Shaykh Ibn Baz taught that raising children is one of the greatest trusts (amanah) that Allah has placed upon parents, and they will be questioned about it. The foundation of a righteous upbringing is to embed Tawhid (the Oneness of Allah) and sound Islamic creed ('aqeedah) in the child's heart from a young age. This includes teaching them about Allah's rights, His names and attributes, and the meaning of the testimony of faith.

The next most crucial aspect is establishing the prayer (salah). Parents are obligated to command their children to pray at the age of seven and to be consistent in this. Shaykh Ibn Baz emphasized acting upon the Prophet's ﷺ hadith: 'Command your children to pray when they are seven years old, and strike them for it when they are ten years old, and separate them in their beds.' He clarified that any physical discipline must be light, not harmful, and intended for correction, not out of anger. Its purpose is to make the child understand the gravity of abandoning prayer.

Beyond the pillars, parents must cultivate good character. This involves teaching them honesty, truthfulness, respect for elders, and kindness to others. They should be warned against prohibited actions and bad company. It is vital for parents to be righteous role models themselves, as children learn most from what they see. A parent who is diligent in their worship and upright in their conduct provides a powerful, living example for their child.

Furthermore, parents should encourage their children to memorize the Qur'an and seek beneficial Islamic knowledge. This will protect them from deviant ideologies and strengthen their connection to their faith.

Finally, Shaykh Ibn Baz constantly reminded parents to make sincere supplication (du'a) for their children, asking Allah to make them righteous, guide them, and protect them. This is one of the most powerful tools a parent has, as guidance is ultimately in Allah's hands.