Children’s Health & Wellness

 

I treat the entire family including babies, toddlers, children and teens. Due to being a mother who has been there, done that, and experienced babies not sleeping, reactions from vaccinations, asthma, and food allergies. I understand what it is like to have your child unwell. Check out My Story page to learn about my journey - and it is WHY I went and studied to become a Naturopath & Medical Herbalist.

Natural remedies can offer tremendous benefits for children’s health. Their bodies are sensitive and respond especially well to homeobotanicals, Flower Essences, aromatherapy, homeopathy, herbs and supplements.

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Some ailments that I have experience with and can offer help with are:

Infant & Preschool Years

  • Breastfeeding problems

  • Colic

  • Cradle Cap

  • Ear infections

  • Failure to thrive

  • Jaundice

  • Nappy rash

  • Poor sleeping

  • Teething

School Years

  • Allergies

  • Anxiety

  • Asthma

  • Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

  • Attention deficit disorder (ADD)

  • Dyslexia / Dyscalculia

  • Bed wetting

  • Constipation

  • Coughs and colds

  • Emotions regarding divorce or moving house or changing schools.

  • Food allergies/ Food intolerances

  • Fussy eaters

  • Glue ear & ear infections

  • Learning problems at school

  • Poor sleeping

  • Recurrent infections

  • Sore tummies

  • Tonsillitis

  • Vaccination support

  • Warts

Teen Years

  • Acne

  • Anxiety

  • Exam/study stress support

  • Glandular Fever

  • Headaches/migraines

  • Irregular/painful menstruation (also see Women’s Wellness)

  • Low energy and moodiness

  • Sleep problems

“There is something you must always remember. You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think.”
— A.A. Milne

  Would you like to approach your baby’s, child’s or teen’s concerns from a natural holistic viewpoint?

 
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Holistic medicine deals with the whole person. It does not just look at symptoms, but also emotions, mind, spirit, as well as body. I listen to the mother - she usually can detect when her child is feeling unwell. Healing through natural methods is about correcting the underlying imbalances, which have lead to the condition not merely suppressing the symptoms. I will help your child create an upward spiral back to health where each step builds, shifts and supports him or her on their wellness journey. With the end goal being that you will not need to come back to see me. There are times when it is important to also reach out to your family doctor and I will refer when needed.

I usually use glycerites (glycerin-based tinctures) for children rather than alcohol based tinctures or homeobotanicals . They are rather sweet and taste much better than alcohol tinctures. I get the mother involved in making herbal formulas, eg as an ice block for the baby who is teething, and if breastfeeding, the mother’s milk is a safe and effective way to administer herbs to her child. If the mother is not breastfeeding, herbal teas, tinctures and homeobotanicals can be added to the bottle.