By Tessa Finney-Brown and Inez Hanson<\/p>\n
Pregnancy <\/strong><\/p>\n Whether your first or your fifth pregnancy, each baby brings a new and different experience. Even the healthiest of pregnancies can sometimes be troubled by uncomfortable niggles, such as heartburn or constipation. Over the next 10 weeks we’ll be bringing you an insight into 5 of the most common concerns, and ways to treat them through Naturopathy and Homeopathy.<\/p>\n Morning Sickness<\/strong><\/p>\n Estimates suggest that between 50 and 70% of women will experience morning sickness during their pregnancy. It usually begins around the fourth week and resolves by week 12, although an unlucky few will continue to have symptoms further into the pregnancy. Most women experience nausea, loss of appetite and vomiting, which is worse in the morning, but may persist throughout the day.<\/p>\n Whilst the actual cause is not known, experts believe that morning sickness may be brought on by high levels of hormones in the body and altered blood pressure. Changes in carbohydrate metabolism and excess stomach acid may also be to blame.<\/p>\n Naturopathic treatment<\/strong><\/p>\n Natural remedies can be quite effective, although different things work for different women, so you may need to try a few or talk with a naturopath to identify what is best for you.<\/p>\n Homeopathic Treatment<\/strong><\/p>\n Relief from morning sickness can be only a few doses away with the right homeopathic remedy prescribed individually by a registered homeopath.<\/p>\n Homeopathy uses various natural substances in highly diluted doses to gently stimulate and work with the body to adjust the underlying imbalance that is causing symptoms. Remedies may be given in drops or in pills that are dissolved in the mouth. It has a long track record of being safe to use during pregnancy.<\/p>\n For the most immediate relief of morning sickness, the remedy needs to be chosen according to your symptoms so that it can stimulate and adjust the underlying imbalances that are causing your nausea and vomiting.\u00a0 For instance, does smelling food that you would normally like make your nausea worse? Is your nausea worse when you are in a stuffy room?\u00a0 Are you unable to keep any liquid or solid food down? Is your nausea continuous both day and night without vomiting?\u00a0 Your homeopath will prescribe a remedy based on individual symptoms such as these.\u00a0 The most common remedies prescribed are Sepia, Pulsatilla, Nux Vomica, Tabacum, Ipecac and Symphoricarpum racemosa – strange names that are usually the Latin term for the natural substance that the remedy is made from.<\/p>\n When prescribed correctly, the relief can be immediate and often the pregnant woman feels better at the end of the consultation if she has had the chance to have a few doses of the remedy.\u00a0 Interested? visit www.inezhanson.com.au to learn more about how homeopathy can help you and your new born baby!<\/p>\n Other suggestions?<\/strong><\/p>\n Some women find that acupuncture, or wearing acupressure wrist bands is quite a helpful remedy. Others suggest that meditation may also help with nausea.<\/p>\n A final note.<\/strong><\/p>\n Severe morning sickness is known as hyperemesis gravidarium<\/em>, in which a woman experiences repeated vomiting, weight loss and dehydration. This is a serious condition and requires medical attention.<\/p>\n About the Authors.<\/strong><\/p>\n Tessa Finney-Brown is a Naturopath and published author. Amongst other areas, she has a keen interest in women\u2019s health, including pregnancy and pre-conception issues. Inez Hanson is a registered homeopath who is in demand due to her unique understanding of the many health and emotional issues that can be experienced by women, children and men. She has a special interest in fertility, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and natural family healthcare. By Tessa Finney-Brown and Inez Hanson Pregnancy Whether your first or your fifth pregnancy, each baby brings a new and different experience. Even the healthiest of pregnancies can sometimes be troubled by uncomfortable niggles, such as heartburn or constipation. Over … Continue reading \n
\nClick here to visit Tessa\u2019s website: www.tessafinneybrown.com.au<\/a><\/p>\n
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