This person says: What is the ruling on saying: “Mommy” or “Daddy” when frightened?
Answer:
If he is scared; such as a toddler or child or the likes, then this is from Istighaathah (seeking aid) with one who is alive, near, and able to help; there is no harm in this.
As for in times of calamity, calling out to them; then this is not permissible if they are absent, or dead. This is Shirk.
