Mommy #NaturalHair Confession Series #2: Supporting My Special Needs Son During Routine Hair Care

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Visiting the barbershop can be an intimidating experience for a child. It can be especially challenging for a child diagnosed with a disability. My son AJ was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder when he was 2-years-old. AJ struggles with sensory sensitivity which can be triggered by loud, repetitive noises, bold colors and patterns. The buzzing … Read moreMommy #NaturalHair Confession Series #2: Supporting My Special Needs Son During Routine Hair Care

3 Reasons Why The Cornrow Bee Hive is the Perfect #NaturalHair Style for Kids

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The Beehive has been the foundation pattern for the Sew-N-Weave and Crotchet Braids for many years. This pattern continues to reign supreme above all other cornrow patterns because of it’s easy installation. Certainly I am not encouraging anyone to install a Sew-N-Weave or Crotchet Braids in their child’s hair. Heaven forbid! I am simply sharing … Read more3 Reasons Why The Cornrow Bee Hive is the Perfect #NaturalHair Style for Kids

Sistah’s Poetry Corner: Beautiful – A Self Love Poem For Kids

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Its important that our children are reminded of their beauty and intelligence every day. Beautiful by Keianna Johnson Beautiful I am. I am beautiful. No matter where I go, I know I am beautiful. Made by the hands of God. God don’t make mistakes. I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Intelligent I am. I am … Read moreSistah’s Poetry Corner: Beautiful – A Self Love Poem For Kids

3 Fashionable Protective Styles for Teens With #NaturalHair

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Happy New Year!  Are you and your teenage daughter looking for cute long lasting protective hairstyles to rock throughout the year?. Here are 3 favorites for my teenage clients: (Note:  All three of these protective styles have additional hair added. Marley/Havana Twist. The difference between these two popular hairstyles are the ends of the hair. Marley Twist … Read more3 Fashionable Protective Styles for Teens With #NaturalHair

Natural Hair For Children: 3 Ways To Dry Natural Hair Without HEAT!

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Depending on who you are talking to, the meaning “natural hair care” varies from person to person. For example: Many natural hair wearers are anti-chemical, while others choose to color their natural hair with commercial hair coloring. Some naturals enjoy wearing their hair protected in braid extensions or under wigs, while others prefer hair to … Read moreNatural Hair For Children: 3 Ways To Dry Natural Hair Without HEAT!

International Natural Hair Meetup Day #DMV Edition Post Event Wrap Up

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International Natural Hair Meetup Day (DMV – D.C., Maryland and Virginia) edition was a huge success and a whole lot of fun! 150+ African American men and women joined together to be empowered, educated and uplifted in the name of natural hair. The D.C., Maryland and Virginia (DMV) edition of INHMD was held at Hilton … Read moreInternational Natural Hair Meetup Day #DMV Edition Post Event Wrap Up

Real Talk: The Joys & Challenges of Motherhood

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When I look into the faces of my children, they are reminders of years of deep, passionate love my husband and I have for one another. My children are products of true love. I witness the unity in their bond as I hear roars of laughter spilling out throughout the house while they play Xbox … Read moreReal Talk: The Joys & Challenges of Motherhood

Mommy Natural Hair Confession Series #1: I Combed Out My Daughter’s Locs

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This is a story about one mother and her daughter’s decision to change her hair. About a month ago. I conducted an interview with Tiffany and her daughter Kody.  Kody decided in December 2013 to have her locs combed out or “unlocked”. Prior to combing them out Kody’s hair had been loc’d for 2 years. … Read moreMommy Natural Hair Confession Series #1: I Combed Out My Daughter’s Locs