Shilah Madison Calvert-Yin, from Melbourne, Australia, was born with a rare genetic condition called uncombable hair syndrome, which makes her hair grow outward in a fluffy, spiky shape that cannot be easily brushed or straightened. After years of being teased by classmates and called names because of her unusual appearance, Shilah chose to embrace her natural hair with the support of her mother, Celeste. Diagnosed at age seven after a dentist recognized the condition, she began sharing her story online to raise awareness and encourage others to accept their differences. First making headlines in December 2020, Shilah’s inspiring journey became a reminder that being different is something to celebrate, not something to hide…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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