Ana Peleteiro shows effects of alopecia in the final weeks of pregnancy. At 33 weeks pregnant, Ana Peleteiro has openly shared a new bout of alopecia. The athlete linked the condition to recent stress and did not hide any details. Her honesty and response to challenges during pregnancy are now being widely discussed online.
Spanish show business is once again talking about Ana Peleteiro — this time not because of athletic achievements, but because of a personal revelation she made at the very end of her second trimester of pregnancy. At 33 weeks while expecting her son Leon, the athlete decided to share on social media something many would prefer to hide: a new patch of alopecia on her head, caused by stress and hormonal changes.
Open about the challenges
Peleteiro did not shy away from the subject and explained that she first experienced similar hair problems back in 2020, when her stress levels were particularly high. At that time, she noticed the first bald patches due to emotional strain and surges in cortisol. Now, several years later and after a difficult period connected to the loss of a child, history has repeated itself: a new small bald spot appeared about three weeks ago.
This time, the athlete chose not to hide the changes in her appearance and even called the situation "my drama of the month." She emphasized that for her it’s not an issue of aesthetics but rather a reason to reflect on her own state and the limitations imposed by pregnancy. According to Ana, any hair loss treatments are now off limits, and she has temporarily given up her usual hairstyles and extensions to avoid damaging her scalp.
Stress and restrictions
Peleteiro links the new episode of alopecia to a stressful March, when her stress levels once again reached their limit. She recalled that a similar situation had already happened after a difficult experience—the loss of her child last year. Back then, according to her memories, a small bald patch also appeared, and moments like these have become a kind of indicator of internal tension for her.
This time, the athlete decided not to dramatize the situation and even approached it with irony, noting that if this is her main problem of the month—it means she's lucky. Nevertheless, she does not hide it: she is concerned not only about the current alopecia, but also about possible postpartum hair loss, which she already experienced after the birth of her daughter Lua.
Pregnancy is under control
Along with discussing her alopecia, Peleteiro spoke about a recent deterioration in her well-being. A few days ago she appeared in stories from the hospital and admitted that she felt intense fatigue, headache, and nausea. After some rest, her condition only worsened: the athlete noticed blurred vision and 'black spots' in front of her eyes. The doctors decided not to take any risks and sent her for additional tests to rule out preeclampsia—one of the dangerous complications of pregnancy. Fortunately, after all the checks, no threat was confirmed, but Peleteiro admitted that the past few days were difficult and that several more follow-up tests are ahead.
Honesty as a trend
Ana Peleteiro's openness about her health and personal challenges has not gone unnoticed. Spanish media note that such honesty is becoming the new norm among public figures. Not long ago, a similarly candid gesture was discussed in the story of Rocío Muñoz Martín, who shared details of her pregnancy and her loved ones’ reactions. Peleteiro, despite all the restrictions and anxieties, continues to share not only joys but also difficult moments with her followers, without trying to sugarcoat reality.
According to Divinity, the athlete and her partner Benjamin Compaoré are expecting their second child after a painful loss, making this stage especially meaningful for them. Attention to details that typically remain behind the scenes only increases interest in their story and sparks a wave of support on social media.
