Are you losing chunks of hair after giving birth? Know that Postpartum hair loss is absolutely normal, almost as much as the sleepless nights, and tiredness that comes with having a baby. This loss in hair happens due to a sudden change of hormonal levels in our body. When we are pregnant, the spike in estrogen (and increase in blood flow), slows down the rate of normal hair fall. Come childbirth, these hormones start to drop significantly, leading to hair loss.
Want to know what you can do to manage postnatal hair loss? Here are 5 tips that can actually help – from products to better lifestyle habits, you can give your hair a chance to be itself again!
Eat well. Take those vitamins
You already know this, but what you eat, does indeed show up on your hair! Make sure you take the time to eat a balanced diet that can help promote hair growth and balance your hormones. Dark, leafy vegetables, healthy fats and whole grains are a good source of iron, vitamin C, magnesium and Omega 3. Your doctor may also suggest taking a multivitamin or continuing with your prenatal vitamin post-birth.
Steer clear of heat styling
While experiencing hair fall after pregnancy is a normal process, you can try to keep your hair healthy and prevent damage so they appear “fuller”. Keep heat styling to a minimum so there is lesser damage to your hair. Heat styling in general can be quite harsh on the hair. It encourages hair loss, due to all the pulling and tugging, and unregulated heat on your hair is anyway harmful to its long term health. Embrace air drying and enjoy your hair – as naturally as you can!
Be kind to your hair
Choose better hair care for your hair while it grows through this rapid change in volume. Opt for hair products that are free of nasties, and chemicals so you are pumping a whole lot of goodness into your scalp and tresses. Not only will this strengthen your current hair, but it will also give a naturally “hair-happy” environment for your regrowth. We have a range of hair care products on Cosmetics Now that are gentle on the hair and provide the necessary nutrition that it needs. As always, do check with your doctor before using a product especially if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Style your hair different
While you stay away from heat styling, you probably are looking for easy ways for your hair to look good(and fuller) without taking up too much of your busy-mom time. There are a few hair styles that can help conceal hair loss, and still look super chic and put together within a few minutes.
A ponytail is the most universal mom hairdo which may seem basic at first but is an easy way to make boring hair look sassy in minutes. Choose between high to low styles, pull out a few hair strands on the sides to give definition to your face structure, and you could be walking out as stylish as any new mom on the block.
Don’t have time to wash your hair? A perfect mom-do is an effortless bun that helps you to stay chic all day, whether its for running errands or hanging out with visitors. Better still, grab a hair tie or doughnut-style accessory and wrap your hair around it to give the impression of a fuller bun!
Get a hair cut
Trimming your damaged and frizzy ends will help to promote new hair growth. If you can, try going short with your hair cut for a few months after childbirth. It will also give you a chance to let your hair be – easy to wash, dry and maintain. And, you’ll also get a fresher look that will make you feel better regardless of night waking and busy days!
