Homeopath in your pocket: Natural Health Solutions for Busy Mums
Homeopath in your pocket is the essential podcast for busy working mums who want to take control of their family's health with confidence—without spending hours researching or second-guessing every decision.Hosted by Neela Prabhu, a licensed homeopath and mum of two girls with 26 years of combined healthcare experience, this show delivers straightforward, actionable guidance you can implement immediately.After spending 20 years as a pharmacist, Neela transitioned to homeopathy six years ago because she saw firsthand how families were searching for natural, effective solutions that work alongside modern life. She understands the unique challenges of juggling work, family, and health de...
Guest episode: Pet Behaviour, Animal Communication & Pet Bereavement: How Your Pet Mirrors Your Emotions with Victoria Smith-Gillard
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In this episode I'm joined by the fascinating Victoria Smith-Gillard of Amatrine Holistics, a people and pet therapist, medium, and healer who works with pets and their owners together to heal emotional and behavioural issues. I have to say, when I first met Victoria, I was absolutely blown away by what she does.
Victoria's journey into this work is a wonderful one. After eight years in veterinary referrals, redundancy became her turning point. A YouTube video of a tiger receiving healing, some inner child work, and a lifelong bond with animals...
Beyond Rescue Remedy: The Full Guide to Bach Flower Remedies and How to Use Them
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Most people have heard of Rescue Remedy. You might even have a bottle in your handbag for stressful moments. However, did you know Rescue Remedy is just one of 38 Bach flower remedies, each one addressing a very specific emotional state?
Bach flower remedies were created by an English doctor, Dr Edward Bach, in 1934. His goal was simple: to create a system so straightforward that anyone could use it. Gentle but powerful, made from the flowers of plants and trees, these remedies work on the emotional level in a way that nothing...
The 7 Chakras: What They Are, What They Mean and How They Connect to Your Health
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Last episode we explored the Chinese 5-element system. This episode: another ancient energetic framework that I find incredibly useful in practice. The chakra system.
You may have heard the word chakra before, perhaps in a yoga class or in the context of crystal healing or Reiki. However, do you know what the 7 chakras actually are, which endocrine glands they connect to, and what happens when they fall out of balance?
In this episode I'm walking you through all 7 chakra points, their colours, their physical links and their energetic messages...
The Chinese 5-Element System: How Ancient Chinese Medicine Connects Your Organs, Emotions and Health
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If you've listened to earlier episodes of this podcast, you'll have heard me mention the Chinese 5-element system quite a few times. The skin-bowels-lungs connection. The emotion of grief showing up in the skin. The idea that a shock can affect the heart and ripple outwards to other organs.
This episode is where I explain the whole framework properly, because once you understand this system, so much else starts to make sense.
The Chinese 5-element system is one of the additional tools I trained in alongside my homeopathy qualification...
Reiki, Reflexology, Acupuncture and More: Your Guide to 11 CAM Therapies
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There is a whole world of complementary and alternative medicine out there beyond what conventional medicine offers. For many busy mums juggling family, work and health, knowing which therapy to try, and who to trust, can feel overwhelming.
This episode is your starter guide. I'm walking you through 11 of the most well-known complementary and alternative health systems, what they actually involve, who they're suitable for, and crucially: which ones are safe during pregnancy.
Whether you're looking for something for yourself, your children, or even your pets (yes, some of...
From Pharmacist to Homeopath: My Origin Story and Why I Never Looked Back
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If you've ever wondered who is actually behind this podcast and why on earth a pharmacist of 20 years would retrain as a homeopath, this episode is for you.
This is my origin story. The frustrations that built up over two decades in pharmacy, the moment that changed everything, and the journey that led me to where I am now.
I'm also sharing a bit about who I am beyond the consulting room, because I think it matters that you know the whole person, not just the practitioner.
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Homeopathy Myths Busted: The Truth Behind the 4 Most Common Misconceptions
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If you've ever been curious about homeopathy but felt put off by what you've heard, this episode is for you. There is a lot of noise out there, and most of it is based on misunderstanding.
As a former community pharmacist of nearly 20 years who retrained as a homeopath, I've heard every myth going.
In this episode I'm tackling the 4 most common myths about homeopathy head on, with the facts, the logic, and the occasional analogy that I think will make you see things rather differently.
I...
Breathe Easier Naturally: 5 Tips for Managing Asthma From the Inside Out
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Every 10 seconds, someone in the UK has an asthma attack. Three people die from asthma every day. 1 in 11 children and 1 in 12 adults are living with this condition. Those statistics stopped me in my tracks when I first read them.
If you or your child has asthma, you'll know the routine: brown inhaler morning and night, blue inhaler when things get bad. While those inhalers do an important job, they don't get to the root cause. They manage but don't heal.
In this episode, I'm sharing what asthma actually is...
Case study: Cracked Hand Eczema: How Childhood Trauma Was Written All Over Her Skin
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This case study is about a woman who came to me with deep cracked eczema on the backs of her hands, inside both elbows, the back of her neck, and a little around her mouth. Her knuckles were cracked and painful. It was affecting her daily life.
On the surface, it looked like a skin problem. However, as with so many cases I see, once we looked at her full history, a very clear picture emerged. Two significant events in her childhood. Two major experiences of rejection, change and loss of...
18 Months of Chronic Coughing Cleared in 5 Days: A Client's Experience in her own words
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This episode is a little different from my usual ones. Today I'm joined by the wonderful Donna, one of my former clients, who has very kindly agreed to share her experience of working with me.
Donna is a full-time aftercare manager, a wife, a mum, a grandmother, and the kind of woman who holds absolutely everyone together. She came to me after 18 months of a relentless cough that was leaving her surviving on one to two hours of broken sleep a night, sitting upright just to get through the night. She h...
Psoriasis and Rosacea: What's Really Going On and How to Find Natural Relief
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Psoriasis and rosacea are two very different skin conditions, but they share some important things in common. They can be uncomfortable, distressing and very visible. They often affect confidence and self-esteem in a significant way.
2% of the UK population live with psoriasis. 1 in 10 have rosacea. That's a lot of people dealing with something that can feel relentless, especially when conventional treatments don't give lasting relief.
In this episode I'm covering both conditions, what they are, why they happen, and what you can do to support your body naturally. In...
Eczema: How to Heal Your Skin From the Inside Out
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Eczema is incredibly common. In the UK, 20% of all children under 5 years old suffer with it. It's not just itchy skin. For many families it means broken nights, bleeding skin, and a child who is miserable and exhausted.
If you're doing everything the GP says and still not getting lasting relief, this episode is for you. In my view, eczema isn't really a skin condition. It starts from within, and that's where we need to look to heal it.
I'm sharing my top 5 tips for managing and reducing eczema...
Acne: Why Your Acne Keeps Coming Back (And What to Actually Do About It)
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Acne affects 95% of UK teenagers and young adults at some point. It's not just a skin problem. For many people, it affects confidence, mood and mental health in a really significant way.
If you or your teenager has been dealing with persistent spots, you already know that most advice focuses on the surface. Wash your face. Use this cream. Take this antibiotic. But what if the issue isn't really about what's happening on the outside?
In this episode I'm sharing my top 5 tips for tackling acne from the inside...
Guest episode: Reiki for Stress, Burnout & Perimenopause: What Every Busy Mum Needs to Know with Louise, Reiki Master
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In this episode I'm joined by the wonderful Louise, a Reiki master practitioner and teacher based in South Croydon, for a conversation that honestly had me nodding along the entire time.
Louise's journey into Reiki is a deeply personal one. After losing both of her parents, she won a Reiki session in a competition (as you do!), and that one experience changed the entire direction of her life. She went from being a primary school teacher for nearly 15 years to becoming a fully qualified Reiki master teacher, and...
Case Study: How One Remedy Cleared Years of Eczema
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Today's case study is about a 4-year-old boy with eczema on the back of his knees, crook of his elbows, back of his neck, and top of his chest. Really bothered by itchy, sore skin. Waking at night. Miserable.
If your child has eczema that won't shift no matter what creams you use, this case study will show you there's hope.
In this episode, I'm sharing:
Where his eczema was and how severe it was (10/10)The traumatic pregnancy and birth history that matters more than you'd...Bedwetting in Children: 5 Tips That Actually Work (Plus One Surprising Switch)
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Bedwetting in children can be distressing and stressful for parents and children alike. If your child is "dry" during the day but continues to wet the bed at night, you're not alone - and there's a biological reason this happens.
If you're exhausted from changing wet pyjamas and bedsheets multiple times a night, or your child is embarrassed about sleepovers, this episode gives you practical solutions that actually work.
Today I'm sharing my top 5 tips for dealing with bedwetting - including one surprising switch that helps in up to 20...
Children's Constipation, Diarrhoea & Travel Sickness: Natural Solutions
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As soon as you become a parent, you spend an awful lot of time discussing your child's bodily functions! Especially wee and poo. Babies' tummies are perfect for blowing raspberries, but when children have issues with their bowels, it can lead to real pain and discomfort.
If your child hasn't done a poo in days, or you're dealing with yet another stomach bug, or every car journey ends with vomit - this episode is for you.
Today I'm covering 3 common bowel issues in children and what to do about...
Teething, Cold Sores & Toothache: Natural Solutions for Children's Oral Issues
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Children often say the funniest things, but their timing can be a bit awkward! The mouth is where digestion starts and it's how we express ourselves the most. When something goes wrong in there - it affects everything.
If you've got a teething baby who won't stop crying, a child with a painful cold sore that keeps coming back, or you're dreading an upcoming tooth extraction, this episode gives you natural solutions that actually work.
Today I'm covering 4 common oral issues in children and what to do about them...
Baby Colic, Teething & More: Natural Solutions for Common Newborn Issues
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Your baby will grow more rapidly in the first 2 years of their lives than at any other time! Those first steps, teeth, and smiles are all amazing milestones. But some common ailments can cause your cute baby to cry their eyes out - and leave you feeling completely helpless.
If you're a new parent dealing with a colicky baby who screams for hours every evening, or a teething baby who won't settle no matter what you try, this episode is for you.
Today I'm walking you through 5 common baby...
The Only First Aid Kit You'll Ever Need: Blue Kit Product Highlight
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Today's episode is a bit different - I'm highlighting one of my most popular products: the Blue Kit! This is the Helios 18 remedy basic homeopathic kit, and honestly, it's the ONLY first aid kit you'll need.
Did you know this little blue box can save you 71% versus conventional medicines? And that comes without the side effects AND with the benefit of rapid relief too. The remedies work within 10 minutes versus 20 minutes for conventional medicine.
If you've ever wondered what homeopathy can actually treat, or if you're tired of pumping...
Persistent Cough & Perimenopausal Rage: How One Remedy Changed Everything
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Have you ever had a cough that just won't shift? One that drives you absolutely nuts, makes you exhausted, and seems to have no medical cause? Today's case study is about a woman dealing with exactly that - plus perimenopausal anger that was affecting every area of her life.
This client came to me snappy and irritable all the time, full of self-doubt, with a persistent cough that had been going on for 3-4 weeks. She thought she was perimenopausal and the cough was driving her nuts. But as we dug...
Menopause Myths Busted: What Your Doctor Isn't Telling You
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Did you know you could start experiencing perimenopausal symptoms as early as age 35? Or that there are over 30 common symptoms of menopause - and hot flushes are just the tip of the iceberg?
Today I'm busting the biggest menopause myths and sharing the facts your doctor probably hasn't told you. Because here's the truth: menopause is being completely misunderstood, mismanaged, and most women are suffering unnecessarily.
In this episode, I'm covering:
What menopause actually is: Most people get this wrong! I'm explaining the...
Protect Your Brain Before Menopause: 10 Essential Tips for Women
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Did you know that female Alzheimer's patients outnumber men by 2:1? Or that women in their 60s are twice as likely to get Alzheimer's than breast cancer? These statistics are shocking - and they're why we need to talk about female brain health right now.
For decades, women's medicine has been what Dr Lisa Mosconi calls "bikini medicine" - the notion that we only differ from men in the parts covered by a bikini. But recent research proves we differ dramatically in brain structure, metabolism, and so much more. And this difference...
Are You Magnesium Deficient? Signs, Symptoms & Natural Solutions
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Magnesium deficiency affects 80% of the Western world. Let that sink in. 8 out of 10 people are walking around deficient in this crucial mineral - and most have no idea.
If you're experiencing depression, insomnia, anxiety, migraines, or panic attacks, low magnesium could be the culprit. And if you crave chocolate before your period? That's your body screaming for magnesium.
Today I'm explaining why we're all so deficient, how to spot the signs, and - most importantly - how to fix it quickly using methods that actually work.
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How to Balance Your Hormones Naturally: 5 Tips That Actually Work
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Hormones! As women, it's a word we've been conditioned to fear or moan about. These little chemical messengers seem to be the source of all our menstrual and menopausal issues - bloating, cramps, irritability, sore boobs, irregular bleeding, hot flushes, insomnia, night sweats... sound familiar?
But here's the good news: there are lots of things you can do RIGHT NOW to support your hormones without resorting to synthetic hormones to "fix" the problem.
Today I'm sharing my 5 top tips for balancing your hormones naturally - and trust me, these...
Guest episode: Osteopathy for the Whole Family: Babies, Birth Recovery & Women's Health with Nancy, Paediatric Osteopath
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In this episode I'm joined by the wonderful Nancy, a paediatric osteopath with over 23 years of experience, co-founder of Nunhead Osteopathy Practice in SE15, and a long-standing member of the team at the Osteopathic Centre for Children near Tower Bridge. I also share my own osteopathy story in this one too, including the phone call I made from the hospital car park minutes after giving birth to Jasmine.
Nancy has been passionate about osteopathy since she was 17, when she walked into an open day at the British School of Osteopathy and j...
Recurrent Cystitis Case Study: 5 Months UTI-Free After Years of Antibiotics
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Imagine suffering from a UTI every single month, right at the start of your period. Month after month of pain, antibiotics, and the constant dread of knowing it's coming again. That was reality for today's case study patient, a 44-year-old woman who'd been trapped in this cycle for over a year.
In this case study episode, I'm sharing her journey from monthly UTIs and long-term preventative antibiotics to 5 months completely infection-free. Her story reveals how constitutional homeopathic treatment addressed not just the cystitis, but also her painful periods, anxiety, and the...
How to Treat Cystitis at Home: Natural Remedies That Work
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That urgent need to wee... again. That burning sensation. That uncomfortable pain. If you've experienced cystitis, you know how miserable it can be. And you're not alone - 60% of UK women have suffered with a urinary tract infection in their lifetime.
In this episode, I'm sharing my 5 top tips for treating and preventing cystitis naturally, plus the one simple ingredient from your baking cupboard that can ease the pain dramatically. I'll also explain the difference between regular cystitis and interstitial cystitis, and how homeopathy can help you avoid repeated trips to...
How to Treat Minor Burns Naturally: From Kitchen Accidents to Sunburn
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Burnt your hand taking something out of the oven? Scalded by steam from the kettle? Minor burns are incredibly common - around 250,000 are recorded each year in the UK alone, and that's not counting the ones we treat at home.
In this episode, I'm sharing essential first aid for burns, the different classifications you need to know, and natural ways to speed up healing and reduce scarring. From that burnt finger while cooking to painful sunburn, I've got you covered.
What you'll learn:
The 3 classifications of...Beat Headlice Naturally: Safe, Effective Solutions for the Whole Family
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Easter holidays will soon be over and back to school... but what's that itching? Oh no, not headlice again!
Between the chocolate egg hunts and family gatherings, headlice can be an unwelcome holiday souvenir. In this episode, I'm sharing everything you need to know about headlice - what they are, how they spread, and most importantly, natural treatments that actually work.
What you'll learn:
The truth about headlice (they prefer CLEAN hair!)Why head-to-head contact during Easter playdates spreads them so easily3 natural headlice treatment methods...Hayfever and Histamine: 6 Natural Tips to Stop Summer Suffering
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Do itchy eyes, a scratchy throat, and constant sneezing make your summer miserable? You're not alone. Hayfever affects millions of us every year, and it's all down to one chemical: histamine.
In this episode, I'm sharing practical tips to help you manage hayfever symptoms naturally - from simple prevention tricks to the foods that can dramatically affect your histamine levels. Plus, I'll explain how homeopathy can support your body through hayfever season and beyond.
What you'll learn:
What histamine is and why it triggers hayfever symptoms6 simple, practical...Excruciating Period Pain for 5 Years: How One Remedy Changed Everything
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Imagine being 13 years old and starting your periods, only to experience such excruciating pain that you can't get out of bed. Every single month. For 5 years.
That's exactly what happened to today's client. In this case study episode, I'm sharing the journey of an 18-year-old university student who suffered with 9/10 period pain from the moment she started menstruating. Within one month of treatment, her pain dropped to 3/10. By month 7, she was pain-free.
However, this case also taught me one of my biggest lessons as a homeopath - and I'm...
Life After Birth: Natural Healing for Post-Partum Problems
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Congratulations - you're a mum! But now comes the part nobody really prepares you for: post-birth recovery. Whether it's your first baby or you already have little ones at home, it takes TIME to heal from the birthing process.
In this episode, I'm sharing 4 common post-partum issues and natural ways to support your healing - from perineum and C-section scar care to breastfeeding challenges and postnatal depression.
What you'll learn:
Natural remedies for perineum tears and C-section scarsHow to boost milk production if breastfeedingWhat to do...Pregnancy Symptoms: Natural Relief for Morning Sickness, Heartburn and More
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Pregnancy should be a happy time, but the symptoms can absolutely ruin it. If you're feeling rotten right now, I want you to know there ARE natural ways to feel better.
Today I'm walking you through 5 common pregnancy symptoms and how to ease them without reaching for medication (because let's be honest, most conventional meds aren't safe during pregnancy anyway).
In this episode, I'm covering:
Morning sickness: 80% of women get this - and it's the worst-named symptom ever because it happens ANY time...
Infertility Support: Natural Ways to Improve Fertility for Men and Women
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Today I'm talking about something deeply personal: infertility. 1 in 7 UK couples struggle with fertility issues, and I was one of them. I suffered from unexplained infertility for years before conceiving both my daughters through IVF.
If you're struggling to conceive right now, I want you to know you're not alone. I've felt that pain, that desperation, that monthly heartbreak - and I'm sharing what actually worked for me and my husband so you have hope and practical steps forward.
In this episode, I'm covering:
The real...PCOS, Endometriosis and Fibroids: Natural Support for Women's Health
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Today I'm tackling 3 lesser-known period-related conditions that affect millions of women: PCOS, endometriosis, and uterine fibroids. These conditions are often misdiagnosed, dismissed, or women suffer for years before getting proper support.
If you're dealing with any of these, I want you to know you're not alone - and there are natural ways to support your body that your GP probably hasn't told you about.
In this episode, I'm covering:
PCOS: Affects 1 in 10 women (but 50% are undiagnosed!). I'm explaining what's really happening in your...
Period Myths Busted: Natural Relief for Painful Periods and PMT
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Did you know most of what we've been told about periods is actually wrong? Today I'm busting 5 massive period myths that keep women suffering unnecessarily - and trust me, once you hear the truth, you'll wonder why no one told you this sooner.
As mum to a 12-year-old daughter navigating puberty, I've been thinking about periods a lot lately. The problem? So much of what we're taught is simply not true, and these myths leave us accepting pain, heavy bleeding, and awful PMT as "just part of being a woman."
<...Lost Sense of Smell for 2 Years: How Homeopathy Brought It Back
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What would you do if you suddenly lost your sense of smell for 2 years? Couldn't taste your food properly? Felt like one of life's great pleasures had been stolen from you?
That's exactly what happened to today's client - a 41-year-old mum who lost her sense of smell completely after developing pneumonia following her second birth. She tried everything. Nothing worked. Until homeopathy.
In this case study episode, I'm sharing:
What caused her loss of smell (and why her birth trauma mattered)The main homeopathic remedy...How to Treat Eye Infections Naturally: Conjunctivitis, Styes, and Blepharitis
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Episode 11: Conjunctivitis and Eye Infections: Natural Treatment for Kids and Adults
Minor eye infections are extremely common but can be incredibly painful and irritating, especially for children. If you've ever dealt with conjunctivitis, you know how quickly it can spread through the whole family!
In this episode, I'm explaining the different types of eye infections and sharing natural remedies that work brilliantly – including some surprising home treatments you probably already have in your kitchen.
What you'll learn:
The difference between bacterial and vi...How to Clear a Blocked Nose: Natural Remedies for Nasal Congestion
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Episode 10: Clear a Blocked Nose in Minutes (Natural Remedies That Work)
Your nose is an amazing piece of engineering – until something goes wrong! Whether it's blocked, runny, bleeding, or you've lost your sense of smell, nasal issues can be absolutely miserable.
In this episode, I'm walking you through 4 main nasal problems and exactly what to do about them naturally.
What you'll learn:
Why blocked noses happen (it's not always just mucus!)The problem with conventional decongestants (and what to use instead)Top ho...