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Baby and toddler case-taking

When I first qualified I had very limited experience of babies in general, and absolutely none of treating them with homeopathy. During my sitting-in hours I had seen a couple of babies being treated but hadn’t really gleaned much about the best way to take a case.

I recall my first baby case. Mum brought in a 4 month old baby who was frequently getting red ears. I looked at the baby and he looked at me and I wondered where on earth to start! I remember thinking “someone should write a book about treating babies and children”. Every year I repeat this to the students who come to me for tutorial sessions, in the hope that one of them will undertake it as a final year project but so far none of them has. So I am writing it myself to help other homeopaths, particularly those, like me, who have had limited experience of babies.

Treating alcohol dependency with homeopathy

Alcohol consumption in the UK is increasing and is estimated to be responsible for 33,000 deaths per annum, some in conjunction with other factors. While rates of liver disease are falling across the rest of Europe, the UK is seeing rising rates of liver disease.

Natural approaches for treating eczema

Although rarely life-threatening, eczema can be extremely distressing for the sufferer. Not only can it be incredibly itchy and uncomfortable, it can be unsightly which is upsetting for those with the condition. However, there are natural treatments available which can help achieve real improvements in your skin.

Aching, painful joints? Natural ways to treat arthritis

Arthritis is a generic term which is often used to describe both rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Each condition differs in its medical definition and treatment but the holistic treatment can apply to both conditions and to gout as well.

Treating children and babies naturally

Many people first develop an interest in homeopathy and other complementary therapies when they see the amazing effects they can have on the health of their children. Homeopathy is a safe and natural form of treatment, and is very effective for all sorts of ailments. It is perfectly safe even for new-born babies. Next time your child has an acute illness, why not try homeopathy instead of reaching for the Calpol? It is a much gentler treatment and incredibly effective.

New year detox

Many of us make resolutions to get fit, lose weight and eat more healthily when January approaches, particularly after the excesses of the Christmas and New Year celebrations.

Natural Treatments for Hayfever

During spring and early summer, many people experience sneezing, a runny or stuffy nose and streaming or itching eyes, as the level of pollens in the air increase. For some, hayfever is merely an inconvenience, but for severe sufferers the symptoms can be quite debilitating. Conventional treatment is usually the use of anti-histamines, which are commonly available over the counter from pharmacies. The main drawback with many anti-histamines is that they can make you drowsy – not much good if you are trying to work or are sitting exams.

Menopausal Hot Flushes

For many women, hot flushes are not only inconvenient – they can also be embarrassing and may stop you getting a good night’s sleep too. Poor quality sleep can, in turn, result in irritability, poor memory and even digestive problems. While many who have not experienced hot flushes dismiss them as inconsequential, for those who do experience them they can be a major problem: care has to be taken over which clothes to wear so that layers can be removed as the flushes occur; often the face and neck colours, which can be mistaken for embarrassment or awkwardness – which can be embarrassing itself. Moreover, if flushes coincide with the onset of the menopause (the most usual time for them, but not always the reason), this can represent a difficult time emotionally for women, as they come to terms with a new stage beginning in their lives.