Homeopathy has been used for over 100 years, with time-tested results and virtually no ill side effects. It is one of the easiest, safest natural tools you can keep in your home. Gentle enough for babies, effective for adults and versatile enough to use for everything from fevers and headaches to nausea, coughs, teething and beyond, homeopathy works with the body-not against it-making it safe for everyday family use when used as directed.
How and When to Use Homeopathy
Many parents love homeopathy because it’s simple and intuitive once you get the basics down. Remedies come in tiny pellets called pillules. Most of the time, you take two pellets under the tongue, letting them dissolve. For babies or toddlers, you can crush the pellets and place a tiny bit inside the cheek or dissolve them in a small amount of water and give a sip. Homeopathy is often used for fevers, flu symptoms, stomach upset, teething pain, coughs, colds, minor injuries, headaches, sleep troubles, irritability and so much more. You don’t need to rely on heavy medications for every small illness-sometimes a gentle message to the body’s own healing response is enough.
Cell Salts: The Easiest Way to Start
If you’re brand-new to homeopathy and don’t know where to begin, cell salts are the perfect entry point. There are only 12 cell salts, each made from minerals naturally found in the body that help support fundamental functions like hydration, digestion, nerve signaling, muscle function, and overall balance. Think of them as the “building blocks” your body uses every day to stay healthy. Unlike traditional homeopathic remedies that come in multiple potencies, cell salts almost always come in one simple potency (6X), which makes dosing easy and reduces confusion for beginners. They’re extremely gentle, safe for children and adults alike and can be used daily as a supportive tool for common issues like fatigue, mild colds, fevers, digestive upset or general wellness. Many families find cell salts are a simple, reliable first step into homeopathy-they’re easy to learn, easy to use and surprisingly effective for everyday care.
The Banerji Protocols: Simplifying choices for easier decision-making
Even with its simplicity, homeopathy can sometimes feel confusing when you’re trying to pick the “right” remedy from several possibilities. That’s why the Banerji Protocols are so helpful. Developed by the Banerji homeopathic clinic in India, this system organizes remedies into clear, repeatable protocols for common issues-things like osteoporosis, cavity reversal, varicose veins, chickenpox and more. Instead of guessing, you can follow a protocol that has already been tested on thousands of real cases. I love the Banerji approach because it creates structure and confidence, especially for beginners, while keeping everything safe and easy for families.
How to Start Buying Remedies
Starting a homeopathy cabinet can feel overwhelming, but it’s simpler than it seems. You can either:
- Focus on remedies for common conditions that come up frequently in your family, like colds, fevers, teething, headaches or minor injuries.
- Start with a curated kit that includes multiple remedies for everyday use, and then build your collection from there as you become more comfortable with homeopathy. I especially love using Ollois, a kosher-certified company with a wide range of high-quality remedies, which makes it easy to start a homeopathy cabinet with peace of mind. Having a few core remedies on hand allows you to respond quickly and safely to minor ailments at home.
Helpful Resources: Books & Websites I Trust
If you want to dive deeper, there are some wonderful homeopathy teachers and resources available today. Joette Calabrese’s website offers clear, family-friendly education, including guidance based on the Banerji Protocols. Cristina Vilacorta’s site is another favorite, with practical explanations and remedy breakdowns that make learning more simple and doable. Homeopathic Remedies Online (homeopathicremediesonline.com) is a great resource with a searchable list of Banerji protocols as well as extensive information on homeopathic remedies for common conditions.
For books, I recommend keeping a few trustworthy guides at home:
- Tissue Salts for Children: Babies, Tots, Teens: – a beginner-friendly introduction to cell salts for all ages, with an easy remedy table list in the back.
- Homeopathic Cell Salt Remedies: Healing with Nature's Twelve Mineral Compounds – a thorough reference for understanding the 12 basic cell salts.
- Homeopathic Medicine At Home: Natural Remedies for Everyday Ailments and Minor Injuries – a practical, family-focused guide for using homeopathy confidently for common conditions.
Having these resources on hand makes homeopathy much less intimidating and allows parents to feel confident supporting their family’s wellness naturally.