Developed in the early 19th century by German physician Samuel Hahnemann, homeopathy is the biggest branch of "alternative medicine" worldwide. Homeopathy is well known and prescribed also by the medical profession especially in Europe and India. After being persecuted by influencial politicians and shareholders of the pharmaceutical industry in the U.S. at the beginning of the 20th century, homeopathy started it's comeback in Northern America in the 1970's. Hahnemann developed a gentle and permanent cure for ailments of all kinds. Homeopathic remedies are very affordable and far below costs of any orthodox medicines. Other than orthodox medicine, homeopathy doesn't suppress symptoms but cures them by activating the body's own healing abilities. When used correctly, it is safe for infants, children and the whole family.
Homeopathy in Pre-and Postnatal Care
Homeopathy is a holistic gentle, rapid and permanent cure for your ailments and especially effective during pregancy and the postpartum period, applied by many homeopaths, naturopaths, doulas and midwives around the world. If taken according to your homeopath's advice homeopathic remedies are safe for mother and baby and can also help ease the pain during birth and make transition easier for you to cope. You might find homeopathy very helpful in following ailments (and many more...):

Samuel Hahnemann, founder and developer of homeopathy, April, 10,1755-July,2, 1843
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