Homeopathy is a holistic form of medicine which powerfully stimulates the body's natural healing ability. It was discovered more than 200 years ago by Dr Samual Hahnemann (1755 - 1843) a German born physician and chemist. It uses the fundamental homeopathic principle that "like cures like". This means that a substance that in large doses causes illness in healthy people, can also be used in minute doses, having a positive effect on people suffering from the same symptoms. An example of this is the remedy Coffea, made from coffee though used to treat an overstimulated mind and sleeplessness. Homeopathy rebalances any disturbance to our "vital force", the living energy that permeates all things.   

The medicines referred to as remedies are made from minute amounts of substances obtained mostly from plants, minerals and the animal kingdom. Homeopathic remedies can be safely used by people of all ages and medical conditions and also by animals. They do not interfere with any prescription medication you may be taking and can also be taken alongside supplements.  
 
Homeopathy can be used for everyday acute ailments such as coughs, colds and flus, as well as general first aid. It is safe and effective for many common complaints associated with pregnancy such as morning sickness and can be used during labour and the post natal period including while breastfeeding. 

Children often respond really well to homeopathy and it is a great way to support your child's health naturally. Best of all homeopathic remedies have little to no taste so it is easy to get children to take remedies. Some of the uses for homeopathy with children include colic, reflux, ear infections, respiratory tract infections, croup, eczema, asthma, picky eating, sleep problems, anxiety and behavioural issues. Contact Jo today to discuss booking your child in for a homeopathy consultation (though at the moment it will be with one of her colleagues who works with her at The Bethlehem Health Shop)