By Kirsty Richards
The twelve tissue-salts are the body’s architects, designers, builders, and maintenance engineers. They weave the very pattern of life and their harmonious functioning is essential to that happy, balanced state we call HEALTH – from the Biochemic Handbook
During pregnancy, the baby requires nutrients which it gets at the expense of the mother. Tissue salts are non-toxic and completely safe to use during pregnancy.
About the individual salts
Calc Fluor is excellent for bone development and is an important component of connective tissue, improving its elasticity. This quality makes it helpful in the prevention of stretch marks. It also supports the circulatory system, therefore helping to prevent varicose veins and haemorrhoids.
Mag Phos is known as the ‘homeopathic aspirin’ due to its affinity for the nerves and muscles. It can greatly reduce the chance of heartburn and cramps.
Ferrum Phos aids the oxygenation of the blood and helps prevent the need for extra iron, especially towards the end of a pregnancy when many women become anaemic. Prescription iron tablets commonly lead to uncomfortable constipation, so if you can keep your iron levels up naturally, you can hopefully avoid the need for them.
Mag Phos is known as the ‘homeopathic aspirin’ due to its affinity for the nerves and muscles. It can greatly reduce the chance of heartburn and cramps.
Nat Mur influences the water balance of the body. Using this cell salt helps to balance all the fluids in the body lessening the likelihood of swollen ankles and fingers. It also helps to maintain even blood pressure and supports the nerves and muscles.
Silica is a vital constituent of hair, nails, teeth, and skin. It contributes to the overall strength of both mother and baby.
Recommended monthly program for each month of pregnancy
Take one tablet of each of the following in a 6x potency twice a day (morning and evening):
Month 1: Calc Fluor 6x, Mag Phos 6x, Ferr Phos 6x
Month 2: Calc Fluor 6x, Mag Phos 6x, Ferr Phos 6x
Month 3: Calc Fluor 6x, Mag Phos 6x, Nat Mur 6x
Month 4: Calc Fluor 6x, Nat Mur 6x, Silica 6x
Month 5: Calc Fluor 6x, Ferr Phos 6x, Silica 6x
Month 6: Calc Fluor 6x, Mag Phos 6x, Ferr Phos 6x
Month 7: Calc Fluor 6x, Mag Phos 6x, Nat Mur 6x
Month 8: Calc Fluor 6x, Nat Mur 6x, Silica 6x
Month 9: Calc Fluor 6x, Ferr Phos 6x, Silica 6x
Seeing the success of Homeopathy during her pregnancy journey inspired Kirsty Richards to become a Homeopath and in 2010, she graduated as DipHomNZ. She’s based on Waiheke Island and works with women throughout Aotearoa and worldwide via Zoom. You can find out more on her website www.wholebeinghealth.co.nz and connect with her on Facebook and Instagram.
If you are already on aspirin (for preeclampsia prevention) is it safe to take cell salts?
Is nat phos safe to take in pregnancy to relieve reflux/indigestion symptoms? or is there another tissue salt that will help with this?