I'm a mother of a four year old named Aurora. we recently were told that she has Alopecia. I am a VERY worried mother. she currently has two spots one on the back of her head and a smaller one on the front. I can only hope that these spots regrow and dont get any larger. I know how people can be and I'm terrified how children will be to her. she is the most free spirited little child and i dont want her to be affected by what people say. she doesnt realize what she has and doesnt pay attention. I havent told her her hair is "different" because i dont want her to feel she is different then anyone. she absolutely loves her hair becauseit is waist length. if anyone has suggestions PLEASE let me know. I'm new to this. and looking at all these pictures of these children with beautiful smiles actually gives me strength thank you soooo much
Do you have alopecia?
Parent or guardian of child with alopecia
Are you age 18 or older?
Yes - I am 18 or older
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Hello and welcome, Sterling!
I know that alopecia can be harder on the parents than it is on the kids.
At four she should be fine, but of course as she gets older this may change.
One resource is the National Alopecia Areata Foundation, at www.naaf.org. They have a free parent packet that may help you.
LeslieAnn
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I know that alopecia can be harder on the parents than it is on the kids.
At four she should be fine, but of course as she gets older this may change.
One resource is the National Alopecia Areata Foundation, at www.naaf.org. They have a free parent packet that may help you.
LeslieAnn