Don’t Keep Your Hair On with Tami Wong

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Helen Norbury and Tami Wong hero female baldness.

Tami Wong has lived with alopecia since age 15. She shares her emotional journey from the onset of her condition, through years of hiding and insecurity, to ultimately embracing her hair loss and empowering other women.

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Tami and Helen discuss societal beauty standards, the stigma surrounding female hair loss, the power of community, and how Tami transformed her struggle into a mission of advocacy and support. Tami’s story is a powerful testament to the importance of self-acceptance and authenticity.

Tami Wong has lived with alopecia since she was 15. With a BA in Psychology, she spent two decades in healthcare— first in physical therapy and later in biotech operations and patient advocacy. In September 2024, Tami founded Hair Loss Pride, a business dedicated to empowering women and teens with hair loss. She shares her journey and expertise on Instagram and TikTok as @hairlosspride. Tami is also the bestselling author of the children’s book Hair Pride.

Episode Highlights:

00:42 Tami Wong has alopecia

01:12 Tami's teenage struggles with hair loss

02:42 The emotional impact of alopecia

06:40 Finding love and acceptance

08:15 Breaking the silence and sharing her story

11:39 Embracing wigs and building confidence

13:48 Empowering others and writing hair pride

23:11 The power of social media and community

26:08 Final thoughts and words of encouragement

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