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I’m Charis and I’m the woman behind Mama’s Kitchen and Curls.

I’ve always been a writer, cook, and I’ve been sharing beauty/hair tips since I can remember, so mashing them all together to create this blog came naturally. I used to have friends over in middle school so I could do their hair and nails, giving tips and suggestions as if I were a fully operating salon that served food. (sorry Mom, I had friends over lol)  I literally did everything from washing and curling hair to doing acrylic full sets then fed my friends before they left to go back home.

I’ve had a texturizer since I was about 7 years old and I decided the summer before college that I wanted to chop my hair off and “start over”.  Back then, I didn’t know much about the natural hair movement or how to properly care for my curls. If anything, my chop was to let go of the stress of doing my hair as I started college.  Over the years, I’ve colored, cut, and straightened my curls, not properly understanding how to truly care for my curls giving them the love and attention they deserved until about 3 years ago. It’s been over 2 years since I’ve last colored my hair, which has probably been the hardest part being that I’ve dyed my hair consistently since I was 13. Through my 7 years in my journey, I’ve learned a lot mainly from trial and error  and have so much to share.

As for for food, I’ve always loved food duh who doesn’t right?  haha, You couldn’t tell how I eat and cook now, but I was a very picky eater growing up  I didn’t even like chicken unless it was a fried flat wing but over the years my love for cooking overcame my fear to try new things and flavor profiles. I first learned how to cook at the age of about 5 and my heart hasn’t left the kitchen since. I now enjoy sharing recipes and the joy of cooking and trying new foods and restaurants with my daughter who LOVES, no really, she LOVES, to cook.

So come on and joint the ride. I’ll be sharing my journey through motherhood, food experiences, and all the juicy curly hair info I can.

xo

Mama Charis

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How I Trim My Natural Hair

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FIy4HwGb4FA&t=2s

Morning Skin Care Routine

https://youtu.be/20A2On-MnJ0
Instagram post 2193075445833066051_17386114 Reminding myself that although the path I’m on isn’t easy, doesn’t mean it will break me. I asked for this, struggle & all. (Watch my stories) Success doesn’t come without some sacrifice. So im realigning my expectations today. Reminding myself why I started in the first place & that I’m worthy of grace and patience as I navigate these new waters along my journey. Consistency on this side of content is coming as I find balance, but you can find me (and the girls) in stories for the time being. My goal is to have a routine down by the end of this year with the girls, working & creating. Happy Friday. ✨ .
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Instagram post 2186722401495242831_17386114 long overdue post, but in the spirit of being thankful, I’m starting with myself. My days look like this now & im ever so grateful. .
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. We can consider this a reintroduction. Over the last year I’ve been in a transitional phase. I stopped working a 9-5 completely & pushed my entrepreneurial endeavors forward all while becoming a mom of 3 & juggling being a wife and the many other hats I wear. I would say navigating this space has been easy, but that would be a total lie, especially via social media. I tried to filter out allll the other stuff I do to fit MK&C when in reality I was hiding behind a self proclaimed niche as if it was all there was to me. I am def a mom, I have a huge passion for cooking& food, and y’all know im obsessed with hair. (Actually just did feedins for my sister yesterday I’ll post on my stories). But There’s soo much more to this story and I’m looking forward to sharing more of it.  I’m ever so thankful for this journey. I’ve learned in this past year to step fully into all that I can & want to do with confidence. I’m a multitalented, multi-hyphened, multi-passioned woman. I wear several creative hats and rarely do I turn down an opportunity to try a new one. I write, I’m a creative director, I’m a coach, a mentor, a consultant, a business manager, business consultant, property manager etc., there is no box I fit in. I am my own. Im a free form #mompreneur & I can’t wait to start sharing more of my authentic story. It took me a while to get it all together, settling into all of my roles post pregnancy, & going thru self rediscovery. Truthfully, I got lost a bit, but I’ve found my way. & im sure I don’t have it all, but I’m sooo much closer than I was before. Im ever so grateful for the journey & I look forward to sharing more of it with y’all. Thank y’all for rocking with me along the way & pushing me. Let’s end this year strong & walk into 2020 with purpose & vision ✨ CONTINUED IN COMMENTS
Instagram post 2184688740335813155_17386114 going thru my pics from today & going to sleep peacefully knowing my hair is going to be fire tomorrow when I fluff 😩🙌🏽😍 I mean, do you see the definition & shine 👀😍 bring on Monday 💪🏽 we’re ready 😎 .
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Instagram post 2184450817879301748_17386114 happy Sunday -it’s almost get fancy to go eat as much as you can before you explode in the living room day 😂 what are you looking forward to eating most? You getting fancy or rolling in your stretchy pants? .
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Instagram post 2182378237269731450_17386114 My Colored Curls are GONE!
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.twas fun while it lasted, glad I scratched the itch, but I wasn’t feeling like me anymore, so I went alll black & lemme tell you, I’ve been feeling like Charis all week. Healing & transition phases are hard and uncomfortable, but it’s the good kind. I manifested all the blessings that have been falling in my lap as of late & although my work is FAR from done. It’s amazing how different it feels when you’re busy in your purpose and aligned versus just surviving. I feel it (can y’all see it?) & I trust the universe keeps sending me all the goodness I’ve been trying to put out, challenges and all . Ask & It’s Given. What are some things you’re doing to align yourself with your purpose? Are you healing old wounds?  Gotta do the work while waiting for your blessings so when it comes it is indeed a blessing and not a BURDEN. 🗣
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Instagram post 2180071823977271988_17386114 Super delayed, cause mama is still trying to catch up on sleep from the princess sleepover this weekend, But Happy (belated) 6th Birthday to my first born favorite person. I love you Mckenzie oh so much. Stop trying to be grown and stay a kid for mama please 😩 thank you for being a super creative, intelligent, confident, sweet girl, you’ll always be my baby ❤️ .
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Instagram post 2175684315923381314_17386114 I DID IT!!! Rylie turned 7 months a little over a week ago and I really don’t know where the time has gone. 😩 I do know that I’m super proud of myself for making it this far in my breastfeeding journey. 🙌🏽 My goal was 6 months and I surpassed it with flying colors. *does cabbage patch*
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It may sounds small, but, it’s a huge accomplishment. I talk a little bit about my journey (latching issues, low supply etc) on the blog with my tips for optimizing your flow (link in bio). If you’re a mama who has tried or is nursing, you know the struggle. It’s not one many talk about either. 🥴😤 Idk why it’s so taboo. It took me 3 WHOLE pregnancies to be able to successfully EXCLUSIVELY breastfeed, but I did it. 🙌🏽 Mama’s you can do it, hang in there! Or don’t if it doesn’t work for you and yours. Just don’t underestimate your mama magic ✨ .
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Not sure when I’ll start to ween her but I likely will stop around the 12 month mark. She’s finally eating a mix of adult food and baby food (she’d rather chew adult food then be fed mush & I can’t even fault her 😂) so we will see where this journey takes us 🙏🏾 .
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