Adela
Stockton

Homeopathy for Pregnancy, Birth,
New Mothers and Babies

Homeopathy is a wonderful tool to access during the childbirth year, whether as a first aid measure in the home or constitutionally, under the guidance of a homeopath, to address deeper issues. I have always felt drawn to its precise yet subtle action, but more especially the way it supports human wellbeing so completely at an emotional, as well as physical, level.

Every remedy has a "picture" made up of keynotes which must match the symptoms of the patient as closely as possible, so as to treat "like with like" and bring about healing. There are thousands of remedies to choose from, some with only subtle differences, meaning that not everyone will need to take the same remedy for the same complaint. Homeopathic treatment is therefore highly specific and individualised.

I have noticed that an integral part of the homeopathic consultation often involves pregnant women or new mothers voicing their anxieties or making a commitment to personal change in attitude or lifestyle. My feeling is that these intentions come every bit hand in hand with any effects the remedy may have, but it is the gentle support of homeopathy that helps with finding the confidence to carry them through.

Using homeopathy is one small way of contributing to de-toxifying the earth. Rather than suppressing complaints with chemical preparations that so often cause unpleasant side effects, homeopathic medicine encourages the expression of symptoms so that they may be cleared out of our systems for good. Our minds and bodies can then thrive and stay well.

Homeopathic consultations take place at a time to suit you and/or your baby and I am happy to do home visits. I prefer to meet you or your baby face to face for the first consultation, but follow-ups can mostly be done by telephone. If your symptoms are urgent, I can do a telephone consultation on a once off basis if required. Please contact me for details of fees - sliding scale available.

Telephone support through labour: you can phone me or ask your partner, midwife or doula to phone me, should you need help with finding a homeopathic remedy at any time during the daylight hours of your labour, even if you have not made contact with me beforehand.