living in the UAE. It is a significant month of the Islamic calendar, and a wonderful opportunity to understand and embrace the local culture. If this is your first Ramadan, refer to our handy Expats Ramadan Guide! Visit our Ramadan Store ...

Can Women With Gestational Diabetes Fast?

Most women with Gestational Diabetes have many concerns. Especially when the holy month of Ramadan is approaching. All are in a dilemma. Should I fast or not? A question that repeats itself and that even the latest medical research can’t give a clear answer to it. During pregnancy, many physiological changes happen to the body. ...

Delicious Lentil Soup – Plus Bonus Recipe!

Lentil Soup is the ultimate Ramadan favorite! Here is the best recipe ever for the most delicious lentil soup ever. Watch the video to learn how to make this healthy and delicious appetizer to accompany your Suhoor or Iftar. It’s an easy-to-make dish that the whole family can enjoy. Be sure to watch till the very ...

Ramadan Paper Decorations!

Celebrate the Ramadan festivity with arts and crafts and make your own Ramadan Paper Decorations! Ramadan is a time for families to come together and celebrate the spirit of love and generosity. Watch the video to learn about 3 fun Ramadan decoration ideas that you can create with your children with basic items you have at ...

Refreshing Ramadan Drinks

Looking for delicious Ramadan Drinks to add to your table this year? Watch the video to learn 3 easy recipes that combine healthy ingredients for refreshing Ramadan drinks that will help recharge you after a long day’s fast, or help you prepare for one. Quick and hassle-free to whip up, perfect for everyday Iftar and ...

Fasting During Pregnancy & Breast Feeding: The Safe Route

Muslims traditionally fast during Ramadan, whilst Christians may fast for Lent. For pregnant women and breastfeeding mums however, it is important to know whether your health - and the health of your baby - is at stake. Is fasting during pregnancy safe? What about when you're breastfeeding? Can you fast during pregnancy? All the answers ...

Suhoor Foods to Keep you going this Ramadan

During Ramadan, people who are fasting have two main meals – Iftar when they break their fast after sunset, and at Suhoor, the pre-dawn period when people usually wake up to have a small meal and water to sustain them for the day until they break their fast at sunset. Eating wisely is essential to ...

The Spiritual Meaning of Ramadan for Families

When most people think of Ramadan, they tend to only think of the fasting aspect of it and overlook the very significant spiritual side of it. They might think happily of the shorter working days and shorter school hours as well, which is all good, but there is so much more to Ramadan than that. ...

Pregnancy and Fasting during Ramadan

The Holy month of Ramadan is fast approaching and if you are an expecting mother, you might be contemplating whether it is safe for you and your baby to fast. Your obstetrician should be the first person you consult on whether it is safe for you to fast or not. In high risk pregnancies, it ...

How to Help Your Child to Fast This Ramadan

The Holy Month of Ramadan is a wonderful time of year during which you can involve your children in several aspects of this very special month. Appreciation, gratitude, charity, self-discipline and patience are all traits that can be learned especially in during this month. In Islam, it is not compulsory for your child to fast ...