Many people are surprised by how much hair can fall out after pregnancy. It can feel worrying to see large amounts of hair in the shower, on your pillow, or in your hairbrush, especially when your body is already going through so many changes.

But hair loss after pregnancy is very common.

During pregnancy, estrogen levels are high, which keeps more hair strands in their growth phase for longer. This is why many people notice that their hair feels thicker and fuller while pregnant. After giving birth, hormone levels drop quickly, and many hairs enter the resting phase at the same time and begin to fall out.

This usually starts a few months after delivery and can feel dramatic, even though it is most often temporary.

You may, for example, notice that:

• You lose more hair than usual when showering

• Your hair feels thinner around the temples or hairline

• Hair loss becomes more noticeable during stress or lack of sleep

• Small new hairs begin to grow back after some time

For most people, the hair loss gradually decreases as the body recovers hormonally. However, if the hair loss feels very severe or continues for a long period of time, it can be a good idea to contact healthcare to rule out conditions such as iron deficiency or thyroid imbalance.

Hair loss after pregnancy does not mean that your body is unhealthy or damaged. It is often a normal response to the major hormonal changes that happen after childbirth.

Alma’s tip:

Try to give your body time to recover and remember that this type of hair loss is usually temporary. Eat regularly, rest whenever possible, and be gentle with fragile hair. Your body is still healing and adjusting after pregnancy, even if it may not always feel visible from the outside.