Pooja Das Pooja Das Asked 9 months ago

Does newborn hair fall out?

My newborn baby is just a few weeks old, and I've noticed a lot of her hair is falling out, especially when I bathe her. Is it normal for newborn hair to fall out, or should I be concerned?

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Sneha Joshi Sneha Joshi Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago
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I panicked so much when my baby started losing hair at two months, I thought something was terribly wrong! But my pediatrician laughed and said it is completely normal hormonal shedding. New and stronger hair grew back soon, so don't worry at all.

Siddharth Nair Siddharth Nair Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Yes, newborn hair loss is completely normal. It usually happens around the second or third month and grows back naturally.

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Priyanka Salunkhe Priyanka Salunkhe Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

It is a natural bodily transition for the baby, so don't stress! Take this time to focus on your own recovery, go for light evening walks with the stroller, and let the baby's hair cycle happen naturally.

Rohan Malhotra Rohan Malhotra Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Yes, it is perfectly normal. Most newborns shed their initial hair within the first few months to make way for permanent hair. There is absolutely no need to apply any special oils or remedies.

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Manju Sharma Manju Sharma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Almost all babies lose their birth hair during the first six months due to dropping hormone levels. It is a natural process called telogen effluvium in infants. Just avoid rubbing their head too hard during baths and let nature do its work.

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