Since starting on my birth work journey, my knowledge and understanding of homeopathy has expanded and I'm delighted that I now have the ability to share this with the muma's I support to help give them relief, if and where needed throughout their pregnancy, birth and beyond.
So what is homeopathy and how does it work? Homeopathy has scientific roots, which were discovered and establish by the medic Samuel Hehnemann in the 18-19th century. Having worked as a chemist and not holding true faith in the medicines he was working with, Samuel searched and gained a more positive way of supporting the body, mind and soul to heal itself naturally. Homeopathy works on the approved basis that like heals like, which was his adaption of his understanding on the 'law of similars'. And so the wonderful world of homeopathy was born.
The remedies themselves are highly diluted tinctures of various strengths. The remedy holds a vibration of specific substances known to treat individual symptoms. The client will be asked detailed questions to fully understand their constitutional make up and characteristics to pin point their unique remedy for general support or a certain condition. Such a clever and personal approach, unlike medicine we may get from the general doctor, which comes from a one size fits all approach!
So how can this all support a woman on her divine journey to motherhood? Firstly, homeopathy is a completely safe and effective treatment for both mother, baby and to be honest the whole family, pets included!! The remedies compliment the woman as a whole and an individual, they are powerful yet gentle, they are none addictive and they won't cause side affects as some chemical medicines may do!! And if the woman is already on necessary medication, homeopathy can be used along side these safely.
In pregnancy homeopathy can be used for common ailments such as morning sickness, constipation, fatigue, heart burn, indigestion, backache, siatica, teeth issues, swollen feet/ankles, and any fear or anxiety about her journey ahead. They can also support the development of the growing fetus and give the mother extra vitality whilst she gives so much energy to growing her beautiful baby!
During labour and the birth, homeopathy can assist with the huge demand of energy exertion. Provide relief from any soreness, help with weak or strong contractions. Soften the cervix in preparation for the babies arrival. Give extra energy if fatigue is proving too overwhelming, especially in long labours. Although ideally each mum should be given the time and space to go her full term, with the baby being granted the opportunity to arrive when he or she is ready! If there is the threat of intervention and induced labour, homeopathy offers a safer and natural approach to encouraging their arrival. Homeopathy can also provide emotions with much needed support, helping the woman to feel more present and in control of the situation she is facing.
Once the baby is earthside, homeopathy can still be given to support this whole and maybe new experience. Any signs of shock or following a perhaps traumatic birth, or one which didn't quite follow the idyllic birth planned, there are specific remedies available to support the healing process. Any excessive bleeding, healing wounds, following a c-section or episiotomy and general overall support for healing the body and energy systems of each individual woman.
If this is something you feel would support you during your path to becoming a muma, then please reach out, as I would love to share my knowledge with you and your family. I can offer much more support as your birth attendant, so also please contact me with any questions you may have.
With love and light
Tracy
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