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Additionally, (peace be upon him and his family) said to teach your child how to write (again a reference to education) , and when the child becomes of age, find a wife (or spouse) for your child . (peace be upon him and his family) said when a child is born, recite adhan (call for prayer) in his right ear and iqamah (second call for prayer) in his left ear . This will protect the child from Shaytan (Satan).

Treat your child as a child, do not dictate. Of course, however, as the child grows, one must instill values and discipline based on the age of the child. (peace be upon him and his family) also said to love your children, forgive your children, and when you promise something to your children, fulfill the promise . This way, you will give self-esteem to your children.

Also, Imam Ali ibn Abu Talib (the Commander of the faithful, may peace be upon him and his family) said to be careful when deciding who to hire to breastfeed your child . In the past, when a mother did not properly lactate, a wet nurse would be hired to breastfeed the child. The lesson of the saying is that such milk has an effect on a child, and the source of the milk should be analyzed to avoid any bad effects on the child.

Nowadays, however, formulas and powdered milk may be used making the position of a wet nurse obsolete. Previous…