Postpartum hair loss is a normal part of the changes that a woman goes through after having a baby. Because of an increased amount of estrogen and progesterone levels during pregnancy, hair will remain in an ongoing stage of growth. Then when hormone levels drop after giving birth, your hair will remain in what’s called a resting stage. After about three months, this hair will start to fall out so that new growth can being. You will experience the most hair loss around three months after giving birth. I’m going to go over some tips to help you deal with this hair loss.
Continue to Take Prenatal Vitamins
Your body will be under increased demand for a while postpartum as it recovers from birth. If you are breastfeeding, much of the nutritional demands from growing a baby will still need to come from what you take in. It can help with hair loss and for keeping healthy to continue to take your prenatal vitamins.
Don’t Use Blow Dryers
Blow drying your hair can dry it out and cause more of your hair to fall out. The last thing that you need when your hair is naturally falling out postpartum is to add to the stress by drying out your hair. Blow dryers can cause split ends and breakage. Instead of blowing your hair dry, try to use natural means to dry it, such as using a towel or letting it air dry.
Minimize Curling Iron and Hot Roller Use
There may be times when you want to look your best and curl your hair with a hot iron or hot curls. Try though to limit the use of these appliances. By adding heat to your hair, you will be causing it to dry out and break off. Instead of using heat to curl your hair, you may want to try soft foam rollers that you can sleep in.
Talk To Your Doctor
If you feel that your hair loss is extreme or if other symptoms accompany it, you may want to talk to your doctor. Your doctor may want to run some tests to check for postpartum thyroiditis. Remember, that a little hair loss can feel like you are going bald. Try not to worry, as it is normal to experience hair loss. However, it never hurts to get checked out by a doctor just to be on the safe side, especially if you are worried.
Castor Oil
Because castor oil is rich in ricinoleic acid and omega-6-fatty acids, it can help with your hair growth. It can help your hair that needs to fall out and also to stimulate your hair that will be coming in, to massage your hair with castor oil mixed with coconut oil.
Limit Your Stress
Stress can cause more hair to fall out. Try to limit the amount of stress that you are under. Remember that you have just given birth to an amazing human being. Pat yourself on the back and let that dust settle on the bookcase instead of feeling the need to keep your house in perfect shape. Take some time to snuggle your baby instead of worrying about what needs to be done. Reducing stress will help to keep your whole body healthier including your hair.
Final Thoughts
Postpartum hair loss is completely normal. It is, in fact, a healthy part of the process of pregnancy. So remind yourself that you are normal and that your hair will grow back thick again. Try to follow the tips that I went over in this article. It won’t be long until your normal hair thickness returns.
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