You made it through pregnancy, sleepless nights, and maybe even the chaos of feeding schedules—but now, just as you’re getting your footing, you’re pulling clumps of hair out in the shower.
It’s frustrating, disheartening, and frankly... a little scary.
Postpartum hair loss (also called postpartum shedding) affects nearly 50% of women but there are proven ways to support your hair and help it bounce back.
Why Does Postpartum Hair Loss Happen?
During pregnancy, high estrogen levels keep hair in its growth phase (anagen) longer. But once hormone levels drop after delivery, a lot of that hair enters the shedding phase (telogen) at once.
This is called telogen effluvium, and it usually shows up 2–4 months postpartum, with hair falling out in handfuls—especially around the temples and hairline.
For most women, postpartum shedding peaks around 3–4 months and slows down by 6–12 months after birth. But factors like stress, sleep deprivation, poor nutrition, or thyroid imbalances can stretch that timeline.
What Actually Helps with Postpartum Hair Loss?
1. Replenish Lost Nutrients
Pregnancy and delivery can drain your stores of hair-critical nutrients. Focus on:
- Iron – Low iron = slow regrowth
- Biotin (B7) – Essential for keratin production
- Zinc – Repairs follicles
- Vitamin C – Boosts collagen & iron absorption
- Marine Collagen – Rebuilds follicle structure and skin health
Try this: Colvita Collagen — our premium lyophilized collagen made in Europe, designed to support hair, skin, nails, and joints.
2. Support Hormonal Recovery
Hormones don’t rebalance overnight. Help your body adapt with:
- Omega-3s for inflammation and mood
- Magnesium for balanced sleep and so much more
- Sleep (we know… easier said than done!)
Consider getting a thyroid panel done if hair loss persists 6+ months postpartum.
3. Treat the Scalp Like Skin
- Use a peptide-rich serum or growth factor formula (like Exosignal Hair)
- Do gentle scalp massage to boost circulation
- Avoid harsh products, dry shampoo, or thick oils
What About Exosignal? Can It Help with Postpartum Hair Loss?
Absolutely—and here’s how:
Exosignal Hair is powered by synthetic exosomes—tiny but mighty signaling molecules that mimic how your body naturally tells cells to grow, heal, and regenerate.
When applied to the scalp, these exosomes can:
- Signal dormant follicles to "wake up" and re-enter the active growth phase
- Repair scalp tissue, reduce inflammation, and create a healthier environment for hair regrowth
- Strengthen new hair strands, so they grow in thicker, healthier, and more resilient.
What makes Exosignal different from most serums or oils is that it doesn’t just coat the scalp—it communicates with it, rebuilding hair health from the follicle level.
Why It’s Especially Helpful After Pregnancy
In the postpartum period, your follicles are often “stuck” in the resting phase (telogen) longer than usual. Hormonal shifts, lack of sleep, and nutritional depletion can slow recovery.
Exosignal Hair helps break that cycle—gently nudging the hair follicles back into action and supporting a faster, fuller return to healthy growth.
When used alongside Colvita Collagen, you get a complete inside-out approach:
→ nourish internally, stimulate externally, and give your hair the best possible chance to thrive.
And above all, give yourself grace. You just created life. Your body is healing. Hair will grow back - your confidence will too. Give yourself time while nourishing from the inside out.
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