Question
My baby was born seven and a half months premature, weighing less at birth. Now four months old, she has been exclusively breastfed. Her hair has always been thin and sparse, with little volume and prone to falling out. None of the family members have hair like this. I want to know if I need to take her to the hospital for a check-up, and whether this condition will persist?
Answer
Your baby’s thin and soft hair may be due to a lack of zinc or iron, which is often a nutritional issue. However, genetic factors cannot be ruled out, which would require a reference to the hair quality of you and your baby’s father. It is recommended that you give your baby zinc gluconate syrup or other supplements and start incorporating nutrient-rich foods like millet congee into her diet. Maintaining a balanced diet is crucial for improving your baby’s hair quality. Moreover, you can consider trimming her hair now to stimulate hair growth.