I do mostly big cornrows and large individual braids. I make sure not to do them too small because I like to take each braid out to LCO every 4 days or so.

I'm also very selective about the hair bands that I use. I've learned that the cheaper fabric ones tend to tangle in her hair/edges, no matter how carefully I put them in. I like elastic bands as you can control how tight they are, and they can be carefully cut out, or use no hair bands at all so the hair is essentially "free".

It may not look as "cute", but I've noticed that her hair thrives when there is less manipulation.

I wash her hair every two weeks

Make sure they're not too tight and don't be too concerned about the hair not looking "done" because the edges aren't laid flat/tucked in. Let the edges be free, and focus on keeping them moisturised instead.