أَعُوذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّاتِ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا خَلَقَ
I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah from the evil of what He has created.
A'udhu bikalimatillahit-tammati min sharri ma khalaq
When to Read
When your baby is crying and you are seeking Allah's help for peace and relief, this supplication can be recited for yourself and breathed onto the child. It's a beautiful way to connect with Allah during those moments of distress and remind yourself of His protection.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction. You can gently place your hand on your baby while reciting, or blow gently onto them (without saliva) after reciting. The intention is to seek Allah's protection and peace for your child and for the situation to calm down.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a comprehensive supplication taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ for seeking refuge in Allah's perfect words from all forms of evil and harm. Reciting it for a crying baby is an act of seeking Allah's protection and mercy upon them, bringing a sense of calm to both the parent and the child.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 'Whoever alights at a place, then says: A'udhu bikalimatillahit-tammati min sharri ma khalaq (I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah from the evil of what He has created), then nothing will harm him until he moves from that stopping place.' Sahih Muslim 2708. While the direct context is for general refuge, its comprehensive nature allows for its application in seeking protection and peace for a distressed child.