Nutrafol
Nutrafol Launches Postpartum Hair Growth Formula
Nutrafol extends its women's lineup with a dedicated postpartum formula targeting the 50-90% of new mothers who experience post-pregnancy hair shedding within 4 months of birth.
Nutrafol launched Nutrafol Postpartum on May 20, 2026 at $88 for a 30-day supply. It's the first postpartum-specific formula from a clinically-backed hair supplement brand, targeting the 50-90% of new mothers who experience hair shedding peaking around 4 months after delivery.
Nutrafol
Nutrafol Postpartum
$88
Postpartum hair loss affects 50-90% of new mothers, peaking 4 months after delivery. No major brand has launched a postpartum-dedicated formula before this. Nutrafol's RCT data on the original Women formula (Ablon 2018) gives shoppers clinical evidence they won't find in the supplement aisle.
Brand claims
- ✓Doctor-formulated for postpartum hair shedding
- ✓Includes biotin, marine collagen peptides, and saw palmetto
- ✓Safe for breastfeeding (clinically reviewed)
- ✓Improvement seen 3-6 months with daily use
Why a postpartum formula
Postpartum hair loss — clinically called postpartum telogen effluvium — affects most new mothers within 1-5 months of giving birth. It’s driven by the sudden drop in pregnancy hormones that had pushed hairs into the growth phase. The shed phase normalizes around 6-12 months but feels devastating in the interim.
What’s inside
- Biotin (1,000mcg) — supports keratin production
- Marine collagen peptides — hair shaft strength
- Saw palmetto — DHT-blocker, the same active in Nutrafol Women
- Ashwagandha — adaptogen for stress-driven shedding (compounded by sleep deprivation)
- Zinc, selenium, vitamin E — micronutrient base
Safety for breastfeeding
Nutrafol Postpartum is clinically reviewed for breastfeeding compatibility — important since the original Nutrafol Women formula carries pregnancy/breastfeeding contraindications. Shoppers should still confirm with their clinician.
Where to buy
Nutrafol.com, Amazon US, and select OB/GYN offices via the Nutrafol clinical channel. $88 per 30-day supply, or $79/month on subscription.