Category Archives: Kids

Sistah SpotLight! Mahogany Babies

Posted on May 11, 2012 by

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 and salon owner, Dr. Kari Williams. I just love the mission of this program:“…to inform and train parents on how to nurture their child’s hair and self esteem by providing … Continue reading →

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Sistah Spotlight! ~ ChiChi Sophistication

Posted on January 21, 2012 by

I am so excited to tell you about this wonderful spirit that I am honored to have run into along my natural hair journey. Her name is Keianna aka KeeKee aka ChiChi Sophistication. I met KeeKee on the Our Natural Kids website. From the moment she entered our online space she has been nothing but positive. KeeKee is a stylist who specializes in natural hair and braiding for children. The DMV area is where she spreads her love for her people and her craft. She … Continue reading →

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SummerTime Natural Hair Style for Kids!

Posted on June 12, 2011 by

Summertime is here and with it comes many fun activities. For kids with Natural Hair it’s important to find a style that will work for YOUR child. Whether your child is active or not, it should be closely maintained in the summertime. In the South temps are above 90 nearly everyday in the Spring and Summer. My LittleChick has gorgeous super thick 4a/4b hair. Her hair is very dense and therefore it holds heat. It can be very uncomfortable for her if not styled correctly. Here are the things that … Continue reading →

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AfroPuffs and Ponytails - Inspiring African American Girls!

Posted on December 16, 2010 by

A week ago my daughter and I had the pleasure of seeing ourselves featured on this fantastic website regarding Our Natural Kids. When I tell you that this website is your ONE STOP shop for all things black girl related, you need to believe me. Afro Puffs and Ponytails, Inc. is a non-profit organization created primarily for supporting and uplifting African American/Black Girls! Their website provides encouraging articles, events, program listings, and resources for African American/Black teen girls, young girls, and their parents. AfroPuffs & PonyTailsInspiring … Continue reading →

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South Florida News Reporter Redefined by her Natural Beauty

Posted on November 21, 2010 by

Check out this reporter from WPTV * NBC!! I love this story, especially the little girls reaction to her mommy’s natural hair!

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Our Natural Kids

Posted on February 13, 2010 by

What a great time for Naturals! We live in a time where information can be shared and gathered with the touch of a mousepad. We can reach out to one another, learn from one another and make real connections from the comfort of our own homes. When I started my own Natural journey back in 2006 I had no idea of the wealth of information that was available. I continued my journey just the same, but without the support of other sistahs that had taken … Continue reading →

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HaLLoWeen Or AnYTiMe ReCiPe - "Dirt"

Posted on November 17, 2009 by

My kids and I had a GREAT Halloween this year as usual. It’s a really fun time of year for us. Besides dressing up, turning the children loose on the neighborhood, and listening to “Thriller” over and over again…Another one of our homegrown traditions is for me to make my famous “Dirt”. It’s a creative recipe that involves Oreos and Chocolate pudding. I have been making it for them for years. I don’t care how old they get, they still look forward to it. I … Continue reading →

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