Published : 2023-07-20

Homeopathy and baby sleep: natural remedies to soothe your baby

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IN THIS ARTICLE :

What is homeopathy?
Is it safe for babies?
How to give a homeopathic remedy to your baby
Homeopathy for baby sleep: what to know

Yesterday, a friend mentioned a miracle remedy that helped her little one sleep peacefully. She quickly pulled out a small kit containing some mysterious little pellets said to soothe her baby’s troubles and promote better sleep…

She briefly explained that it’s a gentle, natural therapy called homeopathy. But what exactly is it? Is it safe for my baby? Can homeopathy really help improve my baby’s sleep?

If you’re asking yourself these kinds of questions, you’re in the right place! Together, we’ll walk through the key things you need to know to help your baby drift off like an angel. Homeopathy for baby sleep—let’s explore how it works!

What is homeopathy?

Homeopathy is a form of gentle natural medicine, most commonly available as sugar-based pellets or tiny granules. But it can also come in the form of creams, gels, or drops. Developed in the late 18th century, homeopathy is based on three core principles:

The principle of similarity: In homeopathy, the active ingredient is chosen based on its ability to produce symptoms similar to those the patient is experiencing.

But here’s the key: it's used in extremely small doses. Something that would cause symptoms in a healthy person can actually become a remedy when diluted! For example, someone with an insect bite may be given Apis mellifica (derived from bee venom). A restless, irritable child might be soothed with Coffea (a highly diluted form of coffee).

L’infinitésimalité : Infinitesimality: The substances used in homeopathy are prescribed in extremely low doses to ensure they are non-toxic. The active ingredient undergoes a dilution process, often to the hundredth degree. This means that one drop of the substance is mixed with 99 drops of solvent. This results in a remedy at a 1CH potency.

Following the same principle, to create a 2CH remedy, you simply take one drop of the 1CH solution and mix it again with 99 drops of solvent. Finally, the mixture is shaken to energize it and activate the healing power of the remedy.

Holistic approach: Homeopathy treats the individual as a whole. This means that two people with the same symptoms may receive completely different homeopathic remedies.

Simply put, a homeopath considers two main factors: the child’s “constitution” (how their body naturally responds to illness), and their “profile” (which includes personality traits, body type, and medical history). There are many different profiles, and only a consultation with a trained homeopath can determine your child’s specific profile with confidence.

Is it safe for babies?

Homeopathy can be used by everyone and at any age.

Used by over 53% of French people (according to a 2010 Ipsos study for Boiron Laboratories), it is particularly well-suited for children. While many conventional medications are not recommended for young children, homeopathy is completely risk-free.

In fact, a baby will receive the same treatment as an adult if they share the same symptoms and profile. There’s no need to adjust the dosage or adapt the remedy! This is why homeopathy is widely used for self-care, thanks to its non-toxic nature.

However, some doctors remain skeptical, arguing that the high level of dilution makes the active ingredient practically ineffective. To be marketed, a homeopathic remedy must only prove its safety—not its therapeutic effectiveness. So while homeopathy is safe, it should ideally be used with the guidance of a trained homeopath. If symptoms persist, it’s important to consult a doctor. Finally, self-treatment is not recommended for unusual symptoms or more severe conditions.

How to give a homeopathic remedy to your baby?

Giving your baby a homeopathic remedy is very simple! Just dissolve 5 pellets in a bit of water in their bottle before feeding.

Here are a few examples of homeopathic remedies often used for baby sleep – but every child is different, so always consult your homeopath first!

Baby has trouble falling asleep and seems anxious at bedtime: Phosphorus 9CH
Baby is overly excited and can’t settle down: Coffea 9CH
Baby has frequent nightmares: Stramonium 15CH

Homeopathy for my child’s sleep

Your child is overstimulated: Ignatia Amara 7CH: high stress
Valeriana 7CH: nervousness or hypersensitivity
Gelsemium 9CH: stage fright or anxiety

Your child is stressed: Nux Vomica 9CH: trouble falling asleep and night waking
Gelsemium 9CH: stage fright or anxiety
Staphysagria 9CH: hypersensitivity, anxiety
Passiflora compound: disrupted sleep

Your child is afraid of being alone: Arsenicum Album 7CH: night waking, fear of being alone
Causticum 9CH: fear of the dark, fear of being alone
Lycopodium 7CH: fear of having nightmares

Your child has nightmares: Stramonium 5CH

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