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Losing hair after pregnancy? 😟 Doctors may call it telogen effluvium, but it’s usually just vitamin deficiencies…

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Losing hair after pregnancy? 😟 Doctors may call it telogen effluvium, but it’s usually just vitamin deficiencies from the intense nutrient demands of pregnancy and birth. A CMA with Redox panel can help identify what you’re missing and get your hair (and energy) back.

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