Section: Family
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‘Maybe my mum’s hoarding was her craving a sense of home’
Our attachments to physical possessions are complex, multilayered and often linked to life experiences — especially within immigrant communities
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As a Muslim mother, how should I navigate Christmas with my young child?
I don’t celebrate Christmas, but I dabble in it, as I believe we can enjoy the season without compromising our Islamic beliefs
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Potty training feels like an impossible project with a looming deadline
I wonder if the stress I feel around toilet training is part of my own difficulty in navigating the waters of change as a parent
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When children raise children
Around the world, eldest daughters are frequently called upon to take on adult responsibilities, especially caring for their siblings
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‘How can you bring a child into the world when you feel like you haven’t started living yet?’
Family life is a cornerstone of Muslim communities, but some women have decided that motherhood is not for them
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Alternative Christmas presents for friends and family
From jewellery to chocolates and cookware, there’s something for all tastes this festive season
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‘Women struggling with fertility tend to feel isolated’
Biological treatments like IVF often come with a host of moral and religious dilemmas
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To circumcise or not?
Despite being steeped in tradition and cultural identity, some parents are questioning whether their sons should undergo the procedure
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‘There are always big shoes to fill when you take over a family business’
For some younger people, working in family firms offers a range of opportunities, but others are opting to go their own way
