🌍 Children, inheritance & global · #92

After my husband's death, how do I keep my children connected with his side of the family?

Keeping your children connected with their father's family is the children's right and part of maintaining ties of kinship (silaturahim). Even if your relationship with your in-laws is complicated, the children are entitled to know their grandparents and cousins. Encourage visits and healthy contact as long as it is safe and good for the children. Avoid using the children as tools in any dispute with your late husband's family. If there is tension, set boundaries that protect the children without cutting off the relationship entirely. A family that loves the children is an asset, not a burden. If the children are threatened or mistreated, put their safety first: call the police on 999 in an emergency, and Talian Kasih 15999 for advice. See educating the family.

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This answer is general reference, not a fatwa. For your situation, consult the religious affairs office, a Syarie lawyer or your state Syariah Court.

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