| Author | Muhammad al-Jibaly |
| Binding | Hardback |
| Pages | 243 |
| Size | 5.75x8.75x0.65" (14.5x22x1.5cm) |
| Edition | 2nd (2015) |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.84 |
Our Precious Sprouts: Islamic Regulations for Newborns by Muhammad al-Jibaly is a comprehensive Islamic parenting guide that explains the authentic Sunnah practices and rulings concerning newborn children. As the fourth volume of the acclaimed Muslim Family Series, this valuable work serves as a practical handbook for Muslim parents who wish to welcome and raise their newborn according to the teachings of the Qur'an and the authentic Sunnah upon the understanding of Ahlus Sunnah wal-Jama'ah.
The birth of a child is among Allah's greatest blessings and carries with it numerous responsibilities and acts of worship. In this carefully researched volume, Muhammad al-Jibaly presents the Islamic rulings that should be observed from the very first moments of a baby's life. Every topic is supported with authentic evidence from the Qur'an and Sunnah while distinguishing established Sunnah practices from weak narrations, cultural customs, and innovations that have become widespread in many Muslim communities.
The book provides detailed guidance on welcoming a newborn, performing taḥnīk, choosing righteous and meaningful Islamic names, the rulings regarding 'aqīqah, shaving the infant's head, circumcision, breastfeeding, protecting children through authentic supplications and ruqyah, and nurturing them upon Islamic values from their earliest days. The author also discusses common mistakes made by parents and clarifies which practices have no authentic basis in Islam.
One of the unique strengths of this book is its extensive treatment of Islamic names. It explains the categories of recommended, permissible, disliked, and prohibited names, discusses kunyahs and nicknames, and includes valuable appendices containing numerous suggested names for boys and girls as well as a carefully researched list of Allah's authentic Beautiful Names (Al-Asma' al-Husna) established through the Qur'an and authentic Sunnah.
The discussion of 'aqīqah is equally thorough, covering its legal ruling, wisdom, the number and type of animals to be sacrificed, proper distribution of the meat, the 'aqīqah feast, and common mistakes associated with this important Sunnah. Likewise, the chapter on circumcision explains its Islamic rulings, wisdom, health benefits, and the scholarly discussions surrounding the subject while distinguishing authentic teachings from unsupported traditions.
In addition, the author addresses issues that modern Muslim parents frequently encounter, including children's clothing, toys, adornment, ear piercing, birthdays, protection from the evil eye, and the proper balance between Islamic guidance and contemporary family life. Written with clarity and supported by authentic references, this book equips Muslim parents with the knowledge necessary to begin their child's life upon sound Islamic principles.
Whether you are expecting your first child, welcoming a newborn into your family, or seeking an authentic reference on Islamic parenting, Our Precious Sprouts is an indispensable resource that combines scholarship with practical advice. It remains one of the most comprehensive English-language works dedicated exclusively to the Islamic regulations concerning newborns and early childhood.
