In figures, it is estimated that over 50% of women lose a lot of hair within 3 months of the birth of their baby!
Although this form of “postpartum alopecia” is quite classic and reversible, it often worries young mothers… Because for many, having pretty hair is a symbol of femininity, that we can be in a hurry to find again afterwards.
9 months pregnant.
But why this hair loss after childbirth?
And how to remedy it effectively?
We interviewed moms in the JOONE community , who tell us about this phenomenon and give us their best advice.
Why do people lose their hair after giving birth?
Hormones:
During pregnancy, the estrogen level increases massively in pregnant women, which prolongs the life of her hair. For 9 months, they are therefore more vigorous, thicker and shinier.
But at the time of childbirth, this estrogen level will suddenly drop ... dragging your pretty mane with it! This is called a reaction drop .
Stress:
The arrival of a baby is often a stressful stage for mothers. In addition to fatigue (linked to lack of sleep when returning to work …) this can lead to hair loss.
Postpartum hair loss : JOONE mothers testify ...
“I felt like I had a 'sun crown' on my scalp, due to the lack of hair on the top of my head!”
Laura H.
“Tonight, I felt jealousy for my brush, which had more hair than me!”
Tiffany M.
“I could make cushions with them so much I lose them! I will end up finding myself bald… ”
Jessica M.
“ Two months after giving birth and for 4 months after, there is also the period of regrowth: we are then covered with little hair! ”
The best tips from moms to prevent hair loss and regrow hair after childbirth
“ I did an oral and topical anti-hair loss treatment over 3 months. Already, at the end of a month we see the end of the fall.
Mélanie M.
“I took vitamin B5 / B6 / B8 supplements as soon as I gave birth to prevent reactive hair loss. Compared to my first pregnancy, I saw a difference! ”
Soline F.
“I applied castor oil in a scalp massage twice a week. This oil is a bit thick and sticky, so not always very easy to handle. But it helps the hair to grow faster, because it activates the capillary microcirculation! ”
Lucie D.
“Three months after giving birth… I did a cure against hair loss, suddenly… because it scared me too much!”
Viviche M.
“Brewer's yeast can work! ”
Sophie D.
And you, do you have other miracle hair loss remedies ? Do not hesitate to share them with us!