We had the good fortune of connecting with Nazhi “Thee Baker “ Forrest and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Nazhi “Thee Baker “, we’d love to hear about how you approach risk and risk-taking
A risk that has played in my life is people rejecting learning about Sickle Cell Anemia, People has also rejected our Organic treats…because their either scared that it’ll taste horrible or either feel like our cause isn’t important.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
I have been baking for a few years now and I have also battled Sickle Cell Anemia since birth.

What makes me proud- One thing that makes me unique is that my two sisters also are fighting sickle cell! All three of us have a rare sickle cell trait that strikes all female children from my parents.

After the tragic experience of witnessing my older sister have a massive stroke in 2014, I learned more about the history of our overlooked disease. I learned about trigger foods and special dietary needs that help people living with sickle cell stay healthy..

The lessons I’ve learned along the way- I came up with recipes for cakes that ANYONE could enjoy; even people battling Sickle Cell or on restricted diets. I have a big sweet tooth, so it was hard to find a way to create the same taste. I kept on testing until I found a great formula that uses organic and natural ingredients. Once my parents tasted what I was making, they knew I was on to something and Nazhi Thee Baker was born! That also gave life to Nazhi Thee Baker Angel Foundation. I use the proceeds of my cakes to buy toys and items needed by children with Sickle Cell, stuck in the hospital for extended periods of time

I want the world to about me our my brand-

I want the world to know that, we are spreading awareness about Sickle Cell and we have been blessed to have our story told on local and national television and radio! This is just the beginning of our journey and we hope to inspire others to do the same.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
I would go to the movies. I would prepare a home cook dinner. We would visit a smoothie bar, and hang out at the beach.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I would love to shout-out my mom Twinkle and my dad Ricky, my two sisters, Shakarra, Italiyah Empress and my brother De’Armani Forrest. I feel so blessed to have my family, I would like to thank them for believing in me and for always standing next to me.

Their prayers are the most amazing support for me, and I still need it for my entire life.

And thank you so much, to my village and everyone who gives me so much kind support, and TONS of LOVE through the process. 🫶🏾💫

Thanks so much for always believing in me and doing so much for me. I love them dearly!

Website: nazhitheebaker.com

Instagram: Nazhi Thee Baker

Linkedin: Nazhi Forrest

Twitter: https://twitter.com/nazhibakes?s=21&t=QbNG28MRbZhuh_GM84hE7A

Yelp: https://twitter.com/nazhibakes?s=21&t=QbNG28MRbZhuh_GM84hE7A

Youtube: Nazhi Thee Baker

Image Credits
Wardrobe stylist- TinaJStyle Photographer- Marliese Marie

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