Nathalie Jensen, hairstylist and mother to two-year-old Phoenix, shares her expert tips and advice for any new and soon-to-be-mums concerned about how their locks appear to be changing before their eyes.
What changes can we expect to see during pregnancy?
You can expect to not lose the normal amount of hair per day and it usually feels thicker. Some women get less oil in their roots, which means your blow-dry might last longer too! One of the most common things I’ve noticed with my clients is their natural colour growing through half a shade darker during pregnancy.
How about after?
Once the baby is born, this extra hair tends to come out. It can happen either quite soon, between one to four months after childbirth, or once weaning begins. It’s called post-natal alopecia and usually lasts for four to six weeks, but don’t worry – your hair will grow back.
Can I colour my hair during pregnancy?
Some mothers prefer not to colour during pregnancy, but it is a personal preference, as is what we choose to eat or put on our skin while we’re pregnant.
What styles are easy for new mums?
In my experience, cutting it all off is a mistake, as shorter hair usually requires much more styling. I’d suggest a “lob” or slightly longer length so you can still tie your hair up. If you don’t want to cut your hair, you can’t go wrong with a cute plait. After drying off the roots, plait hair while the ends are damp.
What are the best low-maintenance colour ideas?
A lot of my clients opt for balayage as the effects last a long time. If you want to stay blonde, I’d suggest softening out the colour at the roots with a deeper tone to ensure your regrowth doesn’t look harsh. For brunettes with grey roots, I’d suggest applying baby lights with a variety of light and dark browns to help blend the grey when it appears.
Can you suggest some handy products for new mums?
A great anti-frizz serum and a good hairspray to tame any wild bits. And for those days when you just don’t have the time to wash your hair, your best friend is dry shampoo!
TreSemmé Salon Finish Extra Hold Hairspray, $9.37 – Redken Frizz Dismiss Instant Deflate FPF 30, $35 – Batiste Dry Shampoo Eden, $15.99.
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