@drheejink: How to REGROW hair postpartum -One option is doing absolutely nothing. Most postpartum hair loss stops on its own & your hair will start to regrow on its own after few months. It could take 6-9 months! -Red light helmet: pricey but generally considered safe to use during pregnancy and postpartum if breastfeeding. Red light can help potentially boost blood flow to the scalp and prolong the growth phase of hair. -Minoxidil: the most backed by evidence when it comes to hair regrowth. Try 5% minoxidil every day at least for 6 months to see some improvement. If you like the density of regrowth, you can simply continue using it. Topical minoxidil has minimal absorption through the skin, and therefore minimal transfer into breast milk. However, there is limited data/research on it so I usually do not recommend its use while breastfeeding. -Shampoos with caffeine and peptides: another option to try although may not be as effective as minoxidil or red light. Caffeine can help increase blood flow to scalp and peptides can help support hair density and strength. #drheejink #haircare #postpartumhairloss
