As we mark World Fibroids Awareness Month, media personality Grace Msalame has opened up about her journey with fibroids.
Grace, who is a mother of two, says that she ignored her body even when she knew something was not right.
My fibroid showed 2 years ago so the doctor suggested we just ignore it. He said it would disappear and sure enough it did.
Last year I started having heavy bleeding which lasted for 7-8 days and I would have painful cramps.
I knew something was wrong but I was afraid of going to the doctor because I was afraid of him confirming the worst.
When I went to the doctor, he found my fibroid had grown to 7 cm -10cm and there were little ones surrounding it.
Grace adds
I went through open surgery immediately.
I have been through CS before and I thought I would not have had an easy time snapping back to health.
But I think that is the toughest journey I have come out of. I don’t know if it is because I am older.
It was a journey and it affects your esteem. After the surgery it takes time to get back to your former body.
Grace says that at some point people assumed she had fibroids because her uterus was ’empty’ .
This is because her twins are 8 and she has no other kids.
In conclusion she says
They were removed and all we are doing now is to pray and hope that they don’t reoccur as the only solution to fibroids is to have the uterus removed (Hysterectomy).
These parents are doing things different. They have taken parenthood to a whole new level, venturing into business as they raise their children.
1. Terry Anne Chebet
TV siren Terry Anne Chebet is doing big things: from opening her own business to becoming brand ambassador for molfix, a diaper brand.
Things have turned around career wise for Terry Anne after losing her job at Citizen TV, to being a CEO of a TV and now as an influencer. The mother of two daughters is showing us the way,
2. Size 8
Ladasha Belle sure came as a blessing in many ways. She is the cute girl seen on TV as a brand ambassador for soft care diaper brand.
This opportunity could not go unnoticed as she bagged the tag at a very young age and the mother of one showed us that motherhood could also mean opportunities.
The beautiful gorgeous mother of twins is a household name.
TV personality Grace landed a huge deal with Royco together with her daughters to become the face of Royco Kenya. The endorsement would later see her create awareness on iron deficiency.
Celebrated media personality Grace Msalame has always been one who has shared her moments with her twin bundles of joys on social-media.
Every milestone is a blessing and she always shares with her fans a thing or two about Zawadi and Raha and every little step they take, from school to holidays.
The two adorable twins have previously made headlines with their fashion sense will probably be turning 8 years this year and mahn! are they cute.
Maxi dresses don’t show up to the party. They arrive. This is a statement from fashionistas that proves we should all wear this style.
Maxi dresses are so popular with many Kenyan women. From print to solid colors or shimmery, everyone notices a lady dressed in a maxi.
Maxi dresses can be worn in all sorts of occasions from weddings, to dinner, to vacations, and events such as Koroga.
Here are some of our celebs who show us how to wear maxi’s.
1. Neomi Ng’ang’a
The designer is wearing a floral maxi dresses which not only makes her look gorgeous, it adds class to her personality. This is a dress one should consider in your closet.
2. Sheila Mwanyiga
The renowned media personalty-cum-MC is not only beautiful she is also slaying this amazing look. This look is totally beautiful.
The beautiful mother of twins is rocking an elegant maxi dress that could be worn to a dinner date with your partner. The dress is elegant and very trendy and all ladies should have one of these.
The renowned journalist and a mother of two is simply stunning in this floral sunny dress. She is definitely one to look out for as her fashion sense is definitely top notch.
5. Anita Nderu
The talented Tv personality has amazing taste when it comes to fashion and this maxi dress is not an exception. The different shades of blue in this maxi dress is simply divine.
6. Catherine Kamau
The gorgeous actress is definitely giving ladies a run for their money with her fashion statement. This maxi dress is the IT factor as it displays curves giving it a classy touch to the blue glittered dress.
We are made to believe that slimmer girls are s3xier while curvy girls are not. Well, these girls have proved us wrong because of their sense of style and how they embrace their bodies.
Most young girls who are big were made uncomfortable by society as they were growing up. This has made a lot of plus size girls have self esteem issues and not be comfortable in their own skin.
1. Grace Msalame
How comfortable and beautiful does she look in her own skin. Grace is a Kenyan TV siren who is currently hosting a show called ‘unscripted with Grace’. This curvy girl above is a Vivo wear brand ambassador, a cloth line for plus size girls. She is also a mom to two very adorable girls.
2. Yummy Mummy (Joan)
Joan is a Kenyan you tuber who is all bout lifestyle, family and motherhood. She is a mom of two, one boy and a cute baby girl. This beauty is all about fashion and confidence. She has always been body positive and has modeled for cloth lines including lingerie. She makes plus size girls look so sexy.
3. Kate Actress
This film girl is all about positive vibes and she is definitely body goals. Also a mom to one boy and a wife and most importantly a hardworking hustler. Kate is also about body positivity and wears her skin with so much confidence.
4. Neomi Ng’ang’a
Neomi Ng’ang’a is a fashion designer and an advocate for plus size girls. She launched a program for plus size girls called Miss plus world Kenya. She is pashionate about inspiring young plus size women to love their bodies.
5. Kalekye Mumo
Kalekye Mumo is a whole mood. The ever bubbly TV girl is also very passionate about plus size girls. She has struggled with her weight loss journey in the past but she has been very confident and positive after working on her body.
6. Kamene Goro
How fabulous and curvy is Kamene. Kamene has been controversial severally but she doesn’t quit loving her body even after being body shamed a few times. She is passionate about fighting for the girl child and has a phobia of not looking fashionable. One thing is for sure, she always expresses what she feels whenever she feels like which shows that her confidence is on point and we love her for that.
Curvaceous women as a product are the latest attraction the Tourism ministry in Uganda is looking at to attract more tourists and increase revenue earnings.
Ms Ann Mungoma, the lead organiser for the beauty pageant, is optimistic that when these ladies flaunt their endowments, it will enhance the visibility and appreciation of Ugandan people.
Ms Mungoma also added that only those above 18 and below 35 will be considered.
“Miss Curvy is an event that will bring out the endowment of the real African woman. It is an exceptional event that will see young ladies showcase their beautiful curves and intellect.
Only those aged 18 and below 35 are eligible to participate.”
However things have taken a turn for the worst after they used the photo of Kenyan media personality Grace Msalame.
Below are some of the comments some from Ugandans who have expressed their disappointment
@NasasiraArnold Now Uganda #MissCurvyUganda model, @GraceMsalame is Kenyan, sincerely speaking how can someone foreign promote some thing Ugandan, may be it’s another scum to embezzling funds.
@ddungujoseph7 :This #MissCurvyUganda peagant notifies the rest of the entire world how much of a joke we are to the level of degrading ladies to mere tourist attractions. Ladies are dignified persons and the result of this peagant will be thirsty thigh mongers on the hunt for Ugandan ladies.
@albertmuc :I think the most embarrassing news about the #MissCurvyUganda campaign is that the model, @GraceMsalame, is Kenyan.
@WaisAdam#MissCurvyUganda and Uganda be how now that the campaign is for Ugandans or Kenyans cz @GraceMsalame is a Kenyan why is that our PR and strategists are failing to analyse the game #MyUganda
@TEAMNASA_KE :Ugandans Though, a whole state minister launched #MissCurvyUganda Campaigns to promote tourism, what tourism? And went ahead to use a Kenya Curvy lady @GraceMsalame in their official campaign posters. So Embarrassing, In Uganda there are Many ways of promoting Tourism.
Grace Msalame has announced she is back on our screens and will be hosting a show dubbed ‘Unscripted with Grace’.
Taking to her Instagram, Grace says that the journey has been long but she is finally where she pictured herself.
“Thank you all so much for the overwhelming support Good People🙏🏾All Glory back to God🙌🏾It’s been a loooong journey getting here! So grateful for this Becoming😊it’s an on going process in refining it… journey just begun🙏🏾 Tuonane Hewani😉”
Having a child is one thing, but having two at the same time, some people may call it double blessings or even a sport.
Managing twins can be a big task at times because it means dedicating extra time to the children. However, these Kenyan celebrity parents have successfully managed to raise their little bundles of joy.
Below are some of the celebrities who have been blessed with twins.
The First Lady has relaunched the 4th edition of the Beyond Zero marathon set to take place in 2019 on 10th March.
She registered as the first participant. The goal of this initiative is having universal health coverage for children and mothers around the country.
Some female celebrities and government officials were in attendance to support The First lady in this initiative where they also registered and bought t shirts in preparation for this event
Below are some of the celebrities who attended this relaunch.
”It was my pleasure to attend the first lady’s launch and rebrand of the 4th Beyond Zero marathon happening on the 10th of march 2019. i already register and have my t-shirt, Ready to start training in the new year God willing.”
2. Grace Msalame
She also took to Instagram to encourage her followers to attend the event,
”Some much needed positive energy this morning at state house as the first lady launched her beyond Zero 2019 Marathon slated for 10th March! I got my shirt and ready”
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3. Sheila Mwanyigha
In an Instagram post, she said,
”A pleasure to be part of the beyond zero 2019 marathon launch and stakeholders luncheon at state house hosted by H.E Margaret Kenyatta.”
Carol Radul has every reason to smile as the year comes to an end after being name amongst the Top 25 Women in Digital 2018.
Top Women in Digital recognizes women doing great work in digital who have directly or indirectly contributed to the growth and use of digital for personal and societal good.
The women are innovators, entrepreneurs, corporate trendsetters doing big and small things to make the world a better place.
Blended families are made up of parents and children or a child from previous relationships and these celebrity families have proved to be functioning quite well.
Below are some of the Kenyan celebrity blended families.
1. The Kariuki’s
Fashionable Step mum as she likes to be called is married to Maj Kariuki and have created a beautiful blended family of 4 children with two biological ones.
2. Catherine Kamau(selina) who is married to Philip Karanja
Philip Karanja is the step father to Catherines son Leon. The two walked down the aisle last year in an invite only wedding.
3. Joan Munyi aka Yummy Mummy and her husband Zach Munyi
Joan Munyi is a YouTube content creator and is famously known as Yummy Mummy. The two have been married for over a year now. Zach Munyi is the step son to Joan’s son.
4. Paul Ndichu and Maureen Momanyi
Maureen Momanyi is the step mother to Paul Ndichu’s twins, Zawadi and Raha whose biological mother is Grace Msalame.
5. Akothee
She has three daughters and two sons from different marriages. Akothee had four daughters from her first marriage and bore three children between the ages of 14 to 16. One of her kids died because she could not afford to take her to hospital. She later gave birth to her fourth daughter in the year 2000. Her sons are from her second marriage with a white man who she claims was only interested in having children with her but not marriage. She is currently in a relationship with her manager Nelly Oaks.
Grace Msalame knows how to work her curves and will turn heads wherever she goes.
The mother of two’s fashion sense and bubbly personality have given her an edge in the media business and has also made her a memorable face on and off screen.
Here are some photos to show she truly is goals when it comes to fashion and showcasing style and finesse in how she carries herself.
Fathers day is a celebration honoring fathers and celebrating fatherhood, paternal bonds, and the influence of fathers in society and in line with that we are looking at a number of Kenyan celebrities and their loving dads, who are normally the unsung heroes in the society.
While most wait till they are in dire need of medical assistance or when they are deceased, a few Kenyan celebrities have never shied from celebrating their father figures both on and off social media, with others preferring to show off their mothers.
Below are a number of Kenyan celebrities who have introduced us to their loving fathers and who stand by them through thick and thin.
Kambua
Celebrated singer Kambua Mathu lost her father almost four years ago but that has never stopped her from celebrating and honoring him.
Kambua’s father Professor Manundu who used to host a health show on NTV passed away in 2014.
One of her posts reads, I think of you often. Everyday. Sometimes with tears but more with a smile. I will never forget the day your heart stopped beating and mine continued to beat. I wanted mine to stop too. I felt like it did. But God in His wisdom saw it fit that I’d be here creating part of your legacy and more.
Wahu
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Wahu who turned into gospel music is wife to popular African-pop singer Nameless, and the two are the longest married couples in the Kenyan music industry with over a decade together.
Wahu went through the darkest time of her life when she lost her beloved dad, Mr.Kagwi, back in 2013, January 12th, though it was not clear what the cause of the death was.
Well, the singer has since accepted the loss and has been staying positive while taking care of her mother who has been widowed for 5 years now.
Grace Msalame
Media personality, Grace Msalame lost her dad Tony Msalame, on May 28, 2010.
The veteran broadcaster-cum-comedian passed away after collapsing at his Shekki FM studios at his home in Nyali in Mombasa.
Mr. Msalame is fondly remembered for his radio quiz show Zum Zum kipindi cha kuongeza maarifa on KBC that he co-hosted with Tido Mhando. In 1996, Mr Msalame joined Metro FM where he is famed for his Shekki Leggi (shake your leg) show at weekends.
Muhoho Kenyatta
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President Uhuru Kenyatta is a celebrity dad to Jaba Kenyatta, Jomo Kenyatta and Ngina Kenyatta. Unlike many top ranked politicians who shy from making public appearances with their children, the Kenyatta’s have become popular figures thanks to their numerous appearances normally during state functions.
Winnie Odinga
Kahawa Tungu
Speaking of politicians and their children, Rt Honorable Raila Odinga is another seasoned politician who loves to move around with his children in public.
Raila is a celebrity dad to the late Fidel Odinga, Ms Rosemary Odinga, Winnie Odinga and Raila Odinga Jr.
Nick Ruto
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On more than one occasion, deputy president William Ruto has publicly paraded his six children insisting on how dear they are to him terming them as the reason behind his hard work in life.
Just like his boss, president Kenyatta, Ruto is often accompanied by his children during state occasions.
Ruth Matete
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Gospel artiste and Tusker Project season 5 winner Ruth Matete is the daughter to celebrated Kenyan actor, Abel Amunga.
The multi-talented artiste and the founder of Ruth Matete Music Academy, the only child was raised by a single father, Abel Amunga.
She became a national sensation back in 2012 when she beat other contestants in the TPF competition, to win the much coveted Sh5million cash prize.
Grace Msalame is a great mother. The former TV girl and single mother of twins has revealed inspiring facts about her children and she’s a proud parent.
One of Grace Msalame’s twins is spiritual and every time she’s at a place of worship, she goes down on her knees just to speak with her maker.
Grace Msalame with her daughters at Citam, Karen
Over the weekend, they attended Todd Dulaney’s concert at Citam, Karen. Todd is an American gospel musician and former baseball player.
The excited mother shared photos of one her daughters on her knees, deep in her faith and captioned:
“Train up a child in the way they should go, And when he is old he will not depart from it- Proverbs 22:6
My little Worshiper brings me to tears each time! because it started this young for me as well so to see God do this in her life is just one of the many things that show me how Faithful He is🙌🏾This is what matters most to me🙏🏾 Glory to God🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾All of it! Thank you so much for capturing this @hiram_photography.”
In another post, Grace called upon parents to bring up their children in Godly ways, assuring them they will never regret it.
“Dear Parents your children are watching you! Show them God that is all I can say! Please show them God! I can’t explain the joy I have in my heart at this moment and the overwhelming presence of the Holy Spirit! I shall be crying for a while… last night was POWERFUL!!
Thank you, Jesus, Thank you!
Psalms 118:22- The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone!
Claim the verse above! Your children will become the cornerstone🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾”
Recently, photos of a three-year-old baby girl identified as Praise went viral leaving Kenyans wowed.
Grace Msalame and Paul Ndichu (the father of her twins) are co-parenting.
One of Grace’s followers identified as Real_omentor on Instagram blasted the sexy mother claiming that she was torturing her daughter.
“PLEASE STOP TORTURING YOUR CHILDREN LET THEM GROW UP AND BE ABLE TO MAKE THEIR OWN DECISIONS IN REGARDS TO RELIGION. THIS IS BRAINWASHING THEM,” HE WROTE.
This did not go down well with a section of Msalame’s followers and below are the mixed reactions
Suzanneusain: @real_omentor this has got to be the most retarded comment I’ve seen in a minute! The current generation of kids and teens are out here in the streets shooting sex tapes & snorting crack because they lack proper guidance from their guardians who have left it to social media to raise them! Yet you want to come and recklessly flap your gums on peoples timelines who are doing their best to mentor and raise their kids on the right path…..btw someone needs to say a lil prayer for you sir.
Kambuamuziki: Oh Grace. This is everything. Everything. 💕
Elginkwamboka: Molded in the right manner…. I’m challenged
Mulinge: Teach a child the way they should go and when they grow up they will not depart from it. beautiful picture.
Vicky: You are an amazing mother. God bless you as you mold them…this is powerful
Vanessa Mdee: I’ve been staring at this picture for a while. It’s beautiful, powerful love you are blessed
Leedyah Ndugire: God is truly raising a great generation. So inspiring!!
Meg Ritah: Amidst the storms of this generation God will raise Such souls that worship in spirit and truth,may His will be done in her life, it’s just amazing
Tez Odhiambo: Amen may the Lord remember this day, may he take her to places money can’t take, May this spirit of worship abide in her and with her.
Wambui Njoki: Wow… Beautiful photo. Speaks more than words themselves.. How beautiful is it to see such a young soul hungry for Jesus.Thumbs up mama Zara
Grace Msalame is a great mother. The former TV girl and single mother of twins has revealed inspiring facts about her children and she’s a proud parent.
One of Grace Msalames twins is spiritual and every time she’s at a place of worship, she goes down on her knees just to speak with her maker.
Yesterday, they attended Todd Dulaney concert at Citam, Karen. Todd is an American gospel musician and former baseball player.
Grace Msalame in church with her daughters
The excited mother shared photos of one her daughter on her knees deep in her faith and captioned:
“Train up a child in the way they should go, And when he is old he will not depart from it- Proverbs 22:6
My little Worshiper brings me to tears each time! because it started this young for me as well so to see God do this in her life is just one of the many things that show me how Faithful He is🙌🏾This is what matters most to me🙏🏾 Glory to God🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾All of it! Thank you so much for capturing this @hiram_photography.”
Grace Msalame’s daughter on her knees deep in faith
In another post-Grace called upon parents to bring up their children in Godly ways and they will never regret it.
“Dear Parents your children are watching you! Show them God that is all I can say! Please show them God! I can’t explain the joy I have in my heart at this moment and the overwhelming presence of the Holy Spirit! I shall be crying for a while… last night was POWERFUL!!
Thank you, Jesus, Thank you!
Psalms 118:22- The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone!
Claim the verse above! Your children will become the cornerstone🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾”
Grace Msalame’s daughter on her knees deep in faith
Recently, photos of a three-year-old baby girl identified as Praise went viral leaving Kenyans wowed.
Grace Msalame and Paul Ndichu (the father of her twins) are co-parenting.
Check out comments from Kenyans after Grace Msalame’s daughter’s photos on her knees surfaced:
Leedyah Ndugire: God is truly raising a great generation. So inspiring!!
Meg Ritah: Amidst the storms of this generation God will raise Such souls that worship in spirit and truth,may His will be done in her life, it’s just amazing
Tez Odhiambo: Amen may the Lord remember this day, may he take her to places money can’t take, May this spirit of worship abide in her and with her.
Wambui Njoki: Wow… Beautiful photo…. Speaks more than words themselves.. How beautiful is it to see such a young soul hungry for Jesus…. Thumbs up mama Zara
2108 seems to be the year for celebrities either revealing their baby bumps or surprising us with photos of newborns.Others are also making their future plans clear.
Former Kiss Tv presenter Grace Msalame may have let the cat out of the bag. She revealed that she is planning to have baby number three, and perhaps really soon.
Grace is a mother to twins, and hinted that baby number three is likely. This was after Terryanne Chebet posted a video teaching her newborn how to swim. Grace appears to have had baby fever and wrote:
This so Beautiful Mami❤️😍❤️I’ll most definitely be more brave with my next one🙆🏾love this🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
Just this weekend, we learnt that hunk Nick Mutuma, Kymo Thitima are the latest celebrity dads. They dropped the news on social media, sending their fans into a frenzy.
Even Joy Doreen Biira and KTN presenter Michelle Ngele just displayed her baby bump. Who knew she was preggars all along? Former Citizen TB presenter Terryanne Chebet has been spending time with her four month ld daughter bonding, just like all other mums love to do. Terryanne spent the weekend teaching her cute bundle of joy how to swim. She shared a cute video of her daughter and even encouraged new mums to try it, revealing why it helpd newborns. She wrote:
Starting them off early. Finding our own special way to bond❤❤❤. My little swimmer. We’ve had a beautiful morning 🐳🐳🐳 heated pool, swimming diapers, baby friendly clean pool, certified instructors.)
Check out the picture below.
Former Citizen Tv presenter Terryanne Chebet spends quality time with her daughter
Grace’s comment did not escape the notice of fans.
Grace Msalame has turned a new leaf. When she is not preaching and spreading the good news online, she is being a good mother to her two daughters.
But one thing we know for sure is, Grace Msalame is one secretive lady who does her things in silence. She has mastered this art over the years and it’s clearly worked for her.
She’s one lady who never does things just coz everyone is doing but rather because she’s thought it out and has come to a conclusion.
Who would have known that the media personality has not one but four tattoos on her neck?
Well, she has finally shown off her beautiful tattoos, stating that the pain she went through was excruciating. The 3 stars represent her and her two daughters and the other one is for her love for music.
Grace Msalame’s tattoos
SHE WROTE, “9YRS AGO YOUTH SAID GO FOR IT😫THE PAIN WAS EXCRUCIATING😫🙆🏾SAFE TO SAY I’D NEVER GO BACK! ESPECIALLY NOW THAT I VIEW MY BODY DIFFERENTLY BUT HOW FUNNY 3STARS EVEN BEFORE MY BABIES🤗JUST THE THREE OF US❤️❤️❤️& MY LOVE FOR MUSIC❤️ #NEWCUT #NEWWOMAN #WHODIS.”
