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HAIR CARE
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I swear my hair isn’t falling out as much as
usual, is this because of my pregnancy?
You’re not going mad. If your hair feels thicker and more lustrous
than normal there’s a very good reason for this. You guessed
it, it’s those rascally hormones at work again, but this time you
can thank them! Your new crown of full hair is something to be
admired indeed.
You’re not actually growing more hair, you’re just not losing it as
quickly as you typically would. You might have noticed there are
less strands left behind in the shower or when you brush your
hair. During pregnancy those higher levels of oestrogen in your
body prompt your hair to remain in the growth phase for longer.
While thicker locks may be a very exciting thing, those new hairs
sprouting up on other parts of your body may not be so welcome.
If you want to get rid of those pesky strays, stick to tweezing,
waxing, or shaving and stay away from chemicals in bleaches
or depilatories, which might get absorbed into the bloodstream.
While having this thick new head of hair is quite amazing, don’t
get too used to it. Once you deliver, your hair will go back to its
pre-baby glory. After having your baby, the growth/rest hair cycle
reverts back to its original pattern. Gentle scalp massages will
help to increase circulation and stimulate new growth, which you
can do whilst you shampoo and condition your hair.