family health
Natural Therapeutics provides excellence in health care for the whole family; from newborns, infants and children, to pre- and post-natal mums and,
of course, dads! We can also assist those wanting to start a family with pre-conception care and fertility management.
Many of our qualified health practitioners offer specific treatments for both mother and baby, from homoeopathy and herbal medicine to nutrition,
osteopathy, shiatsu and acupuncture. Counselling is also available for children, adolescents and parents.
Most ailments common to pregnancy and childhood can be alleviated by natural therapies, and in the hands of the fully qualified and experienced
practitioners, you can enjoy safe and effective treatment.
Baby and Child Health
Natural therapies are an ideal method of treating babies and children, as they avoid introducing unnecessary chemicals into their delicate
systems. They are also an effective way to avoid the side effects often associated with pharmaceutical medication.
Many illnesses common in children and babies can be successfully and quickly treated with homoeopathic and herbal medicine. Ailments that
respond well to natural medicine are:
Colic
Colds and flu
Coughs
Diarrhoea
Vomiting
Teething
Conjunctivitis
Sleeping problems
Allergies, such as asthma, eczema and hayfever
Behavioural problems
Recurrent illnesses can be prevented with the use of homoeopathy and herbal remedies, by supporting the immune system and implementing good
nutrition. In this way a child's natural resistance to illness can be supported and strengthened.
Homoeopathy is a simple and effective way to treat not only physical ailments but also addresses emotional upsets and behavioural problems.
Natural Therapeutics also offers homoeopathic first aid kits. This is an easy way to treat minor ailments and mishaps at home, such as:
Cuts and wounds
Burns
Bruises
Insect bites and stings
Travel sickness
Sprains
Shock
We provide vaccination support for babies and children, ensuring that the immune system is functioning at an optimal level, to reduce
any side effects, and we also treat any symptoms that may occur as a result of vaccinations, facilitating a quick recovery.
Pre- and post-natal care
Many women want and need to avoid pharmaceutical medication during pregnancy. Natural medicine provides a means of treating symptoms
that can arise during pregnancy, that is gentle and non-toxic for both mother and baby. Homoeopathy, herbal medicine, nutritional medicine,
acupuncture, shiatsu and massage are all beneficial techniques to ensure optimum health during this special time.
Conditions common during pregnancy and while breast-feeding can be successfully treated with natural therapies, and these include:
Nausea and vomiting, also known as "morning sickness"
Heartburn and indigestion
Constipation
Varicose veins
Headaches
Fluid retention
Palpitations
High blood pressure
Backache and leg cramps
Mastitis
Inadequate breast milk supply
Homoeopathic birth kits are also available. The kits are made up of several remedies that are indicated for various problems that
may arise during the childbirth process, such as ineffectual contractions or slowed labour, breech babies, backache, leg cramps,
anxiety and perineal tearing.
Herbal medicine provides an excellent way to prepare for labour, facilitating a safe labour and effective contractions.
Pre- and post-natal massage is an ideal way to make pregnancy and the early stages of motherhood more comfortable. It is an essential
ingredient to enjoying the changes in your body!
