Jannah Beneath Her Feet

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Assalamu Alaikum! Welcome to the Jannah Beneath Her Feet Podcast! I am your host, Sana Zakir Hussain, a mom of three young kids and an Islamic Parenting & Homeschooling mentor for Muslim Mums. In this podcast, I along with my guests, will be talking about different aspects of Tarbiyah to nurture our childrens’ Imaan, intellect and Akhlaaq, along with self improvement topics like time management & emotional regulation for mothers. The intention is that this podcast serves as your guide to help you Thrive as a mom of young kids & make the most out of your childrens’ precious years!

  1. JAN 2

    Episode 43: Raising our Children Right

    In this episode, I open up about what it truly means to raise our children with ihsaan and the deeper purpose behind Islamic tarbiyah. So often, parenting advice focuses on communication and connection — but I share why that’s only part of the story. We will be talking about viewing tarbiyah through a bird’s-eye lens, nurturing every part of a child’s growth while staying grounded in the balance between deen and dunya. We will also reflect on how we, as mothers, need to stay centered and nourished ourselves in order to guide our children with love, confidence, and clarity. If this conversation resonates with you, I also share more about my Holistic Tarbiyah Academy (HTA) — a faith-centered space where I support mothers in raising their children with structure, purpose, and ihsaan. 🌿 Early bird enrollments are now open, offering a special discount for those who want to begin this transformative journey before the next cohort launches after Ramadan. If you’ve ever felt that parenting is about more than routines and strategies — and you’re ready to explore what holistic tarbiyah truly looks like — this episode is for you. . Connect with Me! 🔗Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/toddlertarbiyah/ 🔗Go deeper with Sana’s course - Parenting like the Prophets https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/parentingliketheprophets 🔗Sign up for Sana’s weekly Email Newsletter https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/email-subscribe 🔗Go from information to implementation https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/holistictarbiyahacademy

    19 min

  2. 12/19/2025

    Episode 42: Understanding the Fitrah of Men vs Women With Raja Avila

    They say men are from Mars and women are from Venus — but Islam reminds us that Allah created us different on purpose. In this deeply reflective episode of Jannah Beneath Her Feet, I sit down with my guest, Raja Ávila, a feminine and faith mentor, to unpack how understanding our divine design as men and women can transform marriages and homes. 🌿 Together, we explore:💫 The biological and spiritual roots of our differences💫 How modern “equality” narratives can blur our fitrah💫 The core emotional needs of men and women in marriage💫 Why honoring our roles brings true sakīnah (tranquility) to the home This episode is a heartfelt reminder that Islam’s framework for gender and marriage isn’t outdated — it’s timeless wisdom that restores balance, love, and mercy. .To connect with Raja Avila 🔗Follow her on Instagram ⁠https://www.instagram.com/raja_avila/⁠⁠🔗To know more about her services https://www.sacredsisterhood.love/ . Connect with Me! 🔗Follow me on Instagram ⁠https://www.instagram.com/toddlertarbiyah/⁠ 🔗Go deeper with Sana’s course - Parenting like the Prophets ⁠https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/parentingliketheprophets⁠ 🔗Sign up for Sana’s weekly Email Newsletter ⁠https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/email-subscribe⁠ 🔗Go from information to implementation ⁠https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/holistictarbiyahacademy

    50 min

  3. 09/26/2025

    Episode 41: Fixing kids’ Big Emotions

    As mothers, our first instinct when our child cries or melts down is to fix the problem — to soothe, distract, or offer quick solutions. But what if that’s not what our children really need? In this episode of Jannah Beneath Her Feet, we explore a profound yet simple parenting shift: becoming a container for your child’s emotions. Drawing from the Sunnah of our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and modern psychology, we’ll look at why children don’t actually need us to “solve” their problems, but rather to hold space for the big emotions they can’t yet carry alone. You’ll learn: Why dismissing or rushing to fix a problem leaves your child feeling unseen How the Prophet ﷺ comforted young Abu Umair when his pet sparrow died — a timeless example of emotional presence The importance of naming and validating your child’s feelings before moving to solutions How your own emotional habits mirror into your parenting — and why self-work is key to raising emotionally intelligent children And because tarbiyah always starts with the mother, I also share how we dive deep into these topics inside the Holistic Tarbiyah Academy — my four-month mentorship program designed to help Muslim mothers heal, regulate, and thrive in their motherhood while laying strong Islamic foundations for their children. Enrollment for our October batch is now open. Link below! https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/holistictarbiyahacademy 🌿 The next time your child comes to you in tears, remember: you don’t need to fix their feelings. You need to hold them. . Connect with Me! 🔗Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/toddlertarbiyah/ 🔗Go deeper with Sana’s course - Parenting like the Prophets https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/parentingliketheprophets 🔗Sign up for Sana’s weekly Email Newsletter https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/email-subscribe 🔗Go from information to implementation https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/holistictarbiyahacademy

    14 min

  4. 09/19/2025

    Episode 40: Distracted by phone or choosing to get distracted?

    “Am I really procrastinating — or am I actually avoiding?” Have you ever found yourself scrolling your phone instead of cooking — only to suddenly jump into the kitchen the moment your child asks you to play? On the outside, it looks like procrastination. But often, it’s actually something deeper. In today’s episode, we’ll explore why this happens. Sometimes it’s simple distraction. Other times, it’s avoidance — a way our minds protect us when we’re overwhelmed. We’ll also talk about how old wounds from our own childhood can affect the way we respond to our kids, and why half-listening or reacting quickly doesn’t give the connection that our children really need. Mama, the answer isn’t just to hide your phone or try harder. Real, lasting change comes from slowing down, healing, and learning to regulate your emotions — so you can respond with presence and compassion. If this is what your heart is calling for, enrollments for the October batch of Holistic Tarbiyah Academy are now open. This is where I help mothers like you create calmer homes, parent with Ihsan, and raise emotionally healthy children, InshaAllah. 🎧 Press play, and let’s unpack this together. — Enroll for October Batch: https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/holistictarbiyahacademy — Connect with Me! 🔗Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/toddlertarbiyah/ 🔗Go deeper with Sana’s course - Parenting like the Prophets https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/parentingliketheprophets 🔗Sign up for Sana’s weekly Email Newsletter https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/email-subscribe

    11 min

  5. 09/12/2025

    Episode 39: 5 Habits for Peaceful motherhood.

    “Five kids? Three under four? How did you even survive that stage?” As a mum who’s been there, I can tell you — it wasn’t easy. But what carried me through were a handful of habits I built early on, and they still ground me in motherhood today, Alhamdulillah. In today’s episode, I’m sharing the 5 habits that transformed my days as a young mum: Nourishing my body instead of punishing itPrioritizing daily movement in simple, realistic waysWaking up before my kids to pour from a full cupTaking mini self-care breaks throughout the dayAnd intentionally connecting with each child in small but meaningful moments. Mama, you don’t need perfection or long routines to feel calmer and more present. With small, consistent choices, you can create peaceful rhythms in your home — even in the busiest seasons of motherhood. If this episode resonates and you’re ready to embody these habits with consistency, I’d love to support you inside Holistic Tarbiyah Academy — my 4-month mentorship program to help you realign, regulate, and parent with ihsan. https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/holistictarbiyahacademy Let’s walk this journey of motherhood with peace, purpose, and presence. 🎧 Press play & share this with another Muslim mama who needs the reminder!—Connect with Me! 🔗Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/toddlertarbiyah/ 🔗Go deeper with Sana’s course - Parenting like the Prophets https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/parentingliketheprophets 🔗Sign up for Sana’s weekly Email Newsletter https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/email-subscribe 🔗Check out my private Mentorship, Lead With Love https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/private-coaching-e5b078da-2b5a-4700-ac9c-c77407f95298⁠⁠

    10 min

  6. 08/29/2025

    Episode 38: First step to Controlling Anger.

    Every mother knows the deep impact her words can leave on her child’s heart. A single phrase spoken in anger — “You make my life so difficult” or “You’re the most terrible child” — can echo for years, carving doubt and pain into a child’s sense of self. And the truth is, no mother wants to pass on shame, trauma, or harshness to her children. We want to nurture them, raise them with love, and model patience and compassion. But in the heat of the moment, anger can feel uncontrollable. So where do we even begin? What’s the very first step to breaking this cycle and showing up with the calm, gentle presence we long to embody? In this episode, I share a simple but powerful reminder: every emotion first shows up in your body. Stress, anger, even joy — they all leave physical traces, whether it’s tense shoulders, clenched jaws, shallow breathing, or that racing heartbeat you know so well. Learning to listen to these whispers of your body before they turn into screams of exhaustion, burnout, or regret is the doorway to emotional regulation. We’ll explore: - Why ignoring your body’s signals leads to emotional outbursts. - Practical ways to ground yourself in the moment — from releasing your jaw to dropping your shoulders. - How stress doesn’t just “live in your head” but is carried in your body. - The spiritual truth that your body is an amanah (trust) from Allah, and caring for it is part of your responsibility. - How regulating yourself is the foundation for co-regulating with your children, because children cannot regulate on their own without you. This is not about perfection. It’s about starting small, with self-awareness, and building the tools to respond with patience rather than react in anger. Because when you learn to honor your body and regulate your emotions, you don’t just change your own experience—you transform the emotional world your children grow up in. ✨ Want to go deeper? Check out my Peaceful Mother Masterclass — a powerful, bite-sized training that shows you how to recognize stress in your body before it spills out onto your kids. https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/the-peaceful-mother . Connect with Me! 🔗Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/toddlertarbiyah/ 🔗Go deeper with Sana’s course - Parenting like the Prophets https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/parentingliketheprophets 🔗Sign up for Sana’s weekly Email Newsletter https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/email-subscribe 🔗Go from information to implementation https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/holistictarbiyahacademy 🌿✨ May Allah put barakah in your health, your energy, and your role as a mother.

    7 min

  7. 08/15/2025

    Episode 37: Homeschool or Not? Making the right choice!

    Homeschool or Not? How to Make the Right Choice for Your Family! If you’re expecting a pros-and-cons list for homeschooling vs. traditional schooling… this episode isn’t that.Instead, I’m inviting you to step away from the noise of other people’s opinions and go inward — to reflect on what you truly want for your child’s education.I share how I see homeschooling as an extension of tarbiyah, the two key areas you must get clear on before making this decision, and why “socialisation” is not even on my list of deciding factors.By the end of this episode, you’ll have a set of intentional questions to guide a meaningful discussion with your husband so you can choose an educational path that aligns with your Islamic values and prepares your children for the future.What you’ll hear in this episode:-Why homeschooling is more than just an academic choice.-Two questions that will bring clarity to your decision.-How one mom transitioned from school to homeschooling with confidence.-Why “socialisation” is not the deciding factor you think it is.-A mindset shift that will help you make the best choice for your family. 📌 Join my 4-month private mentorship, Lead with Love — for the mother who’s ready to parent and home-educate with clarity and confidence. https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/private-coaching-e5b078da-2b5a-4700-ac9c-c77407f95298⁠⁠ .Connect with Me! 🔗Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/toddlertarbiyah/ 🔗Go deeper with Sana’s course - Parenting like the Prophets https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/parentingliketheprophets 🔗Sign up for Sana’s weekly Email Newsletter https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/email-subscribe 🔗Go from information to implementation https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/holistictarbiyahacademy

    13 min

  8. 07/25/2025

    Episode 36: Homeschooling & Socialization — Are My Kids Missing Out?

    “But what about socialization?”If you’ve ever mentioned homeschooling to someone, you’ve probably been hit with this question before — and maybe even found yourself wondering the same.In today’s episode, we’re unpacking the real story behind socialization:• Why the school system isn’t the gold standard for social growth• How homeschoolers actually thrive socially in real-world environments• And what you can do to raise confident, emotionally intelligent kids — without sending them to schoolMama, you can homeschool without sacrificing your child’s social development. In fact, with the right mindset and intentional parenting, you can do even better.If today’s episode gave you clarity and confidence — and you want support to homeschool your little ones in a way that nurtures both their Deen and dunya…👉🏽 Explore my mentorship programs where I help Muslim moms like you parent with purpose, teach Islam at home, and raise thriving children in a calm, connected home.Let’s raise a generation of resilient, heart-centered Muslims — starting at home.🎧 Press play & share this with a fellow homeschooling mama!— 🔗 Private Mentorship https://www.toddlertarbiyah.com/private-coaching-e5b078da-2b5a-4700-ac9c-c77407f95298⁠⁠

    8 min
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Assalamu Alaikum! Welcome to the Jannah Beneath Her Feet Podcast! I am your host, Sana Zakir Hussain, a mom of three young kids and an Islamic Parenting & Homeschooling mentor for Muslim Mums. In this podcast, I along with my guests, will be talking about different aspects of Tarbiyah to nurture our childrens’ Imaan, intellect and Akhlaaq, along with self improvement topics like time management & emotional regulation for mothers. The intention is that this podcast serves as your guide to help you Thrive as a mom of young kids & make the most out of your childrens’ precious years!

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