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GlossaryPostpartum

time after childbirth when a mother's body recovers

Postpartum, also known as postnatal or the period after childbirth, refers to the time following the delivery of a baby when the mother's body undergoes various physical and hormonal changes as it returns to a non-pregnant state. This period typically lasts about six weeks but can extend longer, and it involves recovery from childbirth, lactation initiation, and emotional adjustments, which can sometimes include postpartum depression.

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Interrelationships Between Skin Structure, Function, and Microbiome of Pregnant Females and Their Newborns: Study Protocol for a Prospective Cohort Study

research Interrelationships Between Skin Structure, Function, and Microbiome of Pregnant Females and Their Newborns: Study Protocol for a Prospective Cohort Study

January 2021 in “Dermatology Research and Practice”

The study aims to understand the skin and hair characteristics of mothers and their babies, and how these may affect newborns' skin health and mothers' postpartum hair loss.

research Considerations for Cutaneous Physiologic Changes of Pregnancy That Fail to Resolve Postpartum

1 citations , February 2022 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Some skin changes from pregnancy like hair loss, excessive hair growth, palm redness, and stretch marks may not go away after birth and could suggest a misdiagnosis or hidden condition.

research A Clinical Study of the Prevalence of Telogen Effluvium After Childbirth

1 citations , January 2009 in “Journal of Clinical Dermatology”

Hair loss after childbirth is more common in women who have had multiple births, cesarean deliveries, significant weight gain, and full-term pregnancies.

research The Postpartum Telogen Effluvium Fallacy

9 citations , January 2015 in “Skin appendage disorders”

The article suggests that the belief in common postpartum hair loss lacks sufficient evidence and may be overestimated.

research Homeopathic Management of Telogen Effluvium: A Case Report

April 2025 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences”

Homeopathic treatment helped a woman regrow hair and feel better after hair loss.

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community Two months on topical min, fin 0,7 mg and microneedling

in Progress Pictures 24 upvotes 2 years ago

A 21-year-old started using topical minoxidil, finasteride (0.7 mg), and microneedling for hair loss treatment after beginning to bald at 18. They are eager to see the results after two months of treatment.

community Hair Loss Factors in Moms: Analyzing Hormonal Changes, Stress, Genetics, and More

in Treatment 3 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss in moms can be caused by hormonal changes, stress, genetics, and nutritional deficiencies. Solutions include hair toppers, Minoxidil, PRP therapy, and a healthy diet with supplements.

community is the reason why people are in denial about prolactin causing hair loss is the fact that prolactin is one of the hardest things to lower?

in Research/Science 23 upvotes 2 years ago

High prolactin levels can cause hair loss, and finasteride may increase prolactin. Cabergoline or Vitamin B6 might lower prolactin, but combining them with finasteride requires caution.

community Finasteride - impact on Neurosteroids, which yes, \are important and not a garbage hormone

in Research/Science 163 upvotes 7 months ago

Finasteride may affect neurosteroids, impacting mood and sexual function, with varied user experiences. Some report side effects like depression and sexual dysfunction, while others find it effective for hair retention or prefer alternatives like Dutasteride or topical treatments.

community Do growth serums actually work or just stop further loss?

in Chat 1 upvotes 2 months ago

Hair growth serums, specifically those with minoxidil and finasteride, are discussed as potential treatments for hair loss. The effectiveness of these serums is questioned, with a focus on whether they promote regrowth or merely prevent further loss.

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