Hair Care Tips After Child Delivery
Aug 2011
Hair loss after pregnancy is extremely common because of hormonal
changes in the woman's body.
According to Consultant Gynaecologict Dr Erum Bashir, there are very
low levels of estrogen in a woman's body after childbirth, and a
decreased level of estrogen is one major cause of hair loss.
"During pregnancy, the chemistry and hormones of a woman's body
changes.
Pregnant women have a heightened level of progesterone and estrogen.
When these levels drop suddenly after delivery, this causes their
hair to slip into the resting," she said.
"Once the child has been born, the "resting" hair follicles begin to
fall out.
Most commonly, hair loss after pregnancy occurs between three and
six months after pregnancy."
Dr Erum assured that the hair loss is temporary and most women
usually return to their normal fullness by their child's first
birthday or even earlier.
Consultant Dermatologist Dr Saqib Khan offered some tips for new
mothers, that can help them to regian their hairs to normal
fullness.
"They should use shampoos that contain ingredients like protein to
coat the hair, making the hair appear fuller, and avoid any shampoo
labeled conditioning shampoo or intensive conditioners because those
shampoos contain heavy conditioners that can weight down the hair
and make it look limp," Dr Saqib told Pakistan Press International (PPI)
on Monday.
He also advised that conditioner should be primarily used on the
ends of your hair, to avoid weigh down hair if apply on the scalp.
While, renowned hair stylist Zeeshan Qadus said that women should
try a new hairstyle, and some haircuts make hair look fuller.
He said that many new mothers prefer short hair. A short style can
make hair look fuller. Short hair also can be easier to manage,
which can save time. With a baby, anything that saves time can be a
real boon.
Dr. Asif Khan, Consultant Clinical Pharmacist said that new mothers
who does not regain its normal fullness after one year, must consu
lt with dermatologist.
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