After delivery, my hair fall became scary.
Clumps while washing, hair everywhere on the pillow, and visible thinning near the front and
crown. Not just that, I was finding hair strands in my baby’s little hands.
Like most new moms, I was tired, and confused by mixed advice online.
This guide is exactly what I did, step by step, that helped me reduce hair fall significantly in 2 months and start healthy regrowth.
This is not magic or overnight change it is correction, consistency, and patience.
First, I Understood the Real Cause Postpartum hair fall is not because of oil, shampoo, or bad hair care obviously.
During pregnancy, hormones keep hair in the growth phase. After delivery, those hormones
drop suddenly, and all the hair that was “held back” starts shedding together.
This shedding is natural but deficiencies make it worse and longer.
Once I understood this, I stopped wasting time on random remedies and focused on fixing
the root cause.
Table of Contents
Step 1: What I Checked First (Very Important)
Before starting anything, I got my blood work done.
This changed everything.
I checked:
Hemoglobin
Serum ferritin (iron stores)
Vitamin D
Vitamin B12
Thyroid (TSH)
In reports, I found that my iron stores and vitamin D were low. And no oil or mask can fix
that.
If you skip this step, hair fall may continue for months. So get your blood test done if you
also want to control your hair fall.
Step 2: What I Changed in My Diet
Hair is made of protein. I was not eating enough most new moms don’t.
So I consciously increased protein every single day.
What I personally included:
Eggs almost daily
Dal with rice (proper combination)
Paneer or curd
Sprouts
Nuts and seeds
Chicken/fish when possible
I didn’t diet.
I didn’t skip meals.
I ate for recovery, not for weight loss.
Within 3 – 4 weeks, my energy improved hair followed later.
And most importantly for two months in straight I ate Biotin Hair Gummies. These supported stronger, thicker-looking hair by improving keratin structure. Regular use enhanced my hair growth rate and improved overall scalp health. They are easy to consume gummies, in my opinion every mother should have these gummies and save themselves from loosing their charm.
Step 3: How I Corrected Iron and Vitamins
This is where real improvement started.
Since my iron stores were low, I took iron supplements as my doctor recommended. Every
women should continue iron after delivery.
I took iron with vitamin C and avoided tea or coffee around that time.
For vitamin D deficiency, I followed prescribed supplementation and regular sunlight
exposure.
Important truth: Hair fall does not stop immediately after starting supplements.
But once levels improve, shedding slows down within 4 – 6 weeks.
That is exactly what happened to me.
Step 4: What I Did for My Scalp (And What I Didn’t)
I kept scalp care simple.
What I did:
Took Biotin Hair Gummies everyday without skipping (even now at 4th month postpartum I am taking them regularly.)
Washed hair 2 – 3 times a week
Used a mild shampoo
Oiled once or twice a week
Gentle scalp massage only
What I did NOT do:
No tight hairstyles
No heat styling
No chemical treatments
No aggressive brushing
Oil did not “stop” hair fall but it kept my scalp healthy and reduced breakage.
Step 5: Stress, Sleep Management
This part matters more than people admit.
I didn’t get perfect sleep after becoming a mother but I stopped blaming myself. Every
mother goes through this phase.
So, my husband helped me with household chores and baby handling while I rested
whenever I could.
High stress pushes more hair into shedding.
Calm recovery helps hair return to growth.
My 2-Month Result
After around 7 – 10 weeks:
Hair fall reduced significantly
Hair wash days were less scary
Small hair started appearing near the hairline
Hair felt stronger and fuller
Full density takes longer but the worst phase ended in 2 months.
Important Truths Every New Mom Should Know
Postpartum hair fall is temporary in most women
No oil or shampoo alone can cure hormonal hair fall
Biotin alone is not enough
Cutting hair does not stop shedding
Correcting deficiencies changes everything
Final Message to New Moms
You are not losing hair forever.
Your body has just done something extraordinary.
Fix the inside first.
Be patient with your body.
Be consistent, not extreme.
Hair grows back when the body recovers.
Disclaimer
This guide shares my personal experience. Supplements and medical treatment should
always be taken under professional guidance, especially during breastfeeding.