Caring for Your Hair Postpartum and Beyond

**Collaborative Post**

The postpartum period is an exciting yet challenging time for new mothers. Amidst the joys of welcoming your baby, many women experience unexpected changes in their bodies, one of the most noticeable for many women being hair loss. This condition, often referred to as postpartum hair shedding, can be alarming, but it is entirely normal. Understanding the reasons behind postpartum hair loss and learning how to care for your hair during this time is crucial for helping hair regrowth and maintaining overall hair health.

Pregnancy Pillows: Support from First Trimester to Postpartum

At 12 weeks of pregnancy, your baby is only about the size of a plum but your baby bump is already visible. While most women don’t need any support pillows during their first trimester, and only start using one towards the end of their second trimester. However, this is not a hard and fast rule. If you are pregnant with twins or sometimes, even if you’re not, your belly may be larger than what is expected. This is completely normal because every pregnancy is unique but you will probably need to start using a pregnancy pillow to support your changing body.

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Here are some considerations to make when choosing your pregnancy pillow