Chillblains

Chilblains. Could a pathology with such a cute name be all that bad? Well, it is only one step away from frost bite, so precautions are necessary. I live in Buffalo where the winters are a delight, but too often we become complacent with winter apparel. So preparation is essential. As in most illnesses, the best cure is to not allow it to happen in the first place. Dressing appropriately and retiring to the indoors before getting too cold is wise. Another safeguard is to eat a diet high in good quality fat such as butter, whole raw milk, whole cheese and cod liver oil. These foods are vital for the health of those who live in cold regions. Think Scandinavia.

The information provided in this article is for educational purposes only and may not be construed as medical advice. The reader is encouraged to make independent inquiries and to seek the advice of a licensed health care provider.

Health Care at Home

If you’re seeking to learn how to handle simple health issues at home through inexpensive, safe methods, you’ve completed your first step towards independence in your healthcare….searching. Learning to take responsibility for your and your family’s health is empowering, safe and cost efficient. For thousands of years parents have been the nurturers, caregivers, birth attendants and healers. It is only since the last century that the “business” of health has been turned over to a member outside of the family.

What Do the Letters After Joette’s Name Mean?

HMC: This is a designation from having studied two years in- class with Master Homeopath Louis Klein of Canada which was awarded to Joette in 1998. It stands for Homeopathic Master Clinician and is a post graduate degree.

Check back regularly for further explanation of Joette's credentials.

Mother’s Intuition

It is powerful, usually right on the mark and if we deny its existence, we’re always sorry later. Yes, mother’s intuition is real. Today, many have lost the confidence our strong ancestors had built into them. Drugs are handed out like candy. In fact, if refused, we are often met with angry words and condescension. There is a better way that many mothers instinctively understand. A way that is safer, non invasive and yields stronger and often better adjusted children. It is the way of nature, of homeopathy, of intelligent mothering.

Antibiotics

The media and modern medicine are beginning to catch up to what homeopathy has known for centuries: antibiotics are dangerous drugs and any decision to use them ought to be well weighed. So what do we do to replace antibiotics? Why, homeopathy of course! Homeopathy is a most efficacious method of not just addressing bacteria and virus related pathology, but leaving the sufferer in a better state than the one previous to the illness.

Colds

When choosing a homeopathic remedy to counter a cold, look for the most outstanding features of the cold to match the most outstanding of the remedy. A 30^th potency administered every 1-3 hours for up to 5 doses is the method most often found efficacious. When improvement ensues, stop the remedy. If need be, most will switch to another remedy after giving the first one a good chance. It takes practice, but once you become adroit with homeopathy, you’ll never return to the old ways.

Coughs

Homeopathy is unique because it doesn’t treat the illness; it treats the person. This means that 5 people with a cough will receive 5 different remedies, based on the symptoms, or how their illness presents. What ever the presentation, whatever kind of cough, homeopathy has just the right remedy to address it. Not a discount, polyester, one size fits all, but, tailor made, cough specific, person specific. Now that’s what I call real medicine.

Books & CDs

Joette’s Materia Medica

I designed it especially to provide a framework to guide you through your remedy choices. It is perfect for busy mothers and others who love curing their families themselves.