Top 10 MUST HAVE Natural Hair Products (For My Kid)

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I have tried a LOT of products on my natural hair since I went natural in 2006.  My daughter, however, is a different story.  Since she suffers from eczema, dry and itchy scalp I am very careful about what I put on her scalp and her natural hair.  She has been natural since birth.  I … Read moreTop 10 MUST HAVE Natural Hair Products (For My Kid)

5 Reasons Why Little Girls Need Daddies Too!

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I love this picture so much.  It’s of my daughter and her father, my husband, at her 5th grade graduation. I am nearly brought to tears every time I look at it.  Seeing the confidence in her gaze and the security in her eyes as her father gently kisses her head… It opens old wounds … Read more5 Reasons Why Little Girls Need Daddies Too!

Beautiful and Dark

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Are you color struck?  Do you find yourself saying things like, “She is so pretty to be so dark!?” or telling someone, “You better keep her out of the sun, you don’t want her to get to dark.”  or my favorite when looking at someone’s newborn child you say, “Oh don’t worry she wont get … Read moreBeautiful and Dark

Our Natural Kids presents ~ KiDz BoXx!

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It’s here.  It’s here.  It’s finally here! Yes every one KiDz BoXx is here!! What is KiDz BoXx? KiDz BoXx!  Is a non subscription based “Box Program” specifically for kids with Natural Hair! What Makes KiDz BoXx Different from Other “Box Programs”? KiDz BoXx! is JUST for Kids!  The contents of each box has been … Read moreOur Natural Kids presents ~ KiDz BoXx!

Recap ~ I Love Me Because… I’m Different!

Memories of the I Love Me event still linger with me as I type this post.  I can still see all of the smiling faces and I can hear the excited voices of all of the kids that were in attendance.  I am so thankful to Julia Davis of Truchatonline.com for allowing me to plan … Read moreRecap ~ I Love Me Because… I’m Different!

Preparing Your Child for the Loss of a Loved One

I don’t think that anyone is ever prepared for the loss of a loved one.  My family experienced a loss last week.  On February 12th, 2013 my husband lost his dear Mother.  Although, she was elderly and ill losing her has not only been a horrible blow to us, but especially to our young daughter. … Read morePreparing Your Child for the Loss of a Loved One

I Love Me Because…I’m Different!

“I Love Me…” events are the brainchild of Julia Davis of TruChatOnline.com.  Created to help promote self esteem for kids in a fun and safe environment. It is truly the celebration of children.  Each event comes with a different theme.  In 2012 my daughter and I attended two “I Love Me…” events:“I Love Me and … Read moreI Love Me Because…I’m Different!

Mammograms, Blood Draws & Paps.. Oh My! Women’s Health

In the past year I have had two cancer scares.  Its true.  My gyn found something on my uterus last March and 6 months later my family doctor found a lesion on my lung.  Both were completely benign but I am so glad that having the routine check ups enabled them to be found, examined … Read moreMammograms, Blood Draws & Paps.. Oh My! Women’s Health

7 Ways to Create Simple Summers of Learning AND Fun for Your Kids

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Kids love nothing more than being out of school and summer time.  Sometimes it can be a challenge finding things for them to do that will keep them both interested AND busy.  Summer Camps have gotten to the point where they cost an arm and a leg and the free ones are not quality.  Fortunately … Read more7 Ways to Create Simple Summers of Learning AND Fun for Your Kids

Sistah SpotLight! Mahogany Babies

On behalf of Our Natural Kids, I am so excited to tell you all about Mahogany Babies!  Mahogany Babies is a California based program that helps to educate parents about healthy hair and scalp care as well as healthy self esteem.  They achieve this through educational “hands on” seminars developed by Trichologist, natural hair stylist … Read moreSistah SpotLight! Mahogany Babies