My sister had the same experience - had a miscarriage, then got pregnant and she started losing a lot of her hair. The doctor said that between the miscarriage and the pregnancy, her body needed extra vitamins, so he increased her vitamins intake - especially iron. Also, he increased her folic acid with Juice, etc.
Hope this helps.Anyone else experience hair loss DURING pregnancy?
I have been losing hair too, and I am in my first trimester. I have heard that some women lose it, and some women have thicker healthier hair. It is disappointing, but unfortunately it is very normal to have either happen. I know several women who say their hair didn't change at all.
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First of all, I loose a LOT of hair on a regular basis.
During my 1st pregnancy, I didn't loose one strand of hair while washing it, it was WEIRD (but I loved it). After that pregnancy, I started loosing it as normal but not more than normal.
During my 2nd pregnancy, I lost more hair than I normally do- the entire pregnancy and it hasn't stopped yet. I kept waiting to stop loosing it, while I was pregnant, but it just never happened.
Hormones can be a crazy thing... especially after a miscarriage!
I've never heard of someone losing hair during pregnancy. Before I got pregnant I was losing hair left and right. Now that I'm pregnant, I'm lucky to find one strand of hair on me. But I did read that it starts to come out again once you have the baby.
Actually, my hair got thicker during pregnancy and starting falling out when the baby was about 2-3 months.
I also had a miscarraige immediately preceeding the pregnancy. It's probably your hormones.
Congratulations!!!
It is normal to lose hair during pregnancy ..I did with both pregnancy's . Some women do lose their hair and others do not. Do not worry about it to much , your fine. Take care and Blessings to you dear.
It's just hormones. I have had hormone related hairloss without being pregnant or even close.
i was goin bald b4 i got prego... not alot but i was, andaround 20 weeks it started thickening up
my wife is 16 weeks and is lossing hair alot i find it everywhere...
i do
it may have something to do with the miscarriage..which could be stress/ depression?..maybe you are stressed/ depressed now due to what happened with the last pregnancy and do not even realize it?..my son is 4 months and i'm experiencing hairloss after pregnancy. I also work as a cosmetician and consultant and have had women approach me about hairloss questions..and the ones that were never pregnant it usually was due to stress..or depression..like a loss..
the good news is i am using a product for my hair now that is helping my hair to grow and prevent loss and i am breastfeeding so i am assuming you would be able to use it as well..but just ask your pharmacist to be sure..mine told me it was ok for breastfeeding mothers..it is called CHRONOSTIM BY DUCRAY and it's 2 bottles ..one for day and the other for night..you spray on your scalp 7 sprays twice daily..the scent is light so it will not bother you if you are pregnant..that was the only product i could use that would not affect my baby because other hair products either had ginko or weird ingredients that the pharmacist said that it was not 100% guaranteed that it would not go into my bloodstream and affect my baby...I suggest you start using it now if you can throughout and until after you give birth since you will end up losing more hair ..good luck!!
ps..you can also try shampooing your hair just once a week and massage lightly..on the other days just rinse your hair with conditioner..too much shampooing is not good either.
i am using a shampoo for hairloss from the same company as well and its helping alot..it's called ANAPHASE BY DUCRAY!
Pregnancy changes your entire body, and your hair is no exception. Many women experience luxuriant growth and increased thickness, while others find that their once lively locks have become dull or limp.
Increased Estrogen
If you find that your hair is growing fast and thick, you can thank the increased amount of estrogen in your body. Estrogen sends a signal to your hair follicles that they need to get growing and stop shedding. Increased estrogen also revs up your metabolism, which brings nutrients to your scalp as well as to your growing belly. In addition, many women eat better and take vitamins during pregnancy, which leads to healthy hair growth as well as a healthy body.
Texture Changes
If your mane seems to change texture – from straight to curly, full to limp – or won’t take a perm, that’s because the pregnancy hormones also affect the very structure of your hair. They get to the cortex, which is responsible for giving hair its curl and elasticity. According to one mom of a 17-month old baby boy, “About three months into my pregnancy, my hairdresser pointed out that my hair seemed thicker and curlier than before. And I had always had rather fine, straight hair.”
Work With Your Hair - Not Against It
Instead of trying to fight these changes, learn to work with them. Running to the salon every few weeks to trim back your new growth can be expensive and time consuming. Why not revel in your newly lush locks? Invest in some snazzy hair accessories to dress it up or wear it down in all its lustrous glory. If you find yourself suddenly wavy or curly, invest in products that help define the shape and fight frizz. Give limp locks a boost with thickening and volumizing products concentrated at the roots. If you’re not sure where to begin, ask your stylist for tips and product recommendations.
Treat Yourself
To keep your hair and scalp in good condition, treat yourself to a soothing aromatherapy scalp massage once every few weeks. Simply add several drops of essential oils to a half-cup of warm vegetable oil. Essential oils considered safe to use during pregnancy include lavender, neroli, patchouli, sandalwood and ylang ylang. Massage into your scalp and ends, then wrap your hair in a warm towel and relax for as long as you like.
Hair and Health
Since hair is one of the first indicators of good health, women suffering from severe morning sickness or poor eating habits should look to their hair for warning signs that they’re not getting enough nutrients, especially iron. Even a small iron deficiency can lead to dry, brittle hair that’s lighter than your natural color and falls out easily. If you notice any alarming changes in your hair, be sure to tell your doctor.
Post-pregnancy Fallout
After the baby comes, don’t be surprised if all that beautiful new growth begins to fall out. Many women notice increased shedding from about 3 to 6 months after delivery, which is simply a sign of the body adjusting as hormone levels return to normal. It may take a couple of hair growth cycles (up to several years) before your texture completely returns to normal, especially if you wear your hair long.
Remember that everyone’s body – and hair – reacts differently to pregnancy. Have fun with the changes and remember, they’re only temporary.
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