Post-Pregnancy Hair Loss

Post-Pregnancy Hair Loss

Having a baby is such a great experience, and the majority of mothers discover a new adventure they didn’t anticipate, which is hair loss during pregnancy. Women experience sudden shedding, usually patches, between 2–4 months post-delivery. Although it is a scary experience, it is a perfectly normal and temporary situation. Understanding the causes and solutions can minimize the fear and have your locks growing more quickly.

Why Does Post-Pregnancy Hair Loss Occur? 

During pregnancy, the estrogen level is elevated, thus prolonging the hair growth phase for longer periods, thus leading to thicker and shinier hair. But after giving birth, the level of estrogen decreases significantly. This results in causing several hair follicles to fall simultaneously, thus resulting in postpartum hair loss.

Besides these, the reason also includes:

Insufficient sleeping and rest

Dietary deficiency

Hormonal disturbance and stress

Recovery from the delivery or surgery

When Does Post Pregnancy Hair Loss Stop? 

In the majority of women, excessive hair loss reaches the peak level between 3–6 months after delivery and improves steadily at 6–12 months after delivery. In a few cases, if hair fall does not stop even after one year, underlying conditions such as thyroid imbalance or anemia must be identified.

How to Avoid Post Pregnancy Hair Loss?

Although, you can’t completely stop this natural process, but you can minimize its severity with following tips:

Maintain a balanced diet rich in proteins, leafy greens, and nuts.

Ensure enough hydration and adequate rest (whenever possible).

Avoid heat styling, chemical treatments, or tight hairstyles.

Use wide-tooth combs to reduce mechanical breakage.

Gentle scalp massages to improve blood circulation.

1. Mild Shampoos 

Select a post pregnancy hair loss shampoo that is sulfate-free and contains biotin, keratin, and herbal extracts such as aloe vera or hibiscus. These fortify thinning hair without chemicals.

2. Vitamins

Key post pregnancy hair loss vitamins are:

Biotin: fortifies hair and nails.

Iron: protects against anemia-induced shedding.

Vitamin D: maintains follicle health.

Calcium & Folic Acid: important for post-pregnancy repair and hair growth.

3. Home Remedies

Aloe vera gel masks to calm the scalp.

Fenugreek paste from seeds to strengthen follicles.

Coconut or almond oil massage to hydrate roots.

4. Medical Assistance

If hair loss is severe, consult your dermatologist or gynecologist. They may prescribe some medication or tests to rule out thyroid and hormonal issues.

5. PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Treatment

PRP treatment is one of the most recent and exciting hair restoration treatments.

-What is PRP?

Platelet-Rich Plasma therapy is a therapy that uses the patient’s own blood to promote the hair growth.

Blood is drawn, centrifuged to remove platelets, and infused into the scalp.

-How does it work?

Platelets have growth factors, which are used to restore injured tissue and activate resting follicles. This plasma is injected into the scalp, these growth factors enhance the blood supply, promote follicle survival, and promotes new hair growth.

-Procedure:

1. A few drops of blood are drawn from the patient.
2. Centrifuged to activate the platelets.
3. The platelet-rich solution is then injected into targeted areas of the scalp.

-Sessions Required: 

Usually 3–6 sessions are required, spaced at 4–6 weeks and followed by maintenance at 6–12 months.

-Effectiveness: 

Best for early to moderate hereditary hair loss. Thickens existing hair and slows further thinning.

-Side Effects: 

It can cause mild pain, redness, or swelling of the scalp for 1–2 days. No major long-term risk as it is using the patient’s own blood.

If you are concerned about postpartum shedding, keep in mind that it is a temporary process that will work itself out by one year. With proper shampoos, vitamins, and home remedies, you can reduce the issue and be your hair’s biggest advocate for its natural growth process. Motherhood is a lovely experience, and patiently with love, your hair will be healthy again.

If you are concerned about postpartum shedding, keep in mind that it is a temporary process that will work itself out by one year. With proper shampoos, vitamins, and home remedies, you can reduce the issue and be your hair’s biggest advocate for its natural growth process. Motherhood is a lovely experience, and patiently with love, your hair will be healthy again.

In conclusion, Hair PRP Treatment Pune, led by Dr. Vaseem Choudhary and his experienced team at Homeo Care Clinic, is dedicated to providing advanced and effective PRP therapies for both hair and skin rejuvenation. Our goal is to help you feel confident and look your best with treatments designed to address hair thinning and skin concerns naturally. We believe in offering personalized care and creating customized plans to meet each individual’s unique needs, ensuring the best possible results.

To schedule an appointment or learn more about our treatments, please visit our website or call us at +91 9595211594. Our friendly team is here to support you throughout your journey to healthier hair and radiant skin. If you’re looking for the best PRP treatment clinic, we are here to assist.

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