How Often Should You Oil Baby’s Hair During Winter

Most new mums worry about their baby’s hair growth and wonder how often should they oil baby’s hair during winter. It is important to understand that while some newborns are born with thick locks, some are born without a strand of hair on their heads! There is no way you can predict how much hair a baby will have at birth. It’s completely normal for a newborn to have no hair at birth. A newborn’s hair can fall off after delivery and regrow. That is because when the baby is in the womb the hormone levels are high and it accelerates the hair growth but after delivery, the hormone levels drop so a baby’s hair growth slows down.  

After birth, a newborn’s hair enters a new growth cycle, and the hair falls. The baby may remain bald till the new hair grows back. That’s when it is important to apply oil to your baby’s scalp. During summer a baby is given a bath almost every day, but how often should you oil baby’s hair during winter since a baby does not have a bath that frequently during the cold months? Read on to learn more about it.

How Often Do I Need To Oil Baby’s Hair During Winter?

Once your baby’s hair enters the new growth cycle as mentioned above, it is important to oil your baby’s hair regularly, especially during winter. Frequently oiling your baby’s scalp with a baby-friendly hair oil provides enough moisture to the scalp which tends to become dry during winter and also provides nutrition to the scalp for better hair growth.

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Things To Remember While Oiling Baby’s Hair During Winter

• Use only natural baby hair oil that is free from chemicals and toxins.
• Make sure you apply just enough oil to the scalp as applying too much oil can block the pores on the baby’s scalp.
• After you apply the oil leave it for about half an hour to let it absorb into the scalp.
• Massage the scalp gently, this helps to soothe and relax the baby.
• Brush the scalp gently as it stimulates hair growth and also loosens dry skin and cradle cap.
• Wash the scalp thoroughly with baby shampoo and lukewarm water and make sure the oil is properly washed off.
• Use a soft towel to dry the baby’s hair after washing it.
• Follow the process every 3-4 days during winter.

How Does Oiling Baby’s Hair Help?

A baby’s hair is soft, and delicate and can damage easily. A good hair care routine which involves oiling baby’s hair during winter ensures healthy hair growth. Other benefits when you oil baby’s hair during winter are:

• It calms the baby’s nerves.
• Improves blood circulation.
• The scalp is enriched with nutrients and vitamins present in good baby hair oil. 
• Provides a healthy bonding time with your infant.

It is perfectly normal for a baby to be born without hair so don’t fret. Infants experience hair loss after delivery but the hair usually grows back within the first year. If you feel that your baby’s hair has not grown back even after a year, speak to your doctor. 

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