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Comment by sarojas1 on August 25, 2013 at 11:42pm

I really love your idea Dena!!! I felt exactly as you did with my baby girl who lost her hair same age. Helen please believe us when we say your daughters understanding will come with time, love, and great communication. She will be your biggest fan and motivator.

Comment by Tim Irvine on August 25, 2013 at 11:42pm

My daughters are teens now and I remember explaining to them why I did not have hair. They never blinked or acted like it was anything they were ashamed of. I have used it to teach them to not pick on people because they are different, and to always stand up for those who are unwilling, or unable to stand up for themselves. I know in time you will feel more at ease and once you normalize Alopecia for you (not an easy thing to do) those around you will roll with it. Best of luck!!

Comment by Tovah on August 25, 2013 at 11:41pm

I knew that when my nieces were asking about my hair loss, their (naturally) concern was that they would get this also.

You sound like a great mom. She's not going to remember the fact you were bald; but she WILL remember that you took time to be with her and be a wonderful role model.

Comment by Dena on August 25, 2013 at 11:29pm

I am so sorry you are going through this. One of the things I missed most about my daughter losing her hair was when she use to sit in my lap at night after a bath and I would comb out her hair. It wasn't even something I realized I enjoyed so much until it was taken away from me. She now has wigs and we play hair salon with them. Put a bright pink wig on and your daughter will love it. It is actually more fun, because she can change your look to anything she wants. Plus she can put them on and play too. All of my daughters little friends love to come over and play dress up at our house. We also do temporary tattoos. Buy a couple of cheap wigs and let your daughter pick out your hair for the fashion show. The don't have to be anything expensive. Young kids don't know the difference. Buy a bunch of cheap hats or scarves. My daughter loves scarves. I know it won't be the same as you had with your Mom, but that doesn't mean you can't have fun. Just in a different way. Losing your hair really makes you have to look at things differently. I know it is hard and it isn't fair. Alopecia just sucks. I wish you the best.

Comment by Helen on August 25, 2013 at 11:17pm

You speak many of my feelings. It is very difficult. Your daughter will understand and will love you just the same.

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