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Pregnancy & new moms

Hair for both of you.

What we recommend while you’re expecting, while nursing, and for postpartum shedding. Comfortable chairs, extra breaks and gentler options.

While you’re expecting

Gentle choices.

Every pregnancy is different, so check with your doctor or midwife first. Tell us you’re expecting when you book and we’ll plan around you.

Anytime

Cuts, blowouts & styling

No chemicals involved. A great pick-me-up at any stage, and we’ll keep you comfortable with breaks and cushions.

Often after the first trimester

Highlights & balayage

Many moms-to-be wait until the second trimester for color. Foils and hand-painting keep color off the scalp, and we can choose gentler, ammonia-free glosses.

No chemicals

Extensions

Tape-ins, K-tips, wefts and halos add length and volume without any chemical process. Sitting time is planned with breaks.

We suggest waiting

Smoothing & straightening

Keratin smoothing, Japanese straightening and relaxers involve strong chemicals and heat. We recommend postponing them until after pregnancy and nursing.

Fragrance-sensitive?

Scalp ritual & treatments

A calming scalp massage and conditioning treatment. Tell us if scents bother you and we’ll pick unscented products.

After baby

Postpartum shedding

Shedding a few months after birth is common and usually temporary. A halo, topper or a few extensions can fill in while it grows back.

This page is general salon guidance, not medical advice. Your doctor or midwife has the final word.

Can’t make it in?

We can come to you.

On bed rest, or home with a newborn? Ask about a house call.

Not sure what’s safe for you?

Ask us first.

A free consultation, with no pressure to book anything.