Ask an Herbalist: Hair Loss After Pregnancy. "I'm 42 and My Hair Is Falling Out After Pregnancy. Can Chinese Herbs Help Grow Hair?"

Q: “I’m only 42, but my hair has been thinning for a few years. I just had my second child, and all of a sudden it’s almost falling out. I’m scared. Are there Chinese herbs that can help? Can you treat hair thinning or balding in women?”

A: Yes, absolutely. If your hair is thinning for no apparent reason, Chinese herbs can often help drastically. And if you've just gone through pregnancy or childbirth, you're not alone.

2 months on Grow Hair herbal combination

Hair thinning in women is more common than people realize. Chinese medicine has been treating it successfully for centuries. Whether it's hair that’s gradually gotten thinner over time, or a sudden “postpartum fallout” that feels alarming and out of control, there's an explanation for why this happens—and a way to support regrowth naturally.

Grow Your Hair Like a Thriving Garden: The Power of Deep Nourishment

Let’s start with a simple truth: your hair is a flower, and your body is the soil. You can’t expect blossoms to thrive if the soil is depleted, dried out, or exhausted from harsh conditions.

From a Chinese medicine perspective, lush, healthy hair depends on the strength and richness of your internal resources. In Chinese theory, we call this Yin, Blood, and Jing (our deep essence and vitality). Pregnancy, childbirth, menstruation, breastfeeding, and stress all take a toll on these reserves.

And when the body’s reserves are low, it prioritizes survival. Hair? That’s not essential to keeping you alive, so it's the first thing to go.

Why Women’s Hair Thins—And How to Grow It Back

Let’s break it down:

• Childbirth, breastfeeding, and hormonal shifts are incredibly depleting.

• Menstruation drains Blood over decades.

• Stress and overwork chip away at our core reserves.

• Modern life rarely allows time for full recovery after big life events like pregnancy.

The result? A body that’s running on empty is trying to keep your heart and brain going with barely anything left for your hair, skin, and nails.

But here’s the good news: you can refill those reserves. And when you do, your hair can grow back stronger, thicker, and more vibrant. (You skin and nails improve as well!)

The Grow Hair Program: Nourish the Soil, Regrow the Flower

Our Grow Hair Program is designed to do exactly that: replenish the core resources your body needs so it can support healthy, long-term hair growth.

This isn’t just about using shampoo or applying oil to your scalp—it’s about nourishing yourself from the inside out with a combination of Chinese herbs, nutrient-dense food-based supplements, and stress-adaptogenic support.

Depending on how depleted your reserves are, most people start seeing changes in 1–3 months.

5 Superstar Chinese Herbs for Hair Growth and Recovery

These five herbs are used in Chinese medicine to rebuild what’s been lost and support long-term, healthy hair growth—especially after major life events like childbirth, stress, or illness.

1. He Shou Wu (Fo-Ti)

• Deeply nourishes Yin, Blood, and Jing

• Restores natural hair color and supports growth

• Strengthens kidneys, joints, and reproductive health

• Famous longevity tonic for energy and sleep

  
  

2. Gou Qi Zi (Goji Berries)

• Boosts Yin and Blood to hydrate and nourish the scalp

• Strengthens immunity, vision, and energy

• Supports the Liver and Kidneys—key to hair health

  
  

3. Nu Zhen Zi (Privet Fruit)

• Known for slowing premature greying

• Replenishes Kidney Yin, supports bones, brain, and hormones

• Great for postmenopausal and postpartum recovery

  
  

4. Shu Di Huang (Prepared Rehmannia)

• One of the strongest Blood tonics in Chinese medicine

• Rebuilds vitality, supports brain, fertility, and hair thickness

• Excellent for fatigue, anemia, and dryness symptoms

  
  

5. Sang Shen (Mulberry Fruit)

• Hydrates skin and scalp, moistens dryness

• Improves digestion, complexion, and detox

• High in antioxidants for aging and circulation

💡 Combine with a high-quality organ meat complex supplement for complete nourishment and maximum regrowth potential.

Real Healing. Real Hair. From a Real Herbalist.

1 year of taking Grow Hair herbs

As a licensed Chinese medicine doctor who’s been using these herbs in practice for over 10 years, and as someone in her 50s taking these herbs personally, I’ve seen what they can do.

My hair today is thicker, healthier, and less grey than it was in my 30s and 40s. And I’ve seen patient after patient regrow strong, resilient hair using this deep nourishment approach.

👩‍⚕️ Still Not Sure? Let’s Talk About the Other Causes

Sometimes, hair loss isn't just from depletion. If you’re dealing with:

• Dandruff, itching, or scalp eczema

• Sudden, severe hair loss

• Known hormonal imbalances

• Digestive issues or nutrient malabsorption

• Autoimmune conditions...then the herbs above may not be enough. A customized herbal formula, based on your pattern, may be needed first. After that’s resolved or managed, you can transition into a hair growth protocol.

You Deserve to Feel Like Yourself Again

You’ve given your body to others—through pregnancy, motherhood, work, caregiving. Now it’s time to give back to yourself.

If you’re ready to restore your reserves and support healthy, vibrant hair growth naturally, I invite you to explore the Grow Hair Program.

✨ Your hair is the flower. Let’s nourish the soil.

Warmly,

Dr. Kim Drolet, DACM, LAc

Natural Dermatology & Herbal Medicine Expert

San Diego Herbal Medicine and Acupuncture

P.S. Curious if the Grow Hair Program is right for you? Reach out to schedule a consultation or explore the supplement details HERE.