Why hair loss occurs after childbirth
The birth of a baby is the happiest event in a woman's life. But after childbirth, changes occur in the body, new experiences appear. All this affects the weakened health and affects the appearance. Especially often during this period, hair begins to fall out.
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Why hair falls out after childbirth
When a woman is carrying a baby, there is a complete restructuring of her hormonal levels. The body literally transforms, including due to emotional uplift. The appearance of the expectant mother and the condition of her hair are improving. After childbirth, stress and fatigue are felt.
In addition, as a result of large blood loss in women, anemia develops, which provokes hair loss... Here are some of the main reasons that cause it:
- postpartum depression;
- the use of anesthesia during childbirth, which has a bad effect on the state of health;
- failure in the hormonal and endocrine systems;
- lack of hemoglobin;
- lack of vitamins.
Although hair loss after childbirth is common, it is best to consult a doctor. Sometimes hair begins to fall out with the development of serious diseases that require urgent treatment.
How to stop hair loss after childbirth
In case of hair loss in the postpartum period, special attention should be paid to them. It is better to remove tight hairpins and elastic bands until better times, let the hair lie freely. The head can only be washed with warm, but not hot water.
Rinsing with decoctions of medicinal herbs: chamomile, sage, string helps well in such cases. It is also useful to use balms, thanks to which the hair can be combed without unnecessary effort, as well as baby shampoos, which have a beneficial effect on the hair.
You can rub masks made from natural ingredients, such as egg yolk, a spoonful of honey, and a little lemon juice, into your scalp. Such a composition is kept on the head for about an hour, then washed off.
Since after childbirth a woman has to limit herself in the use of certain foods, you need to choose a good vitamin complex. Vitamins will help to improve the work of the endocrine system, strengthen hair and nails.
Finally, be sure to leave some free time for yourself. Even a short walk in the park or meeting a friend can help relieve the stress caused by constant fatigue.
How to restore hair after childbirth
In order not to wait several months until the body is restored and the hair becomes healthy and beautiful again, it is worth adhering to simple tips:
- Particular attention must be paid to nutrition. The diet should include foods high in iron, sulfur, zinc. Spinach, seaweed, carrots, dried fruits will help improve your health. But it is better to refuse tea, coffee and carbonated drinks. Also, in the postpartum period, you cannot go on diets, moreover, until the body is fully restored, they will not bring any special effect.
- During this period, smoking is prohibited, as well as the use of alcoholic beverages.
- It is very beneficial to do a head massage, which will not only improve blood circulation, but also help relieve stress after the day's worries. You can do it every day.
- Hair is not recommended to be dyed or permed.
- The postpartum period is the time when the body needs rest. Do not hesitate to ask your relatives for help, because the baby needs a beautiful and healthy mother, not a nervous and sick one.
- Split ends should be trimmed regularly. Hair will begin to grow faster and its appearance will improve.
Hair loss after childbirth is a common occurrence and should not be feared. But in order to prevent their further loss, you need to take timely measures and take care of your body.
