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Using homeopathy for labour and birth
By Maria Muennich on 19/11/2008 01:37:53
What homeopathy is, how it works and how to find out more
What is homeopathy and how does it work?Homeopathy has a mixed reception in UK medical circles: Some doctors see homeopathy as complementary to traditional medicine and may even practice themselves, others may dismiss it out of hand as nonsense
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Alternative therapies in pregnancy
By Debra Stottor on 16/02/2009 00:06:01
An at-a-glance guide to the alternative therapies that can help you during pregnancy
.Find out more: www.britreflex.co.uk www.aor.org.uk HomeopathyBased on the principle that a little of what is making you ill can cure you, homeopathic medicines come in minute doses, which will trigger your body’s natural healing system. As a result
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Pain killers in pregnancy
By Laura Lee Davies on 26/04/2007 01:44:26
During pregnancy, back ache, sore limbs, headaches and other discomforts might tempt you to pain killers, but what is safe?
, unless a GP knows that your own condition is up to taking it.If you sometimes use essential oils or homeopathy for pain and stress relief, you should also treat any such treatments with extreme caution and seek professional advice, or go to a good
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Pain relief in labour: an overview
By Maria Muennich on 05/11/2009 00:08:11
Expectant mums now have a wide range of choice when it comes to coping with labour, whether through medical relief, alternative therapies or both
...Massage - Massage can be of great help in helping deal with early labour pains, not least because of the sense of support and intimacy from your birthing partner giving the massage, but also because of the oils that can be used. Find out more...Homeopathy - Some
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Turning a breech baby
By ThinkBaby on 11/10/2009 01:10:35
Although babies usually move to be head downwards, ready for the birth, during the last few weeks of pregnancy, can they be 'turned' if they presenting in a breech position?
is regularly stimulated with a heated needle, moxibustion or massage.Hypnotherapy - There's some evidence that women who use deep-relaxation methods in the final weeks of pregnancy have a higher chance of a breech baby turning. Homeopathy - Probably the most
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CDs for Pregnancy, Birth and Motherhood
By Laura Lee Davies on 01/07/2008 01:04:22
Butterfly Sounds are CDs aimed at helping you prepare and get through the challenges of birth and new parenthood
, there are many ways in which you can approach birth and keep things more natural.Methods like Natal Hypnotherapy carry many women through the trials of everything from morning sickness to birth. There are also ways in which massage and homeopathy can relieve
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Birth stories: Labour without drugs
By Michaela Kennard on 21/04/2008 10:08:26
Conventional pain relief? Not for us!
’ birth as a great experience. It all went so well, without medical intervention or drugs, and I was able to have the home birth I had dreamed of. I would recommend homeopathy in labour to anyone.’Where to get it Helios homeopathic birthing kits:28 safe
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Stocking your first-aid kit
By Maria Muennich on 18/09/2007 07:18:48
Essentials for your family's first-aid kit, useful products and helpful tips
irritation caused by minor cuts, scrapes, sunburn and insect bites and to cool the skin and treat inflammation on bruises and sprains. Good used as a cold compress. Available as a liquid or in gel and cream forms. Arnica - used widely in homeopathy, arnica
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What is a breech birth?
By ThinkBaby on 06/06/2007 00:17:09
What does it mean if my baby is breech, can anything be done to turn her, and will I need a caesarian if she doesn't turn head-down before term?
. Homeopathy - Probably the most contentious of all complementary therapies. If you're interested in homeopathic treatment you should consult a qualified homeopath.
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Embarrassing Pregnancy Discomforts Part 2
By ThinkBaby on 13/07/2009 01:04:05
Expecting a baby is exciting - but can also bring embarrassing little niggles like constipation and varicose veins! Here's our guide to how to overcome your discomforts.
to swell and partially block the airways. What to do Homeopathy to ease congestion can be helpful, but make sure you see a qualified homeopath. Helen Savill, specialist in natural approaches to women’s health at Oeuf Clinic and Therapy Rooms (www
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