Natural Health: How can I help my thinning hair postpartum? 

'There is little sign of it returning to its former fullness'
Natural Health: How can I help my thinning hair postpartum? 

Stress and lack of sleep are two key reasons for increased hair loss or thinning postpartum.

My hair got noticeably thinner after the birth of my second child. He’s now aged two, and there is little sign of it returning to its former fullness. I changed my shampoo but it didn’t make a difference. What would you suggest?

Thinning hair is a common issue following pregnancy. Stress and lack of sleep are two key reasons for increased hair loss or thinning postpartum. However, hormonal fluctuations are the most common triggers.

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