Shedding to Strength: How to Support Postpartum Hair Regrowth Naturally
Becoming a mother changes everything. Your body, your routine, and even your hair. It is completely normal to notice more strands appearing in your brush or shower in the months after giving birth. This stage known as postpartum hair shedding can feel frustrating or alarming but it is also a quiet reminder of how powerfully your body transitions through motherhood.
At Rae and Roots we believe this season deserves care not panic. With patience nourishment and ritual your hair can return stronger softer and more resilient over time.
Understanding Postpartum Hair Shedding
During pregnancy elevated estrogen levels keep your hair in a longer growth phase which is why many women experience thicker fuller hair. After birth as hormone levels settle and normalise the extra hair you were holding naturally begins to shed sometimes all at once.
It can seem dramatic but this process is temporary. Many women begin to notice new regrowth again around the 6- to 9-month mark postpartum. What matters most during this time is how well you support your scalp and nurture your body as it restores balance.
The Ritual Edit: How to Encourage Natural Regrowth
Focus on Scalp Health
Healthy regrowth begins at the root. A nourished scalp provides the foundation for new strands to thrive. Regular scalp massages help encourage circulation and relax tension. Using a soft scalp massager enhances absorption and supports new growth over time. Avoid harsh shampoos that strip the scalp of natural oils and choose gentle sulfate-free formulas instead.
Feed Your Hair from Within
Postpartum recovery requires energy and your hair reflects your internal nourishment. Include iron-rich foods like leafy greens lentils and eggs. Add protein from nuts beans and fish to support keratin production. Omega-3s help with scalp hydration and elasticity. Hydration matters too. Even mild dehydration can make hair look dull and lacklustre.
Create Small Moments of Care
Your hair ritual does not need to be long. It simply needs consistency. Warm a few drops of oil between your palms and breathe deeply before applying. Massage your scalp in slow circular motions. Tie your hair loosely in a silk scrunchie or clip to avoid breakage. Light a candle exhale and let this moment be yours.
Rae and Roots encourages mothers to reclaim care through small meaningful rituals that restore calm confidence and presence.
From the Roots: Real Mum Reflections
Many women in our Rae and Roots community share similar feelings. The shock of hair loss. The fear of change. And then the quiet joy of seeing soft baby hairs appearing again once they created a ritual they returned to consistently.
One mum shared
“At first I thought I did not have time for self-care. But using the Rae and Roots Hair Oil became my five quiet minutes. My baby napped and I massaged my scalp. It felt grounding. I looked forward to it.”
This is the truth of recovery
it is not just physical.
It is emotional.
It is about reconnecting with yourself strand by strand.
Behind the Brand: A Gentle Philosophy
Rae and Roots was created by two mothers who experienced postpartum shedding themselves. They understood that behind every strand lost there is a story of transformation. A woman becoming a mother.
That understanding shaped every product every blend and every message. Our goal is not perfection. It is comfort. It is connection. It is care that feels natural to real motherhood.
Each formulation from our Roots and Rituals Set to our Body and Mind Collection is designed to fit easily into real daily life without pressure without overwhelm and without noise.
Your roots are waiting to grow back stronger than ever.
