I ignored my 4C natural hair for a YEAR. Here's what happened. (Alopecia Journey)

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[@tmhaddock]

I was raised not to just wonder about people when they "randomly" pop into your head, but to pray for them. This was the case a few weeks ago with you, Danielle, and I am thrilled to see that you are well and that your hair is flourishing. All the best in 2024 and beyond, sis.

[@nianatura]

Oh man ur right

[@RaeRoseM]

@tmhaddock, from today I’m just going to do the same. Thank you for sharing.

[@SingingViolet]

I was just think about her the past fee days and then she returns!

[@quasar4472]

Chile yes! Even leaving a message on the prior video to see if she's okay! She is one of my favorites in the natural hair community who have similar vibes and interests in books and animations!

[@toksabuka3723]

Thanks for sharing this. It encourages me to do the same🙏🏾❤

[@mariasitumbeko6643]

You're aliveeeee!!!!! You were terribly missed 💖

[@vey5579]

Danielle, I’ve been following you since 2018, when I first began my natural hair journey. I was only 14 at the time and now I’ll be turning 20 in just a couple of days. I know this doesn’t relate to the contents of the video very much, but I wanted to thank you for being you. I grew up in an environment where anyone who liked anything from the “black norm” was ostracized or called weird. Seeing a black girl/woman be herself and unapologetically showcase her interests was so amazing for me as I developed. You are so beautiful and important and integral. Love you lots 💕

[@latonyanewsome0]

Yes I'm getting frustrated with my hair as well mostly because of life, but I can't let it get to me. I also agree with her being who she is. I'm weird like her and it's nice to see someone who's not afraid of it.

[@ebonekincade7566]

I was going to say the same❤

[@cherelled6419]

What a lovely message, I hope she reads it one day x

[@comoelitamelendez8467]

THIS MESSAGE^^^ All my life, felt like I have to feed into the "Black girl" stereotype...big butt, nice hair, glowing skin, not brown[never felt light enough or dark enough] and though at 35 I am still learning to love myself for who I am, I can say I have let go of the "perfect hair" dreams. I have balding in the front of my hair, so challenging for me to hide it and its like the first thing you see. I just pray that we can move past this, that not only men deal with hair loss issues, women do as well even though its not "medically" or "socially" expected, it happens and we should not be made to feel subhuman bc of it. Thank you for this comment! It's helped more people than you realize! 🤍

[@randi.blue.cherai511]

Happy Belated birthday, darling!!

[@S.Tommys]

EVERYONE SHUT UP STARPUPPY IS BACK🗣️🗣️💖💖

[@Lashamalaya]

Looks like that break was much needed because fluff nugget looks amazing 😍😍 and so do YOU!

[@nilawarriorprincess]

Im so glad to see you back! I have Sickle Cell so I totally understand how stress affects ones body. I really struggle with hair setbacks when I'm having a crisis. Hopefully I lve finally figured out how to preserve my hair when I can't take care of myself. Odd side note: You should be cast as Kyle Barker & Maxine Shaw's daughter if Living Single is ever rebooted. You not only resemble them physically, but I believe they'd rause a child like you, who is proud to be Black & is an artistic, educated, free spirit..

[@EpicRealistTV]

OMG you're so right about the Living Single thing! I knew she resembled someone, I just could never put my finger on it. I totally agree! And Maxine is my crush in that show. 😊

[@nilawarriorprincess]

@EpicRealistTV Yes, I was trying to place her too, as she always felt familiar. I'm glad I'm not the only one who can imagine it. They're all so beautiful.

[@marleyhill34]

I'm a thalessemia carrier and at this stage I want to shave it off and spend the time, money and mental energy on something else that I'm not genetically predisposed to lose every time I feel stressed. Stress is a normal part of life but no one normalises hair loss.

[@nilawarriorprincess]

@marleyhill34 That's very true. There's so much of an obsession with hair in the Black community that people rarely offer compassion to those dealing with hair loss or other hair issues. So many choose to judge 1st. I wish you the best possible outcome on your health & hair journey. I hope you can find a solution that makes you feel confident & exquisite.

[@marleyhill34]

@@nilawarriorprincess thank you same to you.

[@thefantasticnerd6076]

Diet and stress management so important when it comes to hair thickness and growth. Take good care of yourself my love I know I’m trying

[@shanellypooh]

So glad to see your gorgeous face and to see you’re feeling better. I’m actually ok with less hair content especially if it’s harming our beloved fluffnugget. I just love your positivity and humor so I’ll make more of an effort to see your nerdpuppy videos.

[@tmichellew]

Your hair looks so much healthier, fuller, so beautiful!

[@miap.5622]

Congrats sis! So happy for you! You are so inspiring! Thank you for checking back in with us!! 💜💜

[@MissSagittarian]

Actually, I don't hate that line. "Call him coyote because he be wylin"... I think we can workshop that

[@d.deegodjones]

I use Curology and this is the best my skin has looked since I was maybe 9 or 10,. I'm 55 years old now and it helped with acne, acne marks and fine wrinkles. I missed you young lady

[@Offlineee_]

Danielle never fails to make me smile 😊

[@VintageJ129]

Welcome back! Glad you took time to heal. FluffNugget looks healthy, full and black! I love black hair too. 🎉

[@SweetnlowGames]

YAAAAY SHE’S BACK. I feel like as content creators we HAVE to have that very needed rest our bodies and “mentalies” need. No matter how long. Glad to see your hair is thriving again. Gonna check out that second channel. 💖🫰🏾

[@DORCASDIASRIESMAKINGMEMORIES]

😂😂😂😂😂😂 Yes, child! We already know what to do what we have been doing! Glad to have you back, Baby ❤❤

[@bisonchicka]

Whew I immediately started crying because currently going through the same thing. The rest of the hair flourishes, but that crown????? 😢 But it’s good to see you back and sharing your experience.

[@meh3766]

Have you thought about changing the order of your hair care? Like if you are doing a wash and go and you start by placing product on the sides of your hair, start at the crown instead? I noticed that my crown is drier, so it needs more attention while it's wetter instead of allowing it to dry out while I'm paying attention to other areas first. For some reason, spraying it down just isn't the same as caring for it fresh out the shower.

[@friedchicken892]

If you wear slickbacks they will definately cause that😢

[@juliamirandar.3533]

It's such a relief to know that you are okay. I was frequently visiting the channel to check for updates. Your hair seems so healthy and beautiful 🤭 Best wishes from Brazil ❤

[@comfortbrown913]

I’m so proud of you for taking a step back to heal and find yourself again! Your hair looks amazing 💜

[@_Italianna]

You posted this video right when I needed to see it! I’m getting so frustrated with my hair, but your video really made me take a moment and see that hair has its own ebbs and flows and it will be ok. I also wanted to say I got to meet you at momocon this past year and honestly, it impacted me so much. Thank you for being so sweet!! I genuinely lit up when I saw you walk past me and despite my social anxiety, I forced myself to walk up to you because I couldn’t give up the opportunity to tell you how much your content has helped and positively impacted me. It’s lovely to see other nerdy black girl in a space when you feel so alone. So thank you! ♥️

[@FunSizedOreoGirl]

I've been here since 2019 and Fluff Nugget has definitely come a long way 💜 I've learned I have tension alopecia due to so many protective styles(braids) and me pulling my hair back for work 😬 So now I have a mohawk but I'm glad I learned about a lot of oils from you and have a guide to my hair growth. Thank you so much for helping me through my loose natural hair journey 🤗 I'm officially locced now but I will always stay tuned just for black hair care content and to support another nerdy black woman! Keep going and overcoming 🥰💖✨️

[@Marinlss]

I also got a unintentional mohawk last year, I don't have traction alopecia (yet) but my hair is very fragile and decided to break in half when I decided to love my own hair and started doing some very basic natural hairstyles for the first time in my life. It's so nice finding other people with the similar hair so I don't feel alone, unfortunately 4 type hair is SO DIFFICULT to deal with, I never feel like it's happy

[@ChloeRaeofSunshine]

Dang when you said OG, it made me realize I've been following for over 6 years @_@ sheesh time is flying. I remember when you started the outro (I also hold my arms up and say away lmao). I dont even have loose natural hair anymore (sisterlocks now 4 years in). I still love all your content and you!!

[@Bodybybabs]

Fluff nugget is so shiny, dense and black ✨welcome back from your break

[@JontyLeslieOfficial]

You look so happy! It’s good to see you back!

[@quasar4472]

WELCOME BACK AND HAPPY NEW YEARS🎉 im glad you took a needed break to reset your stress! Fluffnugget is looking amazing! You have a lot of growth in your journey! Happy that you focused on your health!

[@binibini7975]

Yay!! So happy to see your face💕💕

[@Lashamalaya]

OMG I'm sooooo happy to see you!!! Honestly I was worried and missed you ❤

[@whatdreamsaremadeof3029]

Yaaay you’re back! 🎉

[@astridpresley166]

Welcome back❤️💕

[@dafrastar]

So happy to see you again!!!

[@mariahgunn7101]

So happy to see you doing well

[@mothpixie]

I’m so proud of you!❤

[@kJ-wd9wk]

This gave me so much hope for my hair and my alopecia areata struggles ❤ thank you for sharing and welcome back 🎉

[@stephaniemervil5212]

Fluff nugget has grown up and so have you!

[@omenwhisper]

yay! she came back! 🌻

[@user-ql3el3bq2v]

It’s growing back in beautifully baby girl! You got this! Sending blessings and positivity your way ❤️

[@laialuvv]

happy new year i missed you!!

[@tasharichmond7488]

❤️❤️❤️❤️much love and blessings to you!

[@Thelastpurplecrayon]

Great to see you! 🎉

[@Aye_cutie24]

Good to see you ❤

[@nolananobles6338]

So glad to have you back. I'm also glad to know you took time for yourself!

[@samiyaferguson9177]

I stopped using shampoo and all hair products and my alopecia healed❤ I use ACV to wash my scalp once a week and I use african black soap once a month. I am finally retaining length again thank you Jesus!

[@katsekajingo]

May I ask what you use to seal moisture in your hair?

[@oksn138]

So happy for you!!! May you keep growing and enjoying!!

[@jahmeshacoffie1606]

Glad to have you back. I am happy you took time to heal ❤❤❤.

[@sable7114]

Good to see you, happy new year, and your hair looks beautiful!😍

[@MrRcarey65]

Glad you are back and in better spirits.

[@Sethi_CookingandGrowingLife]

Welcome back 🎉🎉 Glad to see you took time to heal yourself

[@newdawn7586]

So nice to see you again Danielle. Happy New Year💐

[@danafisher8613]

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!!!!!! Welcome back!!!!💙💙

[@PreciousIvory]

Yaaaaayyyy!!! So happy for you!

[@lelegraves4622]

Missed you so much! So happy to see you thriving 💖☺️

[@theweepingangel8393]

This just made me smile so hard

[@fayeethh]

I’m so happy to see you!!! 🩷🩷🩷

[@Lady_Clare4]

Good seeing you again. 👋🏾 Glad you’re feeling better!

[@sallysooperfect94]

I’m so happy for you!!

[@gochristyo]

Woohooo she's thriving!! Congrats on the reset. 😀🥳

[@akatrip2]

Great to see you. Glad you're putting yourself first!

[@chanteynk7324]

I am so happy for you girl.

[@daughterofglow]

I'm so happy to see you and that your hair is thriving. Happy to see you smiling 😊

[@mizzchey8990]

I missed you!!!~~ I’m so excited for this new video!

[@TheThriftQueen]

Yaaaaayyyy!!!! I’m so happy for you!!! Your hair is gorgeous btw!!😊

[@preciousfro]

Yasssss! So happy to see you back!!! Fluff nugget is thriving!🎉❤

[@jasminegoddess199]

I will be joining this hair growth challenge . Nice to see you Danielle !❤

[@jaslynnw.3365]

This is sooo on time! I just started to fall in love w/ my natural hair again and I missed your content!🤍

[@EpicRealistTV]

Yay, you're back! The hair is so cute and healthy looking! Congrats on this progress! 😄

[@dr-k1667]

Happy New Year Star Puppy! Hope that 2024 is 100% better for you in all areas of your life. You've been missed!

[@sxq108]

girl i was just thinking about y yesterday!!!???????????? THANKS FOR COMING BACKKKKK

[@sxq108]

GIRL U LOOK SO GOOOOOOODDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD

[@sds1011974]

I was just thinking about you! So glad to see you again!

[@kookykatkay]

Welcome back! Missed your content so much! Happy to see you flourishing and taking care of yourself

[@Passion84GodAlways]

WELCOME BACK and Happy New Year Danielle!!! 🥳

[@43rachelle]

Want to say thank you. You helped me a lot through my natural hair journey ❤

[@michelyntoler2175]

Yay! So happy for you ❤ fluff nugget's alive!

[@OALM1991]

Oh my gosh! You’re back 🎉 Nice to see you sis

[@mzceleste2]

So glad your back u were missed🎉

[@TyraDavis_]

I missed your videos so much! You look great!💕💕

[@taz9234]

Happy New Year 🎊🎈🎆 the break gave it Fluuffy Nugget energy. Never forget self care 😊

[@BlueMoon_726]

It’s so good to see you and fluff nugget! As long as you are happy and stress free, that’s all that matters!!❤❤ Stay healthy and stress free! 🤣

[@rikcoflores5588]

Beautiful as usual thanks for sharing your new channel I just subscribed 🎉🎉

[@booknerdification98]

Welcome back! I am so glad you took that step back and that you’re feeling better. Happy new year and love ya!

[@andreyamatthew2035]

Yesss glad to see fluff nugget and your skin thriving 🤩🤩🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@YemiOlayeni]

I just recently found your channel and I'm so glad you're doing okay and fluff nugget is doing great.

[@AquaDiva434]

I'm so happy for you and your hair.

[@preciousrodgers4541]

Missed you and glad you’re doing well!! Your hair is growing and looks so great 🥰 just flourishing 🤗

[@ericasegura9063]

She's glowing ✨️

[@geniej2378]

Glad to see you back! I would love to see your regular hair care even without any experiments - like a clean with me but for wash day!

[@tracynyokabi2607]

I'm glad both you and fluff nugget are doing great.

[@TheSexiiladii217]

Welcome back beautiful Queen. Happy you are feeling better. I get it. Trust me I do.

[@FineNaturalHairROCKS]

Yaay welcome back!! I'm super happy for you and Fluff Nugget!! Keep up the awesome work!! 😍🙌🏾

[@sashaglenn2441]

Welcome back Starpuppy! We've missed you😭

[@jasmijnooms2242]

I've missed you so much! I wish you so much goodness and health in this new year, I'm glad to see your sunny face :)

[@lakiah77]

Yay your back and Fluff Nugget is beautiful, healthy and thriving! Keep it up you’re amazing and glowing. So proud of you and Fluff Nugget!

[@doelala6679]

Was literally just thinking about you. I'm glad you're alive😔

[@ginam2817]

Baby that turn and hair swing almost took me out 😂! I just loooove your energy!!

[@vitoriasantos6295]

Welcome baaaaaaack!! Hope you are having a nice start for 2024!! Love, from Brazil

[@thand3ka]

I've been obsessed with this channel since highschool 💗💞☺️ it's amazing seeing you again and I'll definitely be subscribing to NerdPuppy

[@coolmama93]

You are one of the most astonishing people I’ve ever seen. You’re just beautiful and radiating ! God bless. Hope this year is good to you 🖤🖤

[@nicolewattsgo2739]

I am glad to see you're in a better place and doing what feels good to you... because that's what life is all about .❤

[@flyygurl18]

Happy New Year 🌟🐶🖖😃

[@stvrshoppn945]

may your hair continue to grow, flourish & thicken 🫶✨🤍🤍🤍

[@Joy-KBA]

Ms girl!! Ms ma’am, ms mommas!! Glad to see u again, 2024 is gonna be a good year ✨✨