Weight Gain And Hair Loss After Pregnancy
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Weight gain and hair loss after pregnancy. It generally resolves on its own over time. By your baby s first birthday you should have noticeable improvement. Once the shedding starts the hair loss usually lasts about three months and should slow down after that time.
The effect is compounded by your increased blood volume and circulation which also causes your hair to fall out less than normal. During pregnancy your hair loss decreases. Unexplained weight gain without a change in exercise or eating habits may be a signal that something is wrong.
Hair loss and weight gain may occur naturally as you age. Hair loss may manifest as a thinning of scalp or eyebrow hair. According to the nhs the average woman gains 10 12 5kg 22 26lb during pregnancy and if healthy weight loss standards are heeded ie to lose no more than 1 5lb per week that should take.