Should my Toddler Fast during Ramadan?

“My family Ramadan/Ramzan coming up, you suggest toddlers celebrating it too, as it involves fasting?” 

My understanding is that children are not required to fast. Fasting is expected once children reach puberty, usually by the age of 14.  

From a developmental perspective, I would not recommend your toddler to fast. First, he needs to drink and eat regularly. Second, a toddler is not able to understand what Ramadan is and why he cannot eat or drink.  

I wish you both all the very best.  

Love, 

Ana 

Dr Ana Aznar 

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