What to Do About Thinning Hair During or After Pregnancy?

Pregnancy is a beautiful and transformative time, but it also brings many changes to your body — including your hair. If you've noticed more hair falling out during or after pregnancy, you're not alone. It can be worrying, but the good news is: it's common, it's usually temporary, and there are ways to support your hair and scalp through it.

Why Does Hair Thin During or After Pregnancy?

During pregnancy, high estrogen levels keep your hair in a growth phase longer. That means less hair falls out, and your hair may even feel thicker or fuller. But after giving birth, your hormones shift again — and suddenly, all the hair you didn’t lose during pregnancy starts to shed. This is called postpartum hair loss, and it usually starts around 2 to 4 months after giving birth.

It may feel like a lot, but it’s a natural process. Your body is simply returning to its normal rhythm.

What Can You Do About It?

1. Be gentle with your scalp and hair

Choose soft, sulfate-free shampoos and avoid products with alcohol or heavy silicones. Your scalp needs calm, not stress.

2. Stimulate blood flow

A gentle scalp massage can do wonders. It improves blood circulation, energizes the hair roots, and helps support healthy growth. You can do this at home or during a Japanese Headspa treatment for a deeper effect.

3. Feed your body (and hair) from the inside

Your body needs extra nutrients during recovery. Make sure you get enough iron, zinc, omega-3, biotin, and vitamin D. A balanced diet or supplements (if needed) can really help support your hair from within.

4. Avoid heat and tight hairstyles

Let your hair air-dry whenever possible. Avoid curling irons or straighteners, and don’t wear your hair in tight ponytails — they can put pressure on already sensitive roots.

5. Take time to rest

Stress can make hair loss worse. Try to get as much rest as you can (yes, even with a newborn!). Quiet moments, deep breathing, and self-care can all make a difference — for your body, your mind, and your hair.

How Can a Japanese Headspa Help?

A Japanese Headspa is more than just a treatment — it’s a full reset for your scalp, mind, and nervous system. Through gentle massage, herbal care, steam therapy, and Japanese techniques, we help:

• Rebalance and detox the scalp

• Remove product buildup and excess oil

• Stimulate healthy hair growth

• Relieve tension and stress

Each session is designed to nourish your scalp deeply while giving you the time and space to truly relax.

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You Deserve Care, Calm, and Recovery

Thinning hair after pregnancy doesn’t mean something is wrong. It means your body is healing. With a little care — both inside and out — your hair can feel strong and healthy again.

Want to give your scalp and soul the reset they deserve?
You're always welcome at our Japanese Headspa for a deeply relaxing and nurturing experience.

🌿 Your scalp. Your peace. Your recovery.