✨ Postpartum Hair Fall: Home Remedies
Every new mom asks about postpartum hair fall! Here’s why it happens and simple home remedies to help your hair recover naturally.
Many moms notice clumps of hair coming out in the shower or on their pillow a few months after giving birth.
It feels scary — but it’s very common and usually temporary.
Here’s why it happens and what gentle, natural home remedies can help.
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🌼 Why postpartum hair fall happens
During pregnancy, high estrogen keeps hair in its growth phase, so it feels thicker and fuller.
After delivery, hormone levels drop, and lots of hair moves into the shedding phase at once — usually around 2–4 months postpartum.
This is called postpartum telogen effluvium, and it often lasts a few months before slowing down.
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✅ Home remedies & gentle care tips:
🥗 Balanced diet:
Eat protein-rich foods (dal, eggs, nuts) and foods rich in iron, zinc & vitamins.
🥥 Scalp massage with oils:
Coconut oil, almond oil, or castor oil massages once or twice a week improve circulation and nourish hair roots.
🧘♀️ Reduce stress:
Simple breathing exercises, walks, or short yoga can help — stress worsens shedding.
🪮 Be gentle:
Use a wide-tooth comb; avoid tight hairstyles, heat styling & chemical treatments.
💧 Stay hydrated:
Water helps maintain hair and scalp health.
✂️ Trim split ends:
Keeps hair looking healthier and reduces breakage.
💊 Postnatal vitamins:
Continue as advised by your doctor — nutrients like biotin & iron support healthy hair regrowth.
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⚠ When to see your doctor:
• Hair fall is very heavy, lasts longer than a year
• Notice bald patches or round spots
• Other symptoms like fatigue, feeling cold, or mood changes (may suggest thyroid or iron deficiency)
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🌱 Real talk:
Postpartum hair fall feels scary, but it’s usually a sign your body is readjusting.
With gentle care, patience, and time, hair growth usually returns to normal. ❤️
