Bay Area Homeopathy » Children

Benefits for Children

randy — Sun, 07 Jun 2009 23:59:14 +0000

Your child is unique to us. We take the time to get to know your child and to choose a remedy that is based on their specific expression of symptoms. Which is to say, your child may get a different remedy than another child with the same condition because we treat each child individually. Some examples of uniqueness used in homeopathic casetaking are: response to stress, body temperature, food cravings, perspiration, sleeping habits, activity choices and physical symptoms and physique.

A balanced child is a happy child

Treats inherited tendencies to disease, those that are seen to run in families
Safely strengthens the child’s immature immune system, unlike traditional medicines which weaken the body
Heals recurring illnesses such as ear infections, skin conditions and asthma because it treats the root of the problem: the underlying energetic imbalance
Treats behavorial difficulties (ADHD, aggression, etc.) without adverse side effects such as those found in psychotropic drugs
Easy to administer and tastes great
Adequate time is spent to truly understand the child

Why They Respond Well

lisette — Sun, 07 Jun 2009 23:58:35 +0000

The overuse of antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs, steroids and vaccinations can cause serious problems later in life because they prevent the strengthening of the child’s healing mechanisms. Children respond especially well to homeopathic treatment because they have not endured years of suppressive treatments and the stressors in most adult lives today. Typically their defense mechanisms are in great working order. Some common childhood illnesses that can be successfully treated homeopathically include:

recurrent infections of all kinds: ear, throat, respiratory
frequent colds
asthma
skin conditions: eczema, impetigo, acne
constipation, diarrhea
teething discomfort
behavioral problems: ADD, hyperactivity, aggression, violent outbursts
depression and anxiety

The risks associated with childhood vaccinations have become a concern to many health care providers and parents. These web sites provide information to help you decide about vaccinations for your child as well as alternative treatments for common childhood illnesses:

www.909shot.com
www.hpakids.org/holistic-health/categories/Vaccines/
www.mothering.com

Newborns and Infants

lisette — Tue, 10 Oct 2006 19:30:46 +0000

As a parent, giving strong medicines to a newborn or infant is always a worry. Homeopathy can provide a safe alternative to help solve some of these early life problems:

Colic
Rejecting mother’s milk
Allergies to milk and formula
Diaper rash
Diarrhea
Sleep disturbance
Eczema
Teething

Teething Infant
Male, 6 month old, starting to teethe, has diarrhea, runny nose, drooling and disturbed sleep. He also started to exhibit angry behavior by hitting his mother.

Treatment
Two doses of Chamomilla alleviated the bothersome physical symptoms and returned him to his normal happy self.

Problem Behaviors

lisette — Sat, 07 Oct 2006 13:49:59 +0000

Homeopathy is an excellent alternative to the many drugs used to treat children with hyperactivity, depression, aggression, anxiety and attention difficulties. The remedies address the root of the problem, not just the symptoms that are exhibited. They are safe, non-narcotic medicines which enhance overall health while addressing the problem areas.