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Explore articles I’ve written on culture, identity, and community.
Being the Firstborn Daughter in an African Household prepared me for motherhood in more ways than i could have imagined
You would think motherhood begins when you become a mother, but when you grow up as the firstborn daughter in an African family, it starts way before then. For me, it started from the moment my little sister was born – I was six years old at the time.
The Intersection of Culture and Postpartum Practices
The journey of motherhood is deeply transformative. Across African cultures, postpartum rituals offer women a pathway to reclaim beauty, vitality, and self. Passed down through generations, these sacred practices nourish the body, uplift the spirit, and foster sisterhood- creating lasting bonds that honour both the traditional and the modern.
What Does it Mean to be a Modern African Diaspora Woman?
Being a modern African woman living in the diaspora is a complex and nuanced identity that encompasses a mixture of traditional and western ideals and practices. I not only carry the legacy and lessons of those who came before me but I also have to navigate the challenges and opportunities of modern-day society.