18/08/2025
6 Sunnahs to Perform After a Child is Born (According to the Sunnah of the Prophet SAW)
1. Tahneek (تحنيك)
Rub a softened date (or something sweet) on the baby’s palate to welcome them with barakah.
2. Adhaan & Iqamah
Recite Adhaan in the right ear
Recite Iqamah in the left ear
A way to spiritually welcome the child into Islam.
3. Naming the Child
Give a beautiful and meaningful name—preferably on the 7th day.
Names of Prophets or righteous believers are encouraged.
4. Aqiqah (عقيقة)
Slaughter an animal as a form of gratitude:
2 sheep for a boy, 1 sheep for a girl
Distribute the meat among family and the needy.
5. Shaving the Head
Shave the baby’s head on the 7th day and give charity in silver equal to the hair’s weight.
6. Circumcision (Khitan)
Recommended for boys. Should be done in early childhood as a sign of purity and cleanliness.
-Bonus Tip:
All of these acts are full of blessings and help start your child’s life upon the fitrah (natural way of Islam).
Written by: Hajia Maryam El Muphasiroh
