There are various factors that cause hair loss in growing children. Apart from their genetics, drug allergies, medical conditions, some mistakes we make in hair care can also cause hair loss in children. Especially chemical shampoos, rubbing with a towel while drying the hair can cause hair loss in children with thin hair follicles. Now let’s know what are the causes of baby hair loss.
Hair loss in toddlers
Hair growth that occurs while in the mother’s womb is caused by the nutrition that the mother consumes. However it is not permanent. Such hair falls out within 6 months to 1 year after birth. This is called baby hair.
To completely remove this baby hair, our people practice shaving the newborn baby. When shaving, blocked hair follicles are stimulated, allowing new hair to grow thicker and with a different texture. But if there is no regrowth of hair in the bald areas then you can consult a pediatrician for advice.
Hair loss in toddlers
Hair growth that occurs while in the mother’s womb is caused by the nutrition that the mother consumes. However it is not permanent. Such hair falls out within 6 months to 1 year after birth. This is called baby hair.
To completely remove this baby hair, our people practice shaving the newborn baby. When shaving, blocked hair follicles are stimulated, allowing new hair to grow thicker and with a different texture. But if there is no regrowth of hair in the bald areas then you can consult a pediatrician for advice.
Baby Hair Care Mistakes
Chemical shampoos, serums, hair sprays you use to wash your baby’s hair will definitely affect their hair growth.
Nowadays, the fashion world has changed to such an extent that even young people are coloring their hair. But make sure to use chemical-free hair care products for children as much as possible.
Similarly, using a hair dryer to dry the hair can cause hair loss. Even if you rub the towel on the scalp, the hair will fall out. Friction of fine hair strands against fabric can cause hair breakage.
Instead, pull the towel through the hair to absorb the moisture. If possible, dry hair naturally in the sun, in the air. Baby’s hair is soft and dries quickly.
Can hairstyles cause hair loss in children?
For baby girls, parents have many hairstyles to try.
But remember that they too can be a factor in hair loss. A tight ponytail, be it a ponytail or a ponytail, is why even tight braids can sometimes lead to hair loss. Even the rubber band you use to finish your hair can lead to hair loss. Baby’s hair is soft. So it is safe to postpone the hairstyle for a few months.
Hair loss when baby hair is exposed to friction
When a baby’s hair is over-exfoliated, there is a risk of hair loss or hair breakage. Toddlers tend to shed when they rub their hair on the bed, mat, or car seat. To avoid this, when placing the baby on hard surfaces such as car seats and mats, a thin cotton cloth should be placed over it.
All of the above are non-medical causes of hair loss that you can control. Without these, many conditions such as nutritional deficiency, hormonal deficiency etc. cause hair loss in children. It is safe to consult a paediatrician, if the child is experiencing excessive hair loss and not growing hair.
