The oral contraceptive pill (OCP) causes huge health problems in women. The Depo-Pravera contraceptive injection has massive health implications. Both use synthetic hormones which bludgeon our delicate and subtle, natural hormones. Both are now being linked to an increase in breast cancer.
Homoeopaths routinely see problems women experience after being on the pill, from difficulty conceiving, to problems in general health to increased menopausal symptoms.
There are natural alternatives to this way of birth control, apart from using condoms. The Billings method is a natural form of contraception without taking temperature, using the rhythm method or using other devices or drugs. For more information see See The Billings website Billings Life. and Natural Methods. For those in Western Australia, the Billings phone number is 1800 819 841 or nationally 1800 335 860.
This photo is of the plant Pulsatilla - a remedy used extensively in pregnancy and young children
Natural Fertility
Homoeopathic treatment can go a long way in helping you achieve conception. However, there are many important areas where you can enhance your chances of falling pregnant, where you can support your homoeopathic treatment. Click here to see what you can do to help achieve this.
Natural Birth
Having babies is one of the most natural processes in the world. There is far too much medical intervention in the whole process, and this only causes more problems later. Treating pregnancy as a natural event is best for both mother and baby. Any problems which occur during pregnancy can be dealt with safely and effectively using homoeopathic treatment.
Midwives know far more about giving birth than do most obstetricians. Home deliveries with a midwife are less stressful with fewer complications than hospital deliveries.
A useful web sites is a UK based midwives organisation www.radmid.demon.co.uk
Post Partrum - A Good Start
There are many things to consider when you have a baby.
Do you have your baby vaccinated with Vitamin K at birth?
Do you have your baby vaccinated with Hepatitis B at birth?
What foods should a breast-feeding mother eat or avoid?
The Australian Vaccination Network has a great deal of information on the content and reactions of routine vaccinations. They are tireless in their efforts to keep our options open and free from enforced vaccination.
Birth International, www.birthinternational.com is a great web site to check out on all things about babies. Breast-Feeding, the Babies Choice by Ann-Marie Widstrom (video), Breast Feeding Matters by Maureen Minchin (book) are available from them.
The best way to initial a good breast feeding program is at birth. It is essential that the mother is not hurried, as is frequently done in a busy hospital.
Reference
Information here has been gained from Patricia Hatherly, a lactation consultant and homoeopath practising in Queensland. You can visit her web site on www.patriciahatherly.com
