Umm Amaar is a revert to Islam, a mother of 3 children with and educational background in Health Promotion and a strong advocate to women's health issues. She has co-authored articles on PND on morningwind.org with Umm Eesa. Umm Eesa is a devoted Muslimah and a strong advocate to women's health issues with an educational background in Medicine.
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4 Top Ways to Treat Postnatal Depression – Part 3
By Umm Amaar
Posted in Depression Valleys on 18 February 2011
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1) Ask Allah, He Listens Turn all your anxieties, all your fears, problems and each concern into a Dua. In a way it’s one more reason Allah swt has given you to submit to him. Allah is listening to your cries, he knows what is in your heart, but He wants you to ask Him [...]

The Muslim’s Guide to Postnatal Depression – Part 2
By Umm Amaar
Posted in Depression Valleys on 11 February 2011
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Pregnancy and childbirth are unique experiences that Allah SWT has created for women. These events can either bring moments of happiness or sadness to a woman and her family. Often, following childbirth, many women find their mood fluctuating – from happiness to sadness. They may feel a little down, find it difficult concentrating, or have changes [...]

Muslim Woman Speaks Out on Postnatal Depression – Part 1
By Umm Amaar
Posted in Depression Valleys on 4 February 2011
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Whether it’s your first child or your third, the feeling is always the same – anticipation, excitement and a whole lot of nerves. You’ve been counting down to the due date ever since your pregnancy test turned out positive. After months of waiting, Allah SWT finally bestows on you a beautiful little amanah. One look [...]