Why do some Pakistani couples have Nikah months before Rukhsati?
A delayed rukhsati may allow time to finish studies, secure housing, complete immigration steps, save for celebrations or coordinate relatives living abroad. It can also…
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What is Mayun in Pakistani wedding tradition?
Mayun is a pre-wedding custom in which the bride, and in some communities the groom, enters a period of preparation before the main celebrations. Ubtan, yellow clothing,…
How can parenthood affect women’s employment in Pakistan?
Parenthood can intensify childcare, housework and mobility constraints that already fall unevenly on women. Pakistan’s latest labour data still shows a wide participation…
How can financial stress affect a marriage?
Financial stress can enter a marriage through uncertainty, debt, unmet expectations and arguments over whose needs come first. A three-year study of 280 newlywed couples…
How can living with extended family affect married couples?
Extended-family living can provide housing, childcare, elder care, income pooling and emotional support. It can also reduce privacy or create conflict over chores, money,…
How can infertility affect couples and families in Pakistan?
Infertility can bring grief, repeated medical costs, blame and pressure from relatives. WHO estimates that about one in six adults worldwide experiences infertility during…