{"id":7616,"date":"2022-01-24T12:12:14","date_gmt":"2022-01-24T12:12:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/haireveryday.com\/?p=7616"},"modified":"2022-01-24T12:12:19","modified_gmt":"2022-01-24T12:12:19","slug":"hair-loss-after-pregnancy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/haireveryday.com\/hair-loss-after-pregnancy\/","title":{"rendered":"Hair Loss After Pregnancy. How to Treat it?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Hair loss after pregnancy is quite normal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But during pregnancy, many women experience thicker, fuller hair at around 15 weeks gone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Experts say this is due to the rise in hormones such as estrogen while pregnant<\/a>. This hormone is thought to pause the hair renewal cycle which prevents hair from shedding like it normally does.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you normally have thin hair, this may feel great! Many pregnant women find their hair becomes thicker and stronger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But all good things come to an end and you may notice a sudden shedding of hair, even in clumps up to 6 months after you have the baby. Which can be quite scary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The thing to remember is \u2013 this is completely normal and it happens when your hormones start to drop back to normal levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/span>Postpartum Hair Loss \u2013 How Long Does It Last?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you experience hair loss after pregnancy, try not to stress. I know it\u2019s easy to say but your body just needs time to get back to normal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you haven\u2019t experienced postpartum hair loss yet, this may because you are breastfeeding. Occasionally hair will not fall immediately after pregnancy, until the little one starts on formula.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most women get their usual hair growth cycle back between 6 and 12 months after giving birth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Best Treatments for Hair Loss After Pregnancy<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Unfortunately, there is no actual cure for hair loss after pregnancy. But, there are a few methods you can try to help your hair look and feel fuller and healthier again. The best postpartum hair treatments to try are;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Ditch the Hot Styling Tools<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The last thing your hair needs after giving birth is to be ravaged further with hot styling tools. These can damage your remaining hair and even make it look thinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you can, let your hair air dry and pat dry gently with a soft towel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Be gentle while brushing and even invest in a wide tooth comb which is gentler on knots. Hair may come out in clumps if you brush too vigorously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Use a Volumising Shampoo<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While you probably won\u2019t have much time to wash your hair as a new mum, when you do, use a volumising shampoo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some normal conditioning shampoos can make your hair look even thinner. A good, quality volumising shampoo may add some much needed volume and give your locks a boost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Eat a Healthy, Balanced Diet<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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A healthy diet is needed after giving birth, to keep you energised for the little one. The right food also helps to nourish hair and build new follicles strong and shiny.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Foods that are great for hair health include; fatty fish, leafy greens, eggs, sweet potatoes, carrots, fruit, nuts and seeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Get Enough Vitamins<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As a new mum, you may not have the time to cook healthy, nutritious meals. And this is where vitamin supplements can help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Supplements fill in the gaps when it\u2019s not possible to eat a well-rounded diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alongside general vitamins, continue to take your prenatal supplement, especially if you are breast-feeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Talk to your GP if you don\u2019t know which vitamins are right for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Visit Your Doctor if Post Pregnancy Hair Loss is Excessive<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While hair loss and hair thinning after pregnancy is common, if it seems excessive, don\u2019t be afraid to check in with your doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It will put your mind at rest and they can check for other symptoms which may point to an underlying cause.<\/p>\n

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To Summarize<\/p>\n