Fact Vs. Fiction
There’s no need to panic! Despite what you may have heard or read, you’re not going bald. During pregnancy, your body undergoes what seems to be a never-ending series of changes. Once you have the baby (or babies), your body goes through yet another series of changes, in order to get back to normal. To hang onto some of those extra strands, you can try breastfeeding, but just know that after you stop, those extra strands will start falling out again.
What You Can Do About It
You can keep your hair healthy by eating well and taking a prenatal vitamin supplement. Also, be extra gentle with your hair during this time. That means shampooing only when necessary, using a good conditioner, as well as avoiding tight dos, heat of any kind (blow dryers, curling irons, and flat irons), and chemicals (highlights and relaxers). You should regain your normal hair density within 12 months.
The Truth About Postpartum Hair Loss was originally published on blackdoctor.org
