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What is the ruling of fasting for a woman who is pregnant?

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Q. What is the ruling of fasting for a woman who is pregnant?


A. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding may postpone the fast during Ramadaan if fasting will be detrimental to their health or the health of the child. After Ramadaan, they will have to make Qadha of the fasts they had missed when they are in a position to do so. (Badai-us-Sanaai)

Breastfeeding and pregnant women should consult an upright and experienced Muslim doctor for advice on whether fasting will be detrimental or not and act on their advice accordingly.

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Mufti Ismaeel Bassa

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