Re: Taking babies and toddlers to jummah prayers
I saw post of NJgal saying interesting point of views now I have to read all. I only answered after reading first post.
^ not a parent (hence the stupid Q) but when kids see other kids running around, having fun/misbehaving...aren't they likely to do the same? no matter what the parent has taught them otherwise?
Not a parent that's why you don't understand and won't tolerate at all.
I always took my babies and toddlers to jummah prayer when I was able, and I think that it is an excellent idea. Christian children go to church throughout, and they are taught how to behave appropriately from the time they are toddlers. I always took something to keep my children busy, whether it was crayons and a coloring book, a few small toys, a bag of cheerios and juice, etc. Children need to learn to behave in any situation, and it is important for them to be exposed to the masjid from a very early age.
Agree. Totally agree.
Re: Taking babies and toddlers to jummah prayers
I don't think in mosque you are allowed to eat and drink.
I like the idea of seperate room for women with kids. I Saw that in England and a lady use to mind kids too.
I don't like at all take sister to let play outside the mosque. Anything could happen. That is so risky.
Re: Taking babies and toddlers to jummah prayers
I find it really annoying when I am trying to listen to the khutba and all I hear is screaming kids running around. What is the point of attending khutba and jummah when you cannot even pray quietly. Masjid is Allah swt's ghar where one can pray in peace but it becomes so difficult to even concentrate when you have kids not only running around but crossing in front of you and all that. At the same time, it is important for kids to go to the masjid as well so the solution is for masjids to have a seperate room for the mothers with their kids or a playroom where kids can do different activities.
^ I agree.It can be annoying when you have kids in their playing tag when you’re trying to listen to the khutba.
That is the parents responsibility to get the older kids to sit still and be quiet when in masjid.
It IS rude when you can’t control a 6 year old, and continue to bring them , or act is they’re not yours 
but you can’t really expect that from a 1 year old!
And when I do take my little kids to the mosque and try to pray in the womens section , I don’t think other women should have a problem with it.
But it’s funny how your perspectives can change when you’re a parent yourself.