How New Mums Lost Their Confidence After Having A Baby
Motherhood is a profound and transformative journey, filled with unparalleled love, joy and fulfillment. But along with these blessings, many new mums face unexpected physical changes that can significantly affect their confidence and self-esteem.
Let’s explore these postpartum concerns and how Radium Medical Aesthetics can offer solutions to help new mums regain their strength and confidence through non-invasive, non-surgical solutions.
Skin Darkening and Melasma
Hormonal changes during pregnancy, particularly the surge in estrogen and progesterone levels, can lead to melasma—commonly referred to as the “mask of pregnancy.” This condition occurs when melanocytes overproduce melanin, resulting in dark, flat patches on the face, typically on the cheeks, forehead and upper lip.
Additionally, some women experience darkening of the skin on their bodies, particularly in areas such as the underarms, nipples, inner thighs and the skin around their genitals.
While pigmentation due to melasma often disappear on its own within a few months after childbirth, it can sometimes persist. To safely minimise the risk of skin darkening, prevention is essential. Limit sun exposure, wear protective clothing and consistently apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 50 can prevent further pigmentation.
Cysteamine-Based Topicals: Can be applied to areas of skin with pigmentation caused by melasma. These creams help to prevent the production of melanin, reducing the appearance of dark spots and brown patches.
Dual-Wave Radiofrequency Microneedling: Targets not only the pigment deposits in the skin, but also strengthens the basement membrane of the skin, improving appearance of dark spots and boosting overall skin health.
Hair Loss and Postpartum Shedding
Postpartum hair loss is a common concern that typically begins about three months after childbirth and can last for up to six months. This condition is caused by hormonal changes during and after pregnancy. For most women, it is temporary, with hair gradually returning to its normal thickness as hormone levels stabilise and revert to pre-pregnancy levels. However, if hair loss persists, it may require further medical attention.
Infrared Er:YAG Laser: A patented, non-invasive laser treatment that gently delivers laser pulses to the scalp tissue to improve blood circulation and stimulate hair follicles in a safe, effective and controlled manner.
PDRN Therapy: A hair restoration therapy which uses DNA extract to help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in the scalp, promoting healthier hair growth.
Excess Stubborn Fat
Many new mums find it challenging to shed the extra weight gained during pregnancy. Hormonal fluctuations, lack of sleep, and limited time for exercise can contribute to the accumulation of stubborn fat in areas like the abdomen, thighs, and hips. This can lead to frustration and feelings of dissatisfaction with their postpartum bodies.
Non-Invasive Body Contouring Treatments: Fat Freeze and SculpSure are able to effectively target and reduce stubborn fat in specific areas without the need for surgery. Fat Freeze, or cryolipolysis, uses cold temperatures, while SculpSure employs laser technology to selectively target and break down excess fat deposits. These fat cells are then naturally eliminated by the body’s lymphatic system.
Weaker Core Muscles and Diastasis Recti
During pregnancy, the abdominal muscles and connective tissues are stretched out from the expanding uterus to accommodate the growing foetus, often leading to Diastasis Recti, a condition where the abdominal muscles separate. This results in a weaker core, poor posture and lower back pain, making everyday tasks more challenging for new mums.
EmSculpt Neo: Utilises both radiofrequency and high-intensity focused electromagnetic technologies to deliver targeted contractions to the abdominal muscles, helping to tone and strength the core and significantly close the gap in the muscles caused by diastasis recti.
Pain During Sex
For many women, they may experience pain during sex after childbirth, which can be attributed to vaginal dryness. This condition can make intimacy uncomfortable and frustrating for many new mothers, but thankfully, it is often treatable. Vaginal dryness occurs when the vaginal tissues don’t produce enough natural lubrication, leading to irritation, discomfort, and pain during sexual activity. It’s important to recognize that vaginal dryness is a common issue after pregnancy, typically caused by hormonal changes, especially fluctuations in estrogen levels.
Polynucleotide Injectables: Such as Plinest, can help to restore moisture, repair tissue, enhance elasticity for enhanced intimacy.
Regaining Confidence After Childbirth with Radium Medical Aesthetics
Postpartum changes are a natural part of motherhood, but they don’t have to affect your confidence. Many new mums struggle with feelings of inadequacy or frustration as they adapt to their new bodies. It’s important to acknowledge these feelings and at the same time, seek medical support when needed.
At Radium, we are dedicated to helping new mums embrace their postpartum journey with confidence. Our personalised, non-invasive treatments address common concerns like skin pigmentation, hair loss, stubborn body fat and muscle weakness, offering safe and effective solutions with minimal downtime. Contact us to learn more about our postpartum treatments and how we can help you regain your radiance and confidence.
