Hair Loss During Pregnancy…So What Now?

Introduction

Ok, so you're pregnant and experiencing hair loss – what's up with that? The good news is that this is a pretty normal side effect of pregnancy. It's also temporary, so don't worry! In this article, we'll go over some basics about hair loss during pregnancy and offer some tips for coping with it. You can read on for more information or just jump to our section called "How much hair loss is normal?" if you want the short answer: not much!

How much hair loss is normal?

As a general rule, expect to lose between 2-3 pounds of hair during pregnancy. This is a normal part of the process and does not indicate that your hair is falling out in greater amounts than it usually would. If you’re losing more than this amount or less, it could be due to increased stress levels or eating more protein (or less).

What causes hair loss?

The cause of hair loss during pregnancy is not fully understood. Some experts believe it may be caused by a combination of increased levels of the hormone progesterone, stress, and other factors that can cause the body to retain fluid. The condition is not harmful to you or your baby and should go away after delivery.

If you're suffering from excessive hair loss while expecting, there are several things you can do to help prevent further hair loss:

• Eat a balanced diet with enough protein, iron, and calcium (you should be able to find prenatal vitamins at most drug stores). This will help keep your hair strong and healthy as it grows back in after delivery.

• Keep your weight under control by exercising regularly, avoiding salty foods, and drinking plenty of water every day (about eight glasses) so that your system does not retain too much fluid that might contribute to even more hair loss than normal during this period; try drinking herbal teas if this seems difficult for some reason!

When will the hair loss stop?

You can expect your hair to grow back after you give birth. It’s important to note that the regrowth is often slow, so if you don’t see a lot of new growth immediately following your baby’s arrival, there's no need to worry. Just keep in mind that it will happen eventually—and once it does, you'll be happy that you didn't spend money on any unnecessary products!

When we asked our Wise Bread community about their experiences with hair loss during pregnancy and what they did about it, many women said they used coconut oil on their scalps regularly and saw positive results after giving birth (coconut oil is great for preventing dandruff too). Another popular tip: massaging castor oil into the scalp at bedtime helps reduce itching while improving hair growth overall.

You may also want to consider using a leave-in conditioner or other styling products before washing your hair again; this help keeps moisture in without weighing down strands or making them oily. If possible, limit heat styling as much as possible as this will put even more stress on vulnerable follicles; instead, try using natural oils like jojoba or coconut when moisturizing rather than gels or sprays which contain alcohols that dry out locks even further

7 Ways to Deal With Hair Loss During Pregnancy

• Wear a hat or scarf

• Use a hair mask

• Use a shampoo with natural ingredients

• Use a hair oil

• Avoid washing your hair every day

• Take supplements

Best Tips for After You've Given Birth

So now that you know what to expect, here are some tips to keep in mind after you've given birth:

• Avoid stress. Stress can lead to hair loss by speeding up the rate at which your body sheds its hair and also making it more difficult for new hair growth to be healthy.

• Use gentle shampoo and conditioner. Avoid products that contain alcohol or other harsh chemicals as these may irritate the scalp and cause dandruff, which can lead to baldness.

• Eat healthily. Eating well is important for both physical and mental health during pregnancy but it is also good for preventing premature greying of the hair during this period as well as helping you keep a balanced diet afterward when breastfeeding (which can be stressful) or if your baby is being bottle fed (which means less sleep).

• Exercise regularly - exercise helps boost endorphins (the feel-good hormones), improves circulation, and makes us feel more confident about ourselves so we are less likely to get depressed or stressed out when dealing with life's challenges such as having an infant take over our lives! Also don't forget to get enough sleep which will help reduce stress levels AND prevent postpartum depression symptoms like anxiety & mood swings which could lead some women to feel suicidal thoughts since they don’t know how else they'll cope while trying to raise kids alone without any help from partners/friends/family members etcetera."

You might experience hair loss during pregnancy, and it's not fun, but it's completely normal.

In this section, we're going to take a look at how pregnancy causes hair loss and what you can do about it.

You might be in the beginning stages of pregnancy or you may be nearing the end – either way, your body is going through some pretty big changes right now. You may notice that your hair falls out more than usual, especially if you have a history of thinning or shedding during other times in your life (like during menopause). This typically happens around weeks 9-12 of pregnancy and is completely normal: it's one of those little changes that happen when everything else is changing so much too!

The reason behind this hair loss has to do with hormonal changes as well as increased blood circulation -- both are necessary for growing new cells and tissues for baby development. The good news is that most women experience this kind of temporary shedding once only; if it does happen again later on in life (like during menopause), then there might be an underlying medical cause like thyroid disease which needs treatment from a doctor before any further problems start up again down the road.

Conclusion

This can be a tough time for many women, and I hope that you feel better soon. If you are concerned about your hair loss, contact your doctor who will be able to help assess if there is anything further that needs to be done.