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I used to suffer from regular headaches. Sitting at a desk for hours with terrible posture and staring at a screen didn’t help.
If a headache turned into a migraine, life was on hold until it passed. At the time, I thought painkillers were my only option. I started looking for natural ways to manage them—and that’s when I first started to see a homeopath.
Over time, my headaches became less frequent and less intense. Now, they’re rare and mild, and I can ease them quickly with a little TLC.
If you struggle with headaches, you’re not alone. Hormonal changes in midlife can make them worse. But there are natural ways to support your body and reduce their impact.
I know firsthand how debilitating headaches can be. That’s why I’m so passionate about helping other women find natural ways to manage them. I often see women in my clinic who experience headaches regularly.
What is the root cause of your headache?
There are many different types of headaches, and by having a chat and asking the right questions, we can start to understand what might be triggering yours:
✔ Stress and tension headaches
✔ Headaches from muscular-skeletal issues
✔ Headaches from past injuries
✔ Sinus headaches
✔ Hormonal headaches
The way we approach treatment will depend on the type of headache you’re experiencing and your exact symptoms.
Could your headache be hormonal?
Think back to when your headaches first started.
★ Did they begin around puberty, pregnancy, or menopause?
★ Have they worsened since starting hormonal contraception?
If your headaches appeared within 3–6 months of a hormonal shift or follow a regular cycle, they could be hormonal. These headaches are often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, or heightened sensitivity to light, sound, or smells.
What does a hormonal headache feel like?
Hormonal headaches can range from a dull, throbbing ache to an intense, pulsating pain. You might also experience:
✔ Sensitivity to light and sound
✔ Nausea or dizziness
✔ Fatigue that leaves you feeling drained
For some women, these headaches are linked to their menstrual cycle, typically starting a couple of days before a period and lasting into the first few days of bleeding.
Why keeping track matters
Understanding patterns in your headaches is key to finding the right support. Keeping a simple record of when they occur, how they feel, and any triggers you notice can make all the difference in identifying solutions that work for you.
Different types of hormonal headache
Fluctuating hormone levels can have a big impact on headaches. Throughout the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, and menopause, shifts in oestrogen levels can trigger headaches or make them more intense.
Hormonal headaches and the combined oral contraceptive pill
Some women find their headaches improve while they're on the combined pill. Other women report more frequent headaches, especially in the pill-free week, when oestrogen levels go down.
Hormonal headaches during menopause
As you approach menopause, headaches can worsen due to the unpredictable rise and fall of hormone levels. For some women, these headaches get better once their periods stop for good.
Hormonal headaches during pregnancy
During early pregnancy, hormonal changes can make headaches worse. The good news? Many women find their headaches settle as pregnancy progresses.
The science behind hormonal headaches
During a migraine, blood vessels in the head go through a cycle—first tightening too much, then widening too quickly. This process is influenced by oestrogen and progesterone, which regulate the menstrual cycle and pregnancy.
If you’re prone to headaches, sudden shifts in oestrogen levels can be a trigger. Research suggests that keeping oestrogen levels more stable can help reduce menstrual migraines.
How homeopathy can be beneficial for hormonal headaches
Homeopathy works by gently supporting your body’s natural balance. It can help ease the impact of fluctuating oestrogen levels. This reduces the intensity of hormonal headaches, helping to smooth out hormonal fluctuations and reduce their impact on your wellbeing.
If you’d like to explore homeopathy for your headaches, here are some helpful remedies to consider—though many others may also offer support.
Spongia
Rush of blood to the head, bursting or pressing headache, worse on forehead
Pulsatilla
One-sided headache, pulsating, bursting, watery eyes of the affected side, occipital pain, worse coughing, shooting pains in temples, pain extends to face and teeth, head seems heavy, cannot hold upright, cannot raise it
Calc carb
Sense of weight on top of head, headache with cold hands and feet, headache with nausea
Belladonna
Rush of blood to the head, throbbing, hammering headache, congestive headaches with a red face, headache better laying the hand on the head, or bending head backward, the feeling of fullness, especially in the forehead
Lachesis
Headache, pain down to nose, pain at root of nose, congestive headaches, bursting or throbbing in temples, headaches with flickering, dim vision, pain through head on waking, waves of pain, worse on moving, pain extending to neck and shoulders
Homeopathy for recurrent headaches
If you experience frequent headaches, working with a professional homeopath can help you find long-term relief.
Homeopathy takes a holistic approach, addressing not just your headaches but any other symptoms that may be affecting your wellbeing. With the right support, you can rebalance your body naturally.
“I've been struggling with migraines and hormonal headaches since young.
Went to see a neurologist and they only prescribed me with Triptan. Yes it takes the headache away but it doesn't prevent it. As I used to get three headaches a week so I consumed many triptans a week. I started to worry if I get addicted and not doing any good to my body.
Then I found Naziana. My journey with her started a year ago. She started by understanding my lifestyle, period cycles, diet, etc. Everytime I talk to her, she's really gentle and friendly.
At first the progress seem slow. But that's expected from homeopathy which is natural. Slowly after 4-5 months we noticed some changes. Yes I still get headaches but now less intense, gone with paracetamol. I consume less triptan than I used to (now only once or twice a month!).''
Want to explore how homeopathy could help you? Book a free chat and let's talk about your headaches.
Is homeopathy for you?
Homeopathy is used worldwide to support a variety of health concerns, including headaches and migraines. If your headaches or migraines are affecting your daily life, I’d be happy to see if homeopathy could help you find relief.
Next steps
If you'd like to explore how homeopathy could support you, I offer a free 30 minute discovery call. During this call, we'll discuss your symptoms, how they're impacting you, and I'll ask a few questions to determine if homeopathy is the right approach for you.
I am always happy to hear from you.
Naziana x
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