During pregnancy, there are countless physical changes. Some of them produce some displeasure because they have to do with weight gain and the change of shapes in the figure. But others, bring a glowing touch that make you look beautiful like never before, like breast enlargement, shine in the eyes or hair with more shine and volume than ever, produced in the latter case by the production of estrogens.
However, all that changes radically (in most cases) once the baby is born and the pregnancy ends. One of the changes that most concern women who have just become mothers is the remarkable hair lossespecially in those who choose to breastfeed to feed their babies. There are many factors involved in this process.
Why Hair Loss During Breastfeeding
Hormonal changes are always a key factor when noticing physical changes, especially in the skin and hair. With the arrival of the baby, there is a huge hormonal imbalance, which causes among others, mood disorders or hair loss. In addition to hormonal changes, poor diet, lack of rest, stress or a nutritional deficit, can cause hair loss.
How to reduce hair loss
Although it can be very worrying, you should not be alarmed because hair loss during breastfeeding is temporary. When your body stabilizes completely, little by little you will begin to notice that new hair begins to grow and you will soon regain your usual mane. However, there are some tips and tricks that you can follow to promote hair recovery after childbirth, take note of them.
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For healthy hair as well as firm and smooth skin or a shiny appearance, it is essential to maintain a balanced and varied diet. Food contains the nutrients that your body needs to be healthy, without them, neither your skin, nor your hair, nor the rest of your body will be able to look good. To avoid hair loss during breastfeeding, especially, you must eat very well, in a balanced way.
Breastfeeding will make you feel hungry and thirsty constantly, so you should eat several meals a day but always very healthy. Avoid binge eating and unhealthy foodInstead of preventing hair loss, you will gain weight and your hair will remain the same or worse. Drink lots of water, several pieces of fruit a day, vegetables in the main meals, and protein for all groups.
Use a mild shampoo
Avoid products that contain silicones, sulfates, and chemicals that damage hair. During this time, it is advisable to use a mild shampoo, even the one you use for your baby. If you need to wash your hair daily, apply a single coat of shampoo with very little amount. It is also recommended to massage the scalp to stimulate hair growth.
Home remedies to stop hair loss while breastfeeding
There are several very effective home remedies against hair loss, like this one that we leave below.
- Nettle roots and vinegar: nettle root can be found in herbalists, you will need 250g. Mix with 50 cl of vinegar and boil it all together for 10 minutes. Let the infusion cool completely before applying, strain and reserve in a container that you can close. Apply to the scalp with your fingers, about 2 or 3 times a day, with a light massage to stimulate growth.
If a few weeks pass and the situation does not improve with food, rest and natural remedies, do not hesitate to consult your doctor. There are pharmaceuticals and hormone-based treatments that can help you stop hair loss. But you should always use them under a medical prescription, especially if you are breastfeeding your baby.