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Pregnancy and childbirth dramatically change the amount of hormones in your body. This process can in turn trigger a change in the rate of hair growth. During pregnancy, your hair will maintain a growth or transition phase, so hair growth or loss in the future will make it thicker. About 3 months after your baby is born, your hair will continue to fall out, and all the hair that was supposed to be lost during pregnancy is suddenly falling out of this time. Rest assured as this is normal and temporary, and this rate of hair loss will not continue. You should take care of your hair gently while you wait for it to return to normal hair growth.

Steps

Method 1 of 2: Gentle with Hair

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   Avoid tight hairstyles. Pulling on the hair, or styling it too tight, can cause hair to break. Styling or playing with your hair too often can also contribute to hair loss. Opt for loose hairstyles to minimize stretch or damage to your hair.
   • Avoid tight braids, use hair curls, or tie hair with hair pins and buns.
   • You should also avoid steaming hot oil to your hair, as it can damage the hair and scalp.
   • Avoid playing with your hair too often, and don't twist or pull your hair.

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   Use a wide-tooth comb. If your comb is a snug-tooth comb, it is more likely to stretch your hair than a wide-tooth brush. This stretching action can cause more hair loss.
   • When brushing your hair, always brush gently.
   • Wet hair is more fragile than dry hair. Be careful when combing your hair with a comb or brush while your hair is still wet, and don't pull or tug on tangled hair.

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   Beware of heat. Using a heat tool on your hair can damage and cause more hair loss. Try to avoid using any device such as a hair dryer or curling iron. If you need to use a dryer, set it to the cooler setting as possible. advertisement

Method 2 of 2: Hair Care

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   Find the right products for your hair. Certain types of hair care products, shampoos, and conditioners, are believed to help hair look thicker and stronger. You may have to try a few products before you find the one that best suits your hair type and hairstyle. You should look for products that have one of the following characteristics:
   • Look for products that are labeled "hair thickening shampoo".
   • Avoid buying “hair shampoos” as they can make your hair look thin or flat.
   • Avoid using "deep conditioner". They can be too heavy and make your hair look thinner.
   • Try to find a conditioner specifically designed for thinning hair.
   • Products containing biotin or silica can also be quite helpful.

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   Don't stress. Stress can increase hair loss levels. Stress can cause your hair follicles to go into a resting state, resulting in your hair looking thinner. Hair loss caused by stress can be treated by less stress. Of course, this will be quite difficult when you just have one new member in your family. Remember to ask for help when needed and make sure your spouse will help you as much as possible.

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   Try a new haircut. You can ask your stylist to get you a new haircut that makes your hair look thicker. Remember that postpartum hair loss is only a temporary matter, and that you can always give your hair a different style once your hair begins to recover.
   • Long hairstyles will make hair loss more apparent.

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   Be careful with your diet. Diet can affect hair health. By consuming certain foods, you will be able to have strong and healthy hair. Try to add the following vitamins and minerals to your diet:
   • The protein. Hair is made up of protein. A diet that provides the necessary amount of protein will keep hair strong.
   • Iron. If you eat meat, you should eat lean meats as they are a healthier source of iron. Good sources of iron from fruits and vegetables include soybeans, lentils and lettuce.
   • Flavonoids and antioxidants. Vegetables and fruits contain flavonoids and antioxidants that can help maintain hair follicles.

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   Take a supplement. There are a few supplements that will help maintain healthy hair. While you wait for your hormone levels and hair growth to return to normal, you can give your hair a few extra nutrients.
   • You can use vitamins B, C, E and zinc.
   • There is some evidence that oral biotin, zinc, and topical creams containing clobetasol propionate can be effective in treating hair loss.
   • Using lavender oil in combination with thyme oil, rosemary oil and cedar wood oil can help treat some types of hair loss.

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   Consider using birth control pills. After your baby is born, your estrogen levels will be lower than normal. Hormonal birth control pills can help boost your estrogen levels and, as a result, help you cope with hair loss after giving birth.
   • You should wait at least 4 weeks after your baby is born before starting any hormonal birth control pills. Taking the medicine too early can increase your risk of blood clots (blood clots).
   • If you are breast-feeding, you should wait until your milk glands have stabilized as birth control pills can disrupt milk production.
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Advice

• Don't worry. Hair loss after childbirth will not last long. After 6 - 12 months, your hair will grow back to normal.