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Acceptance

Acceptance is the biggest step. It would be easier if we did not need the acceptance of those we love. My husband is one of the people I fear will not accept my baldness. Next week what's left of my hair will be taken own - I can't wait. I ordered a wig in advance to see if even like wearing wigs. Mostly I believe I'll be rocking my bald head with some funky scarves or hats when I feel like it.



My husband replies: "as long as you're ok with it, its ok" but never answers me… Continue

Added by Lili Añel (aka Eulalia) on February 18, 2011 at 1:22pm — 7 Comments

So this really is painful

I am new to this website and have been browsing through the blogs and am amazed at how many beautiful strong people there are dealing with this monster called alopecia--I am 27 yrs old and just started really dealing with alopecia this past year. I always had a widened parting on my head but after a family loss early last year the parting became huge--so much that no matter the hair style, spray color or headband would hide it. I went to a local spot to see what to do and they provided me with… Continue

Added by Mi on February 18, 2011 at 12:00pm — 8 Comments

First wig week down...many to go

Well, I have made it thru my work week with my first wig. It is better today than it has been the past couple days. It was more itchy for a little while there, but today has started off good. I have gotten alot of compliments this week, alot of surprise reactions when I tell them I have a wig, and alot of looks like they want to ask or they are trying to figure it out.



If someone asks me about it, then I am telling them. If it is someone that I am friends with, I tell them. Other… Continue

Added by Julie G on February 18, 2011 at 9:35am — 8 Comments

I think I just found my meaning

My mum hates the fact I'm bald. She's embarassed by it.



I was in Sydney for a few days with my drama class and had the best time in my scarves, not my wig. My friends dont mind talking about my alopecia and I felt - and, dare i say it, looked :P - great. Whenever we were just around in the hotel, I didn't wear anything, aound the girls at least, and everyone was fine with it.



It made me realise how much pressure I feel from my mum to wear my hair.

It's currently… Continue

Added by Georgia Gardner on February 18, 2011 at 5:45am — 7 Comments

Engagement

Hehe, I'm so excited - I'm getting married! The date is set for 6th August 2011 and I can't wait.

I already have my dress, however I'm struggleing for ideas on what to do with my head! I don't wear a wig and have nothing to attach a veil to but I feel like I need something purely for decoration, any ideas?

Does anyone have any pictures of their special days?

Thanks for any help x

Added by Emily Horsley on February 18, 2011 at 5:28am — 2 Comments

Hope my baby has hair

I can't help but worry! I have been pretty strong through out this whole alopecia deal, but if my baby boy has to go through it, thats gonna kill me!! I secretly wanted a girl for this reason only...because Im afraid that if they dont have hair, a girl can wear wigs, ect. I know a boy can too, but it seems harder to hide with a boy. It's not something that I think about everyday, not stressing too much, but it lingers in my mind. If it happens, Ill be as strong as possible, but Ill feel so bad… Continue

Added by Lee on February 18, 2011 at 12:36am — 6 Comments

My first bald driver's license!

My driver's license is up for renewal, and I've been waiting until I could get a new photo that looks the way I've looked for 3 years - bald! Every time I had to show the old photo ID to someone, it depressed me to see myself with all the hair and my original eyebrows. And, people would look at the photo and just assume all the more that I have cancer.



So, this week I made an appointment and went in to have a new photo taken. They unexpectedly made me take the written test again, but… Continue

Added by Mary on February 16, 2011 at 5:22pm — 24 Comments

Tired

This is the most blogging I have done since joining Alopecia World. I am getting very, very tired of carefully styling my hair to hide my "spots". I am a very active person. I run, bike, and I swim almost daily. That means that I have to "do" my hair every day. I am sick of it. I am thinking of getting a wig. Any words of wisdom?

Added by Anne Williams on February 15, 2011 at 9:00pm — 20 Comments

The time has come

I have had alopecia areata since after the birth of my son some 20 years ago. I had the usual treatments, Rogaine before it was over-the-counter; the shots to my scalp. All worked for a short amount of time. I am a dark-brunette, bordering on "black" haired woman. I have taken to having my hair dyed blonde (single process, no bleaching) as you notice the spots less with lighter hair, it all blends. But its not working that well anymore.



I am a musician and in the public eye. I saw… Continue

Added by Lili Añel (aka Eulalia) on February 15, 2011 at 3:50pm — 4 Comments

Vacations can be freeing!

I have been in Maui now for 3 days with my husband, son and his girlfriend. I am blessed to have such a caring family -they have embraced my hairless head! I had a "fun" moment yesterday --in the rough surf, playing in the waves my bandana came off...after I let out a yelp I embraced the waves and sun on my bald head!! Break through moment for me. I have only had a shaven head since mid January (diagnosed with AA beginning of January). I am sure people were staring....oh well....I had a great… Continue

Added by Tracy on February 15, 2011 at 1:09pm — 5 Comments

Yikes--my first blog post!

I'm so glad that I found this website! It's so nice to know that there are others that understand what I'm going through. Alopecia areata is pretty new to me--I've had it for a year or so. I used to have thick hair, really thick hair....so to have such rapidly thinning hair and numerous bald spots is surprising or maybe ironic is a better word. And since it started out thick, I've been able to hide that I have AA. My family knows and a close friend (who is also my beautician). But, I've told… Continue

Added by Michelle on February 15, 2011 at 10:45am — 2 Comments

Happythankyoumoreplease

There is a movie coming out this year called "Happythankyoumoreplease". It is a drama from the Sundance Festival. I am so excited for it to come out because I like the actors in it. Also... because one of characters (Malin Akerman) in it has a form of Alopecia! I don't know if I have seen any other movies where a lead in a movie has a type of Alopecia. The woman wears turbans and doesn't have eyebrows in the movie. I think the movie will be an inspiration to me. I am excited to see if they talk… Continue

Added by Alliegator on February 15, 2011 at 10:08am — 8 Comments

Today is my freedom day!

So today I am getting my freedom back from this ugly thing called androgenic alopecia.

Step 1: Yesterday I got my first wig and I love the way it looks!

Step 2: Buzzing my hair(not completely shaving but buzzing it very short)

Step 3: MOVING ON!



This last week before I got my wig, I was so down on myself. Of course getting on the scale I saw the "winter weight" which I hate..so I gotta work on that one. But I was just nauseous with the hair that I was losing every day… Continue

Added by Julie G on February 13, 2011 at 7:39am — 6 Comments

Firework

I knew I loved this song for more than just the music - the lyrics are inspiring for anyone who has had obstacles to face. Right away it connected with me and my alopecia in an uplifting way. If you are feeling down - just play this song and rock out with a hairbrush, as a microphone of course :)



"Firework" - Katy Perry



Do you ever feel like a plastic bag

Drifting throught the wind

Wanting to start again



Do you ever feel, feel so paper thin

Like a… Continue

Added by Jocelyn on February 12, 2011 at 10:34pm — 2 Comments

My new wig!

My first wig!

Well here it is!! I got one today and so far I love it! It seems to fit well, minor adjustments needed and buzzing my hair tomorrow(well actually my mom is going to do it for me).

Let me know what you think!

Added by Julie G on February 12, 2011 at 4:09pm — 7 Comments

Hope

Hi I have been away from AW for a while sorry tons of stuff going on. The good news is that I have started to see new hair growth and the hair that I had left seems to be growing too. I am very hopeful that it will continue to grow. I have not been wearing my wig. I got tired of that switched to a hat. The wig was giving me headaches. I hope everyone here is doing good. Hope to hear from you guys soon. With God everything is possible. Take care.

Added by zeida on February 12, 2011 at 10:55am — No Comments

Wig consult #2 is today...wish me luck

Well today is my second consult for a wig, hopefully she has more styles/colors that fit me and that I like. I am hoping to walk out today with my new do but will be ok if I have to wait(but only a little longer). I also found a wig shop that is down the street from the salon that I am going to that carries the brand of wigs that I like from the styles I see online, Rene of Paris. So if I don't find anything at the salon, I might swing by the wig store and see if I can find anything… Continue

Added by Julie G on February 12, 2011 at 7:30am — 4 Comments

Worms?

Pity Party for 1?



Im pretty sick today, sick of looking like i do.

This is going to sound rediculous, but why cant i look like everyoe else?!!



Valentines Day is soon.

Sarcastic Super.



Most of the time i honesly dont mind being bald. But lately i REALLY mind.



I dont think people really think of me differently, but i really just want to not even have to think, 'hey, that person treated me normal!'



I AM NORMAL!!

i dont have… Continue

Added by whitney rose on February 10, 2011 at 7:18pm — 7 Comments

I was ok with this until about fifteen minutes ago.

I had made plans yesterday to have side bangs cut to cover up new patches in the front of my scalp. Luckily my husband fell asleep and I didn't wind up going. See, I have been dealing with alopecia on and off since I was 16, I am now 25. Lately my hair has been falling out more and more often. Currently I have about and inch and a half of regrowth in one patch at the front of my head, and a bald spot that is just beginning to regrow right next to it. I had come to terms with the fact that no… Continue

Added by Rachell on February 10, 2011 at 1:45pm — 5 Comments

Time for a two month update





I initially lost my first bit of hair in August. Diagnosed in October. Took pictures in October, December, and now February. (every 2 months)



I had steroid injections on October 3rd, but opted not to have them anymore, since my insurance did not cover Alopecia. I noticed new growth, though no color to it, but do not know if it was due to the injections or… Continue

Added by Diana Carter on February 9, 2011 at 3:44pm — 10 Comments

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