Hair Loss In 9 month Old

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Hair Loss In 9 month Old

by Nikki
(Texas)

Look at all that hair - help!

My baby is 9 months old and is losing her hair all around the sides and back. I haven't noticed much on top, could this be a problem? I read somewhere that it could be a vitamin deficiency. They will test her for anemia in a month.

I am very worried, though. Does anyone have any thoughts on why my 9 months old is losing hair?

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Jul 03, 2008

See a doctor
by: Baby Help Line

Hi!

What an adorable girl!

Since she is 9 months old, she shouldn't really be losing her hair, rather growing it. You're correct that some nutrition problem may cause hair loss, such as deficiency in iron or zinc.

Are you still breastfeeding her exclusively (more or less)? Exclusively breastfed babies older than 6 months are at risk for developing iron deficiency. Here is an article that provides more help on iron deficiency in babies. (Opens in new window)

You can give your baby some iron-fortified ceral or oatmeal to help her stock up iron.

In addition, I do think you should talk to a doctor about your girl's hair situation to sort out if there really is a deficiency causing it or not.

Some skin infections as well as severe cradle cap can also cause problems. Ring worm is one example that can easily be treated. Some babies also simple tear their hair too much!

You can read a bit more about it baby hair loss here.

Please don't worry too much, though. Most severe conditions that cause hair loss only appear after a baby's first birth day.

But only a pediatrician that meets your daughter can really help you sort this out.

Hope this helps. Please let me know about your progress!

Paula

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