Why do I lose my hair after giving birth?

Many new mothers are very weak right after giving birth, and they haven't paid attention to their figure and appearance for a long time. If there is some hair loss during this period, it will be very difficult for many new mothers to accept it. But if there is obvious hair loss after giving birth, what is going on? And how should we prevent it?

Hair, like other tissues, undergoes metabolism. Generally speaking, all hair needs to be replaced every 5 years, but because hair is usually renewed in stages and batches, it is not easy for people to notice. During pregnancy, since the pregnant mother secretes more estrogen than usual, the lifespan of the hair is extended, the rate of hair loss slows down, and a large amount of hair "serves overdue".

Some women have a monotonous diet during pregnancy, which cannot meet the nutritional needs of the mother and fetus. During the postpartum lactation period, if the new mother has poor digestion and absorption function, or the diet is too monotonous, partial to food, or even some new mothers

If you diet to restore your slim figure after childbirth, it is easy to have nutritional deficiencies or nutritional imbalances, resulting in insufficient supply of protein, vitamins or minerals in the body, thus affecting

New mothers should have a correct understanding of postpartum hair loss. Postpartum hair loss is physiological. While hair falls out, a large amount of new hair grows out. Therefore, there is no need to panic. You should keep a good mood and remain optimistic.

Pay attention to a balanced diet, eat more fresh vegetables, fruits, seafood, beans, and eggs, and avoid greasy, spicy, and excessive intake of oily foods.

You can comb your hair frequently with a wooden comb, or massage it rhythmically, and wash your hair frequently to stimulate the scalp and promote blood circulation in the head.

In fact, such sudden situations after giving birth are quite common. It is a physiological phenomenon. As long as you pay attention to prevention, you can effectively prevent it. Don't ignore protecting your scalp and wash your hair regularly just because you just gave birth. Excessive oil secretion can easily lead to hair loss.