If there was one thing that perked me up every single day during my pregnancy, it was the state of my hair and nails. I never had a single bad hair day and my tresses started looking thicker and shinier than ever. Even my usually soft nails which are prone to breaking at regular intervals became stronger and healthier than before. It just seemed like a bonus. Luckily most women can look forward to god hair days when pregnant and get those manicures that they have always envied.
Though the effect wears off 3-6 months after the baby is born, the short period of bliss is worth relishing. (But you will be among the grateful ones if you have been sprouting hair in unwanted places as well.....well that's a drawback but nothing that a session of shaving/waxing/threading cannot handle)
Normally hair growth follows a cycle at the end of which the hair shaft falls off. It is the rush of extra hormones in the body during a pregnancy which leads to a lengthening of the hair cycle. That is hair which would have normally fallen off during this period stays on thanks to the effect of the hormones ( I feel some credit should be given to the supplements as well). This is what makes your mane look dense. And with the extra blood and nutrients circulating in the system, hair looks better nourished too ( at least the roots do ).
But looking after long hair can be difficult during pregnancy and trust me it gets tougher after the baby is born. I had long hair during my pregnancy which kept proliferating and i felt bad about cutting it. But once baby was born, i really rued the decision. I could not wait to get away to a salon and have a cut (but it was three months before I could do so and it was the most trying time I ever had). Washing and drying long hair is tough but with a ever demanding baby it just cant get worse.
Some hair care tips during pregnancy -
1. Get that haircut. Invest in a layered style as it shows off the volume (ahh...a plus) of your hair.
2. Do not bend over or jerk your head suddenly when washing hair. It may lead to getting a bout of dizziness or nausea. Ask your partner for help if required.
3. Switch to fragrance free shampoos if you find your regular one a bit overwhelming.
4. Most OTC dandruff shampoos are OK. But check with your doctor if using a medicated one.
5. Avoid hair coloring unless it is an absolute must but do go for a henna session if you wish. Stay away from hair treatments that call for the use of chemicals.
6. Some doctors ask to stay away from hair spas after the sixth month of pregnancy. It is because the head rest on which the neck is put during a hair wash tends to compress the nerves leading to the brain. In rare cases, it may lead to a clot and seizure.
7. Eat well ( read proteins and vitamins ) and drink sufficient water.
If you happen to be one of the few unfortunate ones to experience hair loss during pregnancy, do consult a doctor. Stick to following a regular hair care routine along with a good diet. last but not the least, keep heart. The hormones that are creating havoc in your life will soon be a thing of the past.
Though the effect wears off 3-6 months after the baby is born, the short period of bliss is worth relishing. (But you will be among the grateful ones if you have been sprouting hair in unwanted places as well.....well that's a drawback but nothing that a session of shaving/waxing/threading cannot handle)
Normally hair growth follows a cycle at the end of which the hair shaft falls off. It is the rush of extra hormones in the body during a pregnancy which leads to a lengthening of the hair cycle. That is hair which would have normally fallen off during this period stays on thanks to the effect of the hormones ( I feel some credit should be given to the supplements as well). This is what makes your mane look dense. And with the extra blood and nutrients circulating in the system, hair looks better nourished too ( at least the roots do ).
But looking after long hair can be difficult during pregnancy and trust me it gets tougher after the baby is born. I had long hair during my pregnancy which kept proliferating and i felt bad about cutting it. But once baby was born, i really rued the decision. I could not wait to get away to a salon and have a cut (but it was three months before I could do so and it was the most trying time I ever had). Washing and drying long hair is tough but with a ever demanding baby it just cant get worse.
Some hair care tips during pregnancy -
1. Get that haircut. Invest in a layered style as it shows off the volume (ahh...a plus) of your hair.
2. Do not bend over or jerk your head suddenly when washing hair. It may lead to getting a bout of dizziness or nausea. Ask your partner for help if required.
3. Switch to fragrance free shampoos if you find your regular one a bit overwhelming.
4. Most OTC dandruff shampoos are OK. But check with your doctor if using a medicated one.
5. Avoid hair coloring unless it is an absolute must but do go for a henna session if you wish. Stay away from hair treatments that call for the use of chemicals.
6. Some doctors ask to stay away from hair spas after the sixth month of pregnancy. It is because the head rest on which the neck is put during a hair wash tends to compress the nerves leading to the brain. In rare cases, it may lead to a clot and seizure.
7. Eat well ( read proteins and vitamins ) and drink sufficient water.
If you happen to be one of the few unfortunate ones to experience hair loss during pregnancy, do consult a doctor. Stick to following a regular hair care routine along with a good diet. last but not the least, keep heart. The hormones that are creating havoc in your life will soon be a thing of the past.
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