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5 Girl Codes You Should Never Break
A Girl Tribe, your group of confidantes where you can discuss everything from the latest makeup looks, business deals even sexual positions (or lack of) whatever it is, your tribe is run by a certain set of rules called Girl Codes and they usually keep the peace. Girl code is not usually discussed, you just know (it’s often based around common decency & love for your fellow lady). So, with recent stories in the press of friends sleeping with best friends sister’s baby daddies (cough cough Jordyn) we thought we’d remind our readers with what’s cool and what’s absolutely not: DO NOT leave your friends by themselves at ANY function:…
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Black History Funk!- February Round Up
It’s been a helluva February for us all. The headlines have been pretty spicy so here’s my round up for Black History Funk! February Madness Please follow and like us:0
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Intermittent Fasting- What is it and how does it work?
Growing up in the church when I hear the word fasting I automatically think of prayer. I started hearing about “Intermittent Fasting” last year, I honestly didn’t pay it much attention but recently one of my health conscious , gym rat friend suggested I do it after complaining that I couldn’t shake the last 7 pounds off my body. So in true mamachel fashion I had to research it and also take you guys along. Here we go! What is Intermittent Fasting? First we need to clarify that intermittent fasting is not a diet but a pattern of consuming food, it’s a way of eating. It’s basically scheduling your meals…
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3 Ways to Step Back and Show Yourself Some Love!
The terms self-love and self-care have become quite the tagline over the past couple of years. We can all agree that they have become extremely important to leading full and complete lives. Many women, however, have trouble on where to begin their journey. If you feel as if that applies to you, start of by simply looking at the meaning of self-love. The term literally means regard for one’s own well-being and happiness, which is a great place to start! Focus on what makes you happy! If you are still having trouble, below are 3 great starting points to help kick-off a happier you! Splurge on Wardrobe Staples- When you…
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After Workout Skin Care
So you’ve been exercising regularly, drinking your water and minding your business (GOALS) but skin isn’t cooperating. Unfortunately, your skin can be a casualty of working out but fear not ; we have you covered, so your skin can glow while you’re working on those glutes. Without further delay here are some simple steps to glowing skin while you work on your fitness Be Prepared: Have a small pouch with all your toiletries in your gym bag. Most gyms have a bathroom (if not side eye they should) so having the pouch near will allow you to start your skin care routine right away after your workout. 2. Cleanse: I…
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5 Jamaican Self Care Products
Who doesn’t love pampering? Well, there’s one thing we love at mamachel.com and that’s self care! It’s like the magic word in this office and we recognize that it comes in different forms for everyone. So we put together a quick list of self care items we all love and the most fun part is that they’re all Jamaican. Special note that self care is for men & women, these products can be used by both. So without further adieu, here are 5 Jamaican (yeah mon) self care products we think you should try: NGOZI: The name means Sweet blessing and you’ll feel blessed when you use any of their…
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AirBnbs to Stay In Kingston
Ok, so you’ve booked the ticket and have all the attractions down to a tight list. Whether it’s a girls trip or a personal one today’s travelers are looking for cost effective ways to have great accommodations that will allow them to fully enjoy activities and the overall experience. Enter AirBnBs. Air Bnbs have absolutely taken off in Kingston, Jamaica and are a fun and cost effective way to enjoy your vacation or staycation. We’ve curated a list of 5 Air BnB’s throughout the city that can give you the experience that you need. Here we go: Kingston AirBnB Kingston :- If you want the link on affordable stays in…
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Can Okra Increase Infertility?
If you’re from the Caribbean or any country in Africa then you have to have heard about the magical potency of the OKRA. For as long as I can remember, Okra has been at the forefront of all fertility talk from men. Whether it’s from your local herb man, homeopathic doctor or just local folklore I grew up with the belief that Okra was the base needed to drive male fertility. So imagine my surprise when I found out in 2019 that it actually does the opposite! Yes, based on an article published in the Asian Journal of Research in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences there is scientific evidence that Okra…
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Dating: Male Point of View
Hear me and my friends chop it up discuss dating from a male point of view. Please follow and like us:0
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Period Cramps? Change Your Diet!
If you’ve ever felt like the Dothraki & White Walkers are having a flash dance across your uterus, then you know that menstrual cramps are No Joke. So what can you do? Are you doomed to an endless cycle of hot bags, Baralgin, Midol or both? Well, maybe not. I recently changed my diet and incorporated some natural goodies and not only did I see a change in my menstrual cramps but my general overall mood. Halt! Before we jump into these 4 little changes, let me be the first to tell you that it wont be easy. The cravings will be real and if you’re addicted to the fast…
