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Mom haircut

ckennett62814ckennett62814 member
in August 2015 Moms
Alright, this may be a weird post but here goes. I keep debating weather or not I want to keep growing my hair long, it's a little past my shoulders now or cut it shorter so it will be easier to maintain for when baby is here. Yes, I know this isn't a life or death question but I'm bored and curious what other people think. So, the question is...what is better: shorter or longer, or does it really matter to you? Having a hard time deciding what I want to do since there are benefits to both. Long, I can throw it up in a bun, short, it doesn't take as long to dry/straighten. Opinions please!

When I say short, I mean above the shoulders but not anything above the chin.
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  • heath3erheath3er member
    I feel like you should do what makes you feel good. Just because your a mom you don't have to dress 60. I don't agree with mid-drift and tight booty shorts.

    I cut my hair with my first soo short (first time ever) I have always had long hair. I hated it and it took so long to grow back.. I love my long hair.. And it's staying. I just throw it up if in hot!
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  • jlsweetsjlsweets member
    I've always felt I looked my best with long hair so I continue to keep it long. I'm not going to cut it short just because I'm a mom now. Just as I'm not going to trade my vehicle in for a mini van. If you like it longer , keep it! I really don't think having short hair is necessary after having a baby. You can always throw it back, braid it, etc.

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  • Ambermom043Ambermom043 member
    Well, it IS hair.. So it will grow back regardless. ;) You could cut it, and if it's not your thing, let it grow back out! A nice new "do" can be fun and refreshing. It doesn't sound like you're cutting a drastic amount off or anything.. I say you only live once, and you won't know unless you try it! ;) Maybe start with just a little cut, and if you're liking the change and feel up to it, cut some more? I've been debating a cut too, but I never go too crazy/bold, b/c I love long hair! My hair grows super fast though, and is pretty darn long/thick. :)
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  • Thj417Thj417 member
    edited August 2015
    Kept my hair long, I enjoy fixing it every once in a while for DH
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  • ckennett62814ckennett62814 member
    Yeah I do love my hair long...that is when I actually take the time to blow dry and straighten it lol that is the only thing I like better about short hair, less up keep. I will probably keep it long, I always regret cutting it!
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  • cosplaymomcosplaymom member
    For the first two weeks you aren't going to care about your hair. After that, you want something easy. But easy can be long or short. Do what you like. With my first I had a short bob. But I got tired of it and let my hair grow out. I don't mind putting it in a ponytail now or just ironing it quick and rubbing in some smoothing wax to tame the frizz. My bangs are gone now and I think that's easier.
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  • deviduke412deviduke412 member
    I think it depends on what looks good on each person. I personally love short hair and have kept mine pretty short for a few years. I keep saying I'm going to grow it back out but then I get tired of it. I've wanted to cut it this summer Bc I'm so hot and hate it on my neck but dh keeps encouraging me to grow it. One thing about short hair is you have to go back and get it trimmed more often which can be time consuming and costs more money. I think short hair is easier to take care of: less time washing and drying, can air dry quicker, etc. But I think you can do more styles with long hair. Like pp said, you can give it a go and if you don't like it, it's just hair and will grow back.
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  • drummondstdrummondst member
    I'm a hairstylist and here's my two cents. Obviously go with whatever makes you look the best! But I find that my new mum clients benefit from the easiest styles which are most often longer hair. Maybe think about getting a new colour instead to make yourself feel fab?
    I've personally got quite short hair which is super easy to style/dry off - all depends on how much maintenance you want to commit to!
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  • puccagirl77puccagirl77 member
    Long hair is easier IMO because you can always throw it in a pony tail. If it is too short, then you really need to style it constantly.

    But, I get different hair cuts all the time because its fun. So, you know, you do you.
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  • breezymeema7breezymeema7 member
    I cut my hair in a chin length Bob just after Christmas. It's super cute when I styled it but honestly, being pregnant with 2 toddlers, I rarely styled it. I'm growing it out as I find it's much easier to keep my hair in a messy bun while caring for a newborn.
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  • mariafordonmariafordon member
    I usually keep my hair just a bit shorter than shoulder length. Long enough that I can put it up but not so long that it's starts to get huge(my hair is super thick and curly/wavy) I refuse to do anything besides wash and air dry it. I also feel like I save a lot if time and shampoo when it's shorter.
    But I don't think you need a "mom" hair cut just because you're a mom. Keep your hair however you like it.
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  • Bickey11Bickey11 member
    It depends on what u think will make you FEEL best. Truth is short hair cuts mean more maintenance. Nothing is easier than a ponytail or bun.
    Hubby has always said he would leave me if i chopped my hair off. While i know he wouldn't, that just lets me know he wouldn't find me as physically appealing, and I'm a fan of him thinking I'm hot, cuz that man is sexy as hell. He takes care of himself for me. And it makes me want to return the favor. I already feel completely gross with my extra 38 lbs, i need to feel desirable in SOME way
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  • toccoaparkertoccoaparker member
    My hair is halfway down my back and I love it; when I do feel like styling it, it looks amazing. Otherwise I can always throw it in a bun, this is the majority of the time..
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  • pabeybabypabeybaby member
    I've got super curly hair and it's taken me YEARS to grow it out. So I'm definitely not getting it cut anytime soon. I do dye it though even though it can be a pain in the butt, but it helps if you're wanting something different.
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  • SashaDenn25SashaDenn25 member
    CaliforniaDream87 said:

    I don't do the whole "mom jeans/mom haircuts/mom wardrobe" type thing. I wear what I feel I look best with. I love long hair and would never go short. What do you think you look best with? If you feel like short hair would be easier go for it!

    This exactly!! Im not changing anything in my beauty routine due to being a mom and making things easier to get ready. I love my long hair and have still woken up and fixed it and my makeup every morning and will arrange my morning routine when LO gets here to still be able to do this. Im going to be struggling with my body image enough once LO is here and things take time to go back to normal, im at least going to have my long locks to make me feel good!
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  • kat+1kat+1 member
    My haird is to my butt. Most days it's in a bun but a few times a week I let it down and fix it for hubby or church. I find it makes me feel good and the thought of cutting it just makes me sad. I am planning on donating 14 inches of it to a hair wig charity but not just yet I want to make sure when I do cut it I can still have longish hair so I am not so shocked
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  • PDXtbirdPDXtbird member
    I cut it short at the end of my last pregnancy, and after half of it fell out following birth I felt frumpy and unattractive because I couldn't even style it cute. There were many days I couldn't even shower before work and I would have given anything to throw it into a sock bun and go. Instead it was short and greasy.



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  • jgorley2015jgorley2015 member
    I like short hair. A few weeks ago I went and got a trim, added some new layers, and cut my bangs different. It satisfied my style, my need for a haircut, and my desire to keep it short so I don't have to put it up.

    Do what you feel is best. A trim is always nice. :)
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  • BabyBean815BabyBean815 member
    I'm in the process of growing out super short hair.  
    The pros of short hair - Drying time is easier, styling it is fun, it's not hot and in the way.  
    The cons of short hair - You have to keep up with getting it cut.  I needed to go every 3 weeks or so for maintenance.  Of course, mine was super short but it's still a factor!  Also, I'm enjoying getting to the growing out phase where I can put at least some of my hair in a ponytail.  When you're having a bad hair day and you have short hair, the old "throw it in a ponytail" trick isn't an option.

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  • AshK1027AshK1027 member
    I have no prior Mommy experience, but I say KEEP IT LONG. Messy buns, braids, ponies, and occasionally making it look put together are too many advantages. I've gone shorter a few times (shoulder length) and it ended up being a bigger hassle than long hair. I had to make sure it was straightened & brushed everyday (my hair gets cooky). With long hair, if I don't brush it, it looks like I'm going for that messy beach hair thing that can kind of be seen as acceptable.

    When I think of bringing baby home and adjusting to a different life, I want to be as comfortable as possible. Even if hair grows, I wouldn't feel comfortable in my skin if I don't like my hair. Call me vain.
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  • gemmafiggemmafig member
    I am constantly cutting my long hair short, letting it grow out and doing it again. When I get bored, I get highlights/color and then if I'm still unhappy I go back for a cut after 6 weeks..

    I think that both short and long hair have pros and cons. Short hair can be washed and air dried just as easily as long, depending on your cut. You don't have to style either length, again depending on the cut. It sounds like you are going for more of a medium length, which I cannot stand. I think that is the length you have to do the most with when it comes to styling. It's the length where I'm at right now, and I'm cranky with it.

    Pinterest is fun for inspiration, or even to just get the urge out of your system. I got highlights right before my baby shower, and I'm looking forward to going back before the holidays for a trim and touch up.

    Unless you are okay with a spontaneous cut, I say go with something less 'drastic' right now. Color change, highlights, even those colored hair extensions (non-permanent fun).
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  • jadetree1080jadetree1080 member
    One of the first things my husband said to me after we found out I was pregnant (and all the excitement died down) was "don't think that just because your going to be a mom means you have to cut off all your hair" while I thought that was funny at the time I think his point was, so much is changing right now, your body, your life, your focus... Maybe it is not the time for some drastic change to you appearance. For me, my long hair is part of my identity, and when everything else is all up in the air maybe I want to keep some things consistent with me. It might be time for a trim cuz the prenatal are making it grow like crazy, but as far as cutting great lengths, it's not for me at this time.
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  • PixelPosyPixelPosy member
    I had hair down to the middle of my back when DD1 was born. I lived mostly in messy buns and ponytails during leave and that was fine for me... Until it all started to fall out. Like talking fistfuls of hair in the shower. It was awful. In a rash decision I chopped it to just above my shoulders, The fallout was easier to deal with and it was a much more professional look on me for my return to work... But I still really miss my long hair. It's just passed my shoulders right now and this time I'm going to try and survive the fall out without the drastic chop.

    For me short hair required more effort to style and look "good" as my hair has some body that just makes it look messy when down unless I use some heat tools. And short hair ponies just don't look right for my work environment. Long hair it was easy to throw into a polished pony on days I didn't have time to mess with heat. So for me, long hair is easier to deal with when not falling out in fistfuls.
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  • buckleykbuckleyk member
    Personally, I'd wait until after the baby for a haircut. I know after my first I was exhausted, feeling yucky and not enjoying my post- baby body. A new haircut was the exact pick me up I needed!

    And like everyone else said, enjoy your long think hair while it lasts. Pretty soon it'll be falling out by the handful.
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  • mimigrace12mimigrace12 member
    edited August 2015
    I personally feel that my hair is easier to maintain while long. I have a curly/wavy texture, so the extra weight helps keep it from flipping every which way. Plus, pony tails and buns are awesome lol I did dye my hair back to brunette from blond though so I don't have to worry about maintaining the root colour

    Edited - typo
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  • LovetangleLovetangle member
    I find my long hair is much easier to take care of than short hair. I cut it short once and could never get away with air dried beachy waves like I can with it long. Had to spend time styling it every single day. Ponytails are easier too! It does cause extra time in the salon but I'd rather spend an extra 2 hours there every other month than an extra 20 minutes styling it every single day.
    If you're bored and looking for a change then maybe it's time for a new color? That's always fun!!
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