Yes, most hairy babies lose their hair.
Understanding Baby Hair
Many babies are born with a fine, downy hair called lanugo. This hair is usually shed within a few weeks after birth. The timing and extent of shedding vary between babies.
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Lanugo's Disappearance: The provided text states that lanugo typically disappears progressively after the seventh or eighth month of pregnancy, and any remaining lanugo at birth will usually fall out within a few weeks. [Source: Duration of Lanugo]
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Variations: While most babies lose their lanugo, the rate at which this happens can differ. Some babies may retain more lanugo for a longer period.
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Important Note: This refers specifically to lanugo. Other hair growth patterns on a baby's body are different and may follow different developmental timelines.
What Happens to Lanugo?
Lanugo is replaced by vellus hair, which is a finer, softer hair than the thicker terminal hair that eventually grows later in childhood. The process is a normal part of infant development.
