After my failed braidout, which I really should’ve gotten pictures of, I decided to put in some small braids since my hair was already nice and stretched. I love my twists, but this is nice for a change. I hesistated to do these so small, as we all know that braids in general are the devil to remove compared to twists. I will report how the take down goes.
But…for now I am having lots ‘o fun! I did these with JC Nourish and Shine and Fleurtzy’s Hair Butter. Just so there’s not confusion, there is no added hair used in these braids. It took me about 6 or 7 hours to complete.
Whew! Took a long time to do, but well worth it!
Layers are present and accounted for!
Tied back with an ouchless band
Here's the front
Used my Tomoka's Twists
Tomoka's Twists...I really liked this look. The TT's really work well with braids.
I did a loose bun
Headband courtesy of the clearance table at Sally's!
Gotta love buns! No bobby pins used at all, just two ouchless bands.
In other news, I am now 17 weeks pregnant. I’ll be finding out the sex on July 15th! Yay! I’m starting to feel a little better but have been suffering from sciatic nerve pain and also occasional bouts of low blood pressure.
In other hair related news, you must read this post from the Natural Haven blog (if you want to know the science behind hair, this is the place to be!). JC, the author, shares her impression of the Essence live natural hair chat. I wasn’t able to view or join in on the chat, so I can’t comment personally. However, she eloquently expresses her concerns regarding the content of the chat. (Thanks to Sharifa for sending me an email about JC’s article)
Finally, thanks to OC_Swimmer, both a Newly Natural and Runninginafatsuit.com reader, for sharing her first triathlon race report with us! Read her story here and be inspired!
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You, my friend, are glowing! Your hair looks great! It is so thick. Bless your hair for doing braids. My lazy self never even go near them.
I was not very impressed with the chat either. I stayed on all of 15 minutes, and decided I had tons to do that would occupy my time better
Great to see you doing well, and please do tell us the sex of the little bean
I love the hair accessories you are wearing in the last photos; They look great!
I might have to make a trip to Sally’s
, lol…
HGHG
I am amazed by your hair length. I saw the pic when you first BCed then look at your hair now. WOW!! You are an inspiration!
Your growth has been amazing! Congrats
“Just so there’s not confusion, there is no added hair used in these braids.”…ha ha…people with fake hair only wish it could so good. You look fabulous.
p.s. thanks for posting my tri story.
You are my hair idol. Your hair looks better than those who add hair with their braids. I love the thickness of your hair.
You look great! Your hair is so beautiful & LONG!! OMGoodness! I need to give my hair a pep talk! Can’t wait to find out what you’re having! *crossing fingers for a lil girl*
Your crown is glorious. I love the look. Now I wish I hadn’t taken my braids down, but I look forward to mine actually reaching that length.
About the sciatica, try doing stretches, yoga, and perfect sitting. I suffer from it (never had a baby), and the stretching helped!
Congratulations on the new beby!
Continue to grow and go in love.
Your skin is radiant. You look so pretty. You are truly glowing.
WOW your hair is amazing! I aspire to have my hair at your length and thickness someday…gorgeous!
congrats on the baby
im so happy 4 u
WOW your hair looks amazing. All nice and thick. Aproximately how long is it now? It looks to be past BSL closing in on waist length streatched.
Yours look really nice. My hair is not as thick as yours, so my braids are more spacious and tiny. I just finished yesterday!
Thanks ladies!
CessCurls…It’s just at BSL stretched, last time I measured.
Ooh, I promise you you give me hair envy.
Love it but God knows I don’t have that kinda patience.
You did that!
Stunning! You are such an inspiration, especially when looking at your big chop pictures alongside this one.
Congrats on your pregnancy! Such an exciting time.
Your hair is lovely and congrats on the bun in the oven! Be blessed.