Postpartum Hair Loss

Postpartum Hair Loss After Pregnancy and Childbirth

During pregnancy, you may have been thrilled with your thick and lustrous mane of hair. Except for some dryness, you may have thought, wow, pregnancy has finally given my hair some life! But then once you have your baby — poof! You’re alarmed, even shocked, to find that your hair seems to be falling out

It is common for women to notice many different changes to their bodies during pregnancy. While some may notice that their hair seems to grow better while they are pregnant, others worry that they will lose hair during this time. Is pregnancy the culprit to hair loss? Here are some of the things that you should know about how pregnancy may affect your head of hair.

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Does Pregnancy Cause Postpartum Hair Loss?

Hair loss generally does not occur during pregnancy. If you notice yourself losing a lot of hair while you are pregnant, it is likely due to a preexisting condition. Changes in hormones that take place during pregnancy do not cause women to experience hair loss during this time. Some women may notice a reduction in hair loss while they are pregnant because taking certain medications, like birth control pills, can cause the problem. It is common for hair loss to occur three to four months after delivery, according to the American Pregnancy Association. The good news is that hair loss related to pregnancy generally does not last long enough to cause baldness or patches. However, if hair loss continues beyond 3 to 4 months postpartum or it seems to be significant, it may indicate a disruption in your Anagen growth cycle that could require further evaluation. Guci Image with over almost Three decades of experience treating hormonal related hair loss is only a call away.

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How Long Does Hair Loss Last After Pregnancy?

Postpartum hair loss occurs after pregnancy generally starts about three months after delivery and usually stops by the fourth month. Thus, pregnancy-related hair loss may last a total of two months. If hair loss continues after this point or if it seems to be significant, be sure to talk to your doctor or a hair loss expert. There is likely another reason you are losing hair.

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