Sepia

Homeopathic remedies are not gendered (in the same way that some remedies are more right or left sided), however sepia is largely a remedy for women. A good remedy for symptoms that occur in connection with hormonal changes in the female body. Up to and during the period, the person may become irritable with mood swings. Use if the period is late, painful and the bleeding is scanty. Also, use for gushing periods. It is a good remedy for when periods are out of balance.

It is used for yeast infection with a burning sensation and greenish discharge.

It is for the mother who longs to be alone for a little bit. Many women who need sepia are mothers of young children, when it is almost impossible to get a break. They are tired and feel a very physical heaviness in the body. It can almost feel as if one's insides are falling out. In fact, prolapse of the uterus is also a sepia symptom.  It may also be used for incontinence. Sepia is well suited for women who feel burnt out from their many obligations and have a feeling of a heaviness that is almost like gravity pulling them down.

They feel little or nothing when you ask them about their loved ones and their sex drive is missing. They are cold and sad, but they will not be comforted. They like sour things and chocolate.

They feel better from vigorous movement, like dancing. They feel better after eating, when they are warm, and when they get some fresh air. They feel the worst around their period, during pregnancy and if they miss a meal.

In short: The mother with small children who needs a break. Many symptoms around hormonal changes. Feels better after a few hours alone, and from dancing.

Other helpful hints: Also a great menopausal remedy.