What You Need to Know About Hair Loss: My 1-Year Journey

Let me start by saying this: postpartum hair loss is no joke. I knew having a baby would change my life—but my hair? I wasn’t ready for that betrayal. After months of shedding enough hair to make a wig for my vacuum cleaner, I realized I needed help. Real help.
Here’s how I went from hopelessly losing hair to regaining my confidence—thanks to a professional hair loss clinic in Calgary, a nutritionist, and some serious hair-science magic.
The Battle Begins: My DIY Hair Loss Experiments
It started a few months after giving birth. One morning, I pulled a hairbrush through my hair and ended up with what looked like a crime scene on the bathroom floor. I thought it was temporary, but the shedding didn’t stop.
Being the optimist (and cheapskate) I am, I decided to fix it myself:
- Shampoos: I bought every hair-thickening shampoo on the shelf. Let’s just say my wallet got thinner, not my hair.
- Miracle Oils: Coconut, castor, argan—you name it, I massaged it in. My hair smelled like a tropical smoothie, but no results.
- Hair Extensions: Desperation drove me to clip-in hair extensions. They were uncomfortable, and I spent more time adjusting them than wearing them.
At this point, I had tried it all—except accepting the truth: I needed professional help.
The Hair Loss Science I Wish I’d Known Earlier
After some late-night Googling (and panicked crying), I learned that postpartum hair loss isn’t just “in my head.” According to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, hormone fluctuations after childbirth can cause a condition called telogen effluvium, where many hair follicles enter a resting phase and fall out. (Source)
The worst part? Stress makes it worse, and between sleepless nights and motherhood chaos, stress was my new middle name.
Turning to a Hair Loss Clinic: The Game Changer
I finally caved and booked an appointment at Lavana Med—a place I’d always imagined as a secret lair for glamorous women with perfectly sculpted cheekbones and lips that could launch a thousand Instagram selfies. Was I ready to face that world? Not really. But desperation (and thinning hair) will humble you fast.
To my surprise, the team was warm, professional, and refreshingly down-to-earth—no judgment, just solutions. They introduced me to the HAIRestart® System, which uses scalp treatments to wake up dormant hair follicles and promote regrowth.
For the first time, I felt something I hadn’t felt in months—hope. I signed up for a treatment plan, determined to give it my all, even if it meant awkwardly dodging mirrors in the waiting room filled with flawless faces.
The Missing Puzzle Piece: A Nutritionist’s Advice
While at Lavana Med, one of the specialists suggested I see a nutritionist for a blood test. Desperate for a full-body reset, I took the plunge—and I’m so glad I did.
Turns out, I was seriously low on iron, zinc, and vitamin D—three major players in hair health. According to a study published in Dermatology Practical & Conceptual, deficiencies in these micronutrients can cause or worsen hair loss. (Source)
My nutritionist prescribed iron supplements, zinc tablets, and a tailored diet rich in leafy greens, nuts, and oily fish. I finally understood that healthy hair isn’t just about what you put on your head—it’s about what you put in your body too.
The Results: Finally Seeing Progress
Within months of combining HAIRestart® treatments with my nutritionist’s plan, I noticed something miraculous: less shedding and new baby hairs sprouting along my hairline.
Was it instant? No. But after a few months, my hair was visibly thicker, stronger, and healthier. For the first time since having a baby, I felt like myself again.
What I Learned (So You Don’t Have To)
If you’re battling postpartum hair loss or any kind of thinning hair, here’s my honest advice:
- Skip the Expensive Shampoos: They might help temporarily but won’t fix deeper issues.
- See a Specialist: A hair loss clinic like Lavana Med offers professional-grade treatments that actually work.
- Check Your Nutrient Levels: A simple blood test can reveal vitamin and mineral deficiencies that might be making things worse.
- Be Patient but Persistent: Hair regrowth takes time, but with the right plan, it’s possible.
And here are the results!
Final Thoughts
I never thought I’d be someone writing about hair loss, but life has a funny way of humbling you. If my story helps just one stressed-out, postpartum mom stop wasting money on magic shampoos and start focusing on real solutions, then sharing this was worth it.
Thank you, Lavana Med—and thank you to the sleep-deprived, determined woman in the mirror who finally took charge of her hair (and her health).