Hair Loss!!!

Heather - posted on 11/23/2008

it's totally normal and it will end, just try to hang in there.
also, beware of hair tourniquets! i my daughter had one of those on her toe and it looked so painful.

Mai-Ling - posted on 11/22/2008

it;s true, with my first daughter after my hair stopped falling out I suddenly grew a tuff of hair, it was so funny. My sister told me "wow your hair is really thinning" I hope it stops falling out soon :(((

Lisa - posted on 11/20/2008

Hi Melanie, I too am still having this problem, and my baby is nearly 5 months old. I asked the hair dressers and m/w and they both said it can sometimes take upto a year, but our hair will start to grow again!! xx

Kristy - posted on 11/19/2008

Not only is it coming out, but my hair is also more curly. Anyone else fighting the friz?

Michelle - posted on 11/19/2008

I'll say ditto here! My son is 5 1/2 months old and I just recently stopped the serious shedding. I have a four year old daughter and my hair loss wasn't anywhere near what it is now. I have read though that your hair gets thicker when you're pregnant, so the thinning might just be natural.

Mai-Ling - posted on 11/14/2008

I went through hair loss with my first child, now with my second child it seems even worse then the first time!! :(

Jacqi - posted on 11/14/2008

I have the same problem. I would lose large amounts all day. I started taking my vitamins again and that started to help with it. Also went and got my hair cut and that seemed to also help on top of the vitamin.

Marilyn - posted on 11/13/2008

I recently started using SunSilk "Anti-Fall" shampoo/conditioner, and it seems like it's helping, but then again, it could be coincidence, since I'm at the 5 month mark, and some women on here have said their hair loss has started tapering off around that time...

Nanique - posted on 11/13/2008

So glad to know this is common. I also thought it was because I was slacking off on my pre-natal vitamins (still nursing). I don't remember this with my first. Thanks for helping me feel better about this!

Jackie - posted on 11/12/2008

I had the same thing happen at four months, I was so scared I was going to have bald spots! My daughter is now 5 months and 1 week and it has started to taper off, I also started using a volumizing mouse which seemed to help :)

Jennifer - posted on 11/12/2008

thank you so much for posting this! I thought I was going crazy! I mean clumps of hair coming out constantly! I thought maybe it was because I was still nursing and stopped taking my pnvs (although I should be taking them!) because she is taking my nutrients but maybe it's just normal! phew!

Kerry - posted on 11/12/2008

Glad I'm not the only one. Just a caution to everyone that babies can get "hair tourniquets" where the hair can get wrapped around one of their body parts like a toe or finger and can cut off the circulation. I always check my baby since my hair is all over the place. If it happens don't try to get it off yourself take them to the Dr immediately.

Cyrus - posted on 11/12/2008

I am not only loosing the hair, I have lost my curl. My hair has been natural curly...and now with my second child. I am loosing it like crazy and the curl is gone. Not bad, just don't know how to comb it...:) will the curl come back?

Kimberley - posted on 11/12/2008

ive been getting this too... everytime i was my hair i get overed all over my body n it all goes in the bath.. i only got rid of the hair on my brush a few days ago n its full again alreadt!!!!!!

Donita - posted on 11/11/2008

I've had it with all 3 of my kiddos! What sucks is when it finally stops falling ot, it grows back thicker! My hairloss was actually welcomed because my hair is so thick! It'll come back! Dont' worry!

Anna - posted on 11/11/2008

I forgot to say that I started keeping a hair pick in the shower so that I can get most of what is going to fall out that day out instead of all over my couch, clothes, baby, car . . everywhere! It helps a little.

Anna - posted on 11/11/2008

Oh man, I'm so glad to hear that it's normal! I feel like I'm going bald. My son is 5 months old and just now it seems like it is slowing down . . . but I definetly feel your worry. Good luck, hopefully we dont go bald.

Sandra - posted on 11/07/2008

i feel safe to know that im not the only one.Its crazy me too. I lost so much hair in my bed in my shower every where.I suppose that it gonna past...

Megan - posted on 11/07/2008

my hair started to fall out like crazy after my son turned 3 months. he will be 5 months old tomorrow and it has slowed down some, but it is still falling out like crazy. i was wondering when the normal post-pregnancy hair loss ends and something more serious begins.... maybe i will have to try one of those thickening shampoos. does that really help to stop it?

Lisa - posted on 11/07/2008

OMG I am so glad I saw your question. I am having the same thing happen. Its so bad I dont want to wash my hair anymore. It helps to know its normal after reading all these posts. I guess I will just be patient. Cheers mommas!!

Katie - posted on 11/07/2008

I know everyone is not the same...but here's my story. I never had the positive effect of gaining thicker hair while I was pregnant. Instead I was stuck with my blah, already thin head of hair. Then, when my son was around 2-3 months, it started to fall out. Brushing my hair always left me standing there pulling a mass of hair from my comb. This of course after having lost some in the shower and some to my pillow. Who knew so much hair could cling to a pillow case! Good news, my son just turned 5-months and the hair loss is really slowing down!!!!! It is almost back to normal, but with my hair being so thin to begin with, I really notice the difference. Although I am pretty sure most other people wouldn't.

Marilyn - posted on 11/07/2008

I feel your pain! I'm hoping some of the replies will help those of us who are struggling w/that...

User - posted on 11/07/2008

Had baby number six- five months ago- yes I think I'm going bald every time! I find hair everywhere and lots of it. I've heard its hormonal, from epidural, no longer taking prenatal vitamins, and because during pregnancy you don't loose the daily amount of hair. 100 strands a day is what the average head looses- not pregnant. Anyway it started at about 3 months post pardum and is still coming out. It will get better.

Jill - posted on 11/06/2008

Going through it now myself, unfor. its something that just happens but will eventually slow up.

Jennifer - posted on 11/06/2008

Mine turned out to be a thyroid issue (after the birth of my son July of last year). I have a 4 month old now too - and have been on Synthroid and haven't had any issues yet. Maybe something to check into. ?? I heard it's pretty common to have thyroid problems after a baby.

Marissa - posted on 11/06/2008

I have a 5 month old and my hair has been falling out in clumps for a month..ugggg..it stinks!

Kelly - posted on 11/06/2008

The hair follicles are all turned "on" while pregnant, so the loss you're experiencing is just 10 months' worth of hair loss all at once. It will slow down, usually around 6-9 months postpartum, but if it is of great concern or you are experiencing other symptoms (fatigue, dry skin, extreme temperatures) then you may wish to have a thyroid and blood count checked.

Lucy - posted on 11/06/2008

Glad I'm not the only one, thought it was just me maybe being run down or lacking in something.

Sarah - posted on 11/05/2008

Mine just started and it's in handfuls. I feel your pain!

Coree - posted on 11/05/2008

I have experienced the hair loss with each of my 5 kiddos. The only thing that helped was to be extra careful when brushing and washing my hair. Otherwise, it just came out all the more :(. Don't worry, it won't all fall out, it just seems that way.

Ashley - posted on 11/05/2008

LOL I totally hear ya!!! I feel like I'm losing SO much hair! From what I've heard though, it's normal. You don't lose any hair while you're pregnant, so that's a lot of extra hair on your head. I don't think it's anything to worry about.

Heather - posted on 11/05/2008

I know how you feel. I am losing a lot of hair too. I thought that I was the only one that was happening to. It's nice to know I am not alone

Kirsty - posted on 11/04/2008

you wont go bald but when i had my 1st i think it lasted for about a year or so and didn't happen with my sencond but after having my 3rd its started falling out again, it will stop eventually and if you are getting worried about it go and see your GP

Melanie - posted on 11/04/2008

I went with this after the birth of my two other children as well but not to this extent, this has to be the most hair I've ever lost all at once. I took somebodys advice and bought a thickening shampoo today....hope it helps.

Heidi - posted on 11/04/2008

Same here, I used to have really thick have and now I barely have a pony tail. Its so sad!!!

Holly - posted on 11/04/2008

You are not alone. I remember going through the hair loss with my oldest and was absolutely mortified. I am now going through it again with my little guy and the olny advice I can give you is the hang in there. I've heard that sometimes it can last up to 6 months, but it eventually ends and no, you won't go bald :) It's even possible that your hair will become thicker.

Barbi - posted on 11/04/2008

Glad to hear I'm not the only one!!! I was getting worried!

Katie - posted on 11/04/2008

Well, I'm glad to hear that I'm not the only one. My baby is four and a half months and it's been going on for about 3 or 4 weeks. Really hoping it stops soon!

Jessica - posted on 11/04/2008

I am experiencing the same thing! It is so depressing. I thought that it coinciding with discontinuing my prenatal vitamins, but I am learning that a lot of women go through it. I hope it will stop soon or at this rate I will be bald.

Shawn - posted on 11/03/2008

Thought this might help!



Highlights

I had my baby three months ago, and now my hair is starting to fall out. Is this normal?

What can I do about it?







I had my baby three months ago, and now my hair is starting to fall out. Is this normal?

Many new moms are surprised to find themselves shedding more hair than usual in the first few months after giving birth, but it's perfectly normal. And there's no need to panic: You won't go bald. In fact, your hair should be back to normal by your baby's first birthday.



Here's what's going on. Normally, about 85 to 95 percent of the hair on your head is growing and the other 5 to 15 percent is in a resting stage. After the resting period, this hair falls out — often while you're brushing or shampooing it — and is replaced by new growth. An average woman sheds about 100 hairs a day.



During pregnancy, increased levels of estrogen prolong the growing stage. There are fewer hairs in the resting stage and fewer falling out each day, so you have thicker, more luxuriant tresses.



After you give birth, your estrogen levels take a tumble and a lot more hair follicles enter the resting stage. Soon you'll have more hair coming out in the shower or on the brush. This unusual shedding will taper off and your hair will be back to its pre-pregnancy thickness about six to 12 months after you give birth.



By the way, not all women notice dramatic changes in their hair during pregnancy or the postpartum period. Among those who do, it tends to be more obvious among women with longer hair.



What can I do about it?

You won't be able to stop the hair from falling out, but you can experiment with different hairstyles or products (such as hair thickeners or mousse) to give your hair a fuller look during this transition period.



Many moms, tired of scooping hair out of shower drains or sweeping strands off the bathroom floor, find that now is a good time to go for a short cut. Plus, a short, wash-and-go hairstyle can be easier to take care of when you have a new baby in the house and you're strapped for time.



A note to new moms with long hair: Strands of hair can end up tightly wrapped around your baby's tiny appendages, including his fingers, toes, wrists, ankles, and penis. This is called a hair tourniquet, and it can be quite painful for your little one. If you find him crying for no apparent reason, check carefully for tight bands of hair.

Shawn - posted on 11/03/2008

My daughter is 4 months old and my hair is falling out like crazy. I thought it was b/c it was so long so I chopped it, still falling out! I have tons to spare but I am feeling worried!!!!

April - posted on 11/03/2008

Once my daughter turned 3 months old, my hair was falling out everywhere! But as soon as I went to my hairdresser, she trimmed my hair & recommended that I use a new shampoo...Thick Infusion Thickening Shampoo. I am also using a treatment once a week called Nioxin Intensive Therapy Weightless Reconstructive Masque. Try not to use the kind you buy at the drugstore, they're not good for your hair. I've been using this for 2 months now & I have a lot less hair falling out. My hair is also thicker & healthier...doesn't hurt to try it!

Penny - posted on 11/03/2008

I hear you with the hair loss! I feel as if I am finding hair EVERYwhere! And any time I touch my head a couple of strands come out. I don't know if it's just me, but I feel as if my hair is even thinner too.

Melanie - posted on 11/03/2008

If I lose much more I wont be wearing hats but maybe a wig = (

Amanda - posted on 11/03/2008

I don't know, but I feel like I'm experiencing the same. It could just be shock value - we didn't really lose any hair while pregnant (the normal amount after brushing hair), so it looks even worse after not experiencing that for 9 months...But I have a friend w/a 7 month old and she says she lost a lot of hair too, but I would never have noticed. Hopefully we won't go bald! Stylish hats...?