The Nigerian Tradition Ami Carries On Her Face

Thank you to Quince for sponsoring this video! Elevate your essentials for the whole family with Quince. Go to https://quince.yt.link/Xv1t779 for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. #quincepartner Ami has had these marks on her face her whole life — but our kids finally asked the question we've been waiting for: "Mom, why does your face look like that?" In this video, Ami shares the true story of how she got her tribal marks growing up in Nigeria as part of the Yoruba tribe — including the surprising reason her family had them done when she was a child. We also take a moment to explain the history and meaning behind Yoruba tribal marks, one of Africa's oldest cultural traditions, and what these marks meant for families during some of history's darkest moments. The kids had questions. Good ones. And Ami answered every single one. :10 The Lines on Ami's face 1:00 How and why it happened 2:05 Couldn't stop the fainting 2:25 Why she has the marks 2:50 Grandma takes Ami 3:30 Yoruba culture explained 4:25 Nigerian traditions 4:50 A kid from school asked about the tribal marks 6:55 Ami's siblings do not have tribal marks 7:20 Do they still do tribal marks? 7:40 Tribal marks identification 8:00 It did cure the fainting! The history and meaning of Yoruba tribal marks Why Ami's family had them done How this ancient African tradition shaped identity and family bonds for centuries The Mighty McClures are a family of five — Justin, Ami, twins Ava & Alexis, and Jersey — sharing real life, real conversations, and real moments. #YorubaCulture #TribalMarks #NigerianCulture