The day Hafsah realized something was wrong, she wasn’t in a hospital bed or therapy chair.
You Are Enough, Aisha’s Journey Beyond the Mirror
Aisha sat on her bed, staring at her reflection — not in the mirror, but on her phone.
Perfect smiles. Flawless skin. Slim waists. Effortless beauty.
She scrolled and sighed, whispering, “Ya Allah… why can’t I look like them?”
The Sacred Invitation
Zainab’s fingers trembled as she zipped up her last bag. The ihram scarf she had ironed days ago now lay folded on top — soft and sacred. This wasn’t just a trip. It was the journey. For years, Hajj had been a distant dream. One she whispered in tahajjud, tucked between tears and midnight du’as. […]
When the Moon Fades: Surviving the Post-Ramadan Blues
The masjid was quiet now. The rows that once overflowed with worshippers had thinned. The suhoor alarms had stopped ringing, and the rhythm of taraweeh was gone. Khadijah sat on the edge of her prayer mat several weeks after Eid, her Qur’an still beside her. But somehow, she hadn’t opened it since the takbeerat faded. […]
Ramadan in Motion – Khadijah’s Journey to Barakah
The house was quiet, the early morning air thick with the scent of warm oats and honey. Khadijah took a slow sip of water, her eyes flickering to the clock. 4:15 AM. Just a few more minutes before Fajr. She should have felt peaceful. After all, she was fasting, waking up for sahur, and doing the best […]
Ramadan on a Schedule: Aisha’s Wake-Up Call
Aisha’s phone buzzed with another notification. URGENT: CLIENT MEETING MOVED TO 3 PM. She groaned, rubbing her temples. It was only the second day of Ramadan, and she already felt drained. Between back-to-back Zoom meetings, tight deadlines, and managing her home, her Qur’an remained untouched on the shelf. She had started Ramadan with grand intentions—completing […]
Experts Warn Against Financial and Emotional Strain in Ramadan
Lagos, Nigeria—The Bountiis Virtual Muslimah Ramadan Conference 2025, held on February 23, 2025, brought together Muslim women from across the world to discuss resilience, faith, and practical strategies for navigating Ramadan amidst economic challenges. With the theme “Resilience in Ramadan: Thriving Through Economic Trials,” the conference delivered insightful discussions on spiritual growth, financial management, mental wellness, parenting, […]
The Second Wife’s Journal
“Polygamy taught me not just about sharing my husband, but about sharing love, patience, and trust in Allah’s wisdom. And that, my sisters, is how I found peace.”
Breaking Barriers: Redefining Success in a Modern World
There she was, Aisha, sprinting down the bustling streets of Lagos, her abaya flying like a superhero’s cape behind her. “I can’t be late for this meeting!” she muttered, her steps quickening as if her Nike sneakers could somehow defy traffic. Just a few months ago, she had landed a dream job at a multinational […]
Motherhood and Career: Life as a Muslim Working Mom
It was 7 a.m., and the chaos had already begun. Fatimah stood in her kitchen, one hand trying to fix her hijab while the other stirred a pot of oatmeal. Her two-year-old was tugging on her abaya, begging for attention, and her phone buzzed with an urgent work email that simply couldn’t wait. She glanced […]