Extremely dilute amounts of substances are used which, if given in larger amounts would actually cause the symptoms which the remedy is intended to treat. The remedies are usually taken as tablets but they do not work in the same way as conventional drugs. It is believed that the remedies contain an energy force which is released from the original substance during the production process of repeated dilution and vigorous shaking; the more dilute the remedy, the more powerful it will be. Homeopaths believe that pregnancy is a normal life event and aim to encourage your body to work efficiently, adapting treatment according to your individual needs.

At first you may feel slightly worse before you start getting better, but this is normal and usually indicates that the remedies are working effectively. Research has shown that homeopathy may be useful for women with infertility or menopausal symptoms. Arnica to relieve pain, bruising and infection after surgery or injury has also been studied although the results are inconclusive. Homeopathy is a very gentle therapy, but it is also very powerful, so it important to use it correctly.

Homeopathy to be effective has to take the whole person into account, all their background information is vital to prescribing the correct remedy to treat their condition.