Pregnancy Hair Loss
Pregnancy hair loss, an increased number of hair's go into the resting phase, which is part of the normal hair loss cycle. This condition is not serious enough to cause bald spots or permanent hair loss, and should begin to diminish within 3-4 months after delivery. If you feel that you are experiencing unusual hair loss while you are pregnant, this may be due to a vitamin or mineral deficiency. Pregnancy hair loss really does vary from pregnancy to pregnancy, even with one woman. About half an inch a month for two to six years ninety percent of the hair grows on your head. The remaining 10% are in resting phase and stay for two to three months before falling out. Hair growth cycle lasts for 2 to 6 years. Each hair grows approximately 1 centimeter (less than half an inch) per month during this phase. About 90 percent of the hair on your scalp is growing at any one time. About 10 percent of the hair on your scalp, at any one time, is in a resting phase. After 2 to 3 months, the resting hair falls out and new hair starts to grow in its place. It is normal to shed some hair each day as part of this cycle. However, some people may experience excessive (more than normal) hair loss. Pregnancy hair loss is not a serious problem you may even notice your hair growing at parts where you never saw it growing. While excessive hair growth in pregnancy is similar to hirsutism, it is not the same disorder. Generally after 3-4 month of delivery your hormone levels return back to normal after the delivery of your baby, your hair will return to its normal growth pattern. Because much of your hair will now be coming out of the resting phase, it will likely seem that you're losing a lot of hair, especially since much of it will appear to fall out at roughly the same time. If you feel that you are losing too much hair or are starting to notice patches of missing hair, though, make an appointment with your health care provider. This may be due to deficiency of some vitamins and minerals. If you are looking for ways to cover up hair loss you might want to think about cutting your hair if you are wearing it really long. The thinning of your hair might be more noticeable if you have long hair, so trim it and maybe ask your hair stylist to put a few chunky layers in to add volume. Also try covering up hair loss by putting your hair up into a ponytail or other hair accessories or simply wrap the hair. Headbands often do a great job of covering up hair loss that is obvious on the scalp. Play with all of these things, or just ignore the hair loss, as it's usually very temporary! If the hair loss makes you extremely uncomfortable, you can always try some hair loss treatments available easily. Remember to please consult a physician before starting any type of hair growth treatment.
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