How Holistic Healing Changed Our Lives — And Why It Shapes Every Decision We Make Now

 

Having a child with eczema rewires your entire world. It changes how you think, how you parent, and how you approach every decision about health and healing. When Cooper’s eczema became severe, I found myself asking endless questions:

Why is this happening? Why my child? How can I stop his suffering? What am I missing?

We went to appointment after appointment, hoping for answers, or at the very least, relief. But as time went on, I realised that the solutions being offered weren’t truly helping Cooper in the long term. They were temporary fixes for symptoms, not support for what his body was trying to communicate.

That realisation became our turning point.

Discovering Holistic Healing When Nothing Else Worked

In my desperation to help Cooper, I turned to homeopathy, a path I had never considered before. Our first round of remedies didn’t go well. The detox was too intense and too overwhelming for his sensitive system. Everything felt worse before it got better, and I questioned whether I’d made a mistake.

But then we paused.
We stripped everything away.
We slowed right down.

By introducing one remedy at a time, we gave Cooper’s body space to respond gently and naturally. And for the first time, it felt like we were finally working with his body instead of trying to silence it.

The Hardest Part: Choosing to Stop Steroids

One of the toughest parts of our holistic journey was letting go of steroid creams. The withdrawal symptoms were heartbreaking. Cooper endured months of discomfort, flare-ups, sleepless nights, and emotional strain.

But through the struggle, we saw something incredible:
His body began to truly heal.
Not overnight. Not perfectly. But slowly, steadily, and in the way his system needed.

It taught me one of the biggest lessons of all:
The body is designed to heal itself. It doesn’t malfunction for no reason, it sends signals when something is out of balance.

Treating the Whole Child, Not Just the Symptom

Working with a homeopath taught us a completely different way of understanding health. We didn’t just look at Cooper’s skin. We looked at him, the whole child:

• His behaviour
• His emotions
• His personality
• His environment
• His triggers
• His routines

Holistic healing showed us that symptoms aren’t random. They are messages.
And when you address the whole person, body, mind, and environment, the physical symptoms naturally begin to shift.

How Holistic Healing Shapes Our Decisions Today

Our journey didn’t just change Cooper’s life; it changed mine. It reshaped the way I see health, the way I question, and the way I trust my instincts as a mum. Now:

• I look deeper.
• I ask better questions.
• I consider long-term wellbeing over short-term fixes.
• I choose gentle, natural options where possible.

Holistic healing taught me to honour the messages the body sends instead of pushing them aside.

It’s a lesson that influences every decision we make now, from the foods we eat, to the materials we use, to the way we support our children’s health.

Grateful for the Journey That Led Us Here

Although this journey has been emotional, challenging, and at times overwhelming, I am incredibly grateful for it. Homeopathy gave us our hope back. It helped us understand Cooper more deeply. And it showed us that healing is possible when you give the body space, respect, and support.

Cooper’s journey is the reason I believe so passionately in natural, gentle care.
It’s why I make the choices I do today.
And it’s why I share our story, so that other parents who feel lost or unheard might find comfort, understanding, or a spark of hope.

A Gentle Note From Us at Coops Clothing

Caring for sensitive skin doesn’t end with healing, it continues with the everyday choices we make. At Coops Clothing, we use GOTS-certified organic cotton because it’s kinder, softer, and free from harsh chemicals that can irritate delicate skin.

A special thank you to Tania @ Holistic Homeopathy-The Way of Wellness/Zoom Worldwide/Auckland/NZ/Waiheke Island

You have been there for Cooper (and me) in so many ways, and I know it hasn't been easy but he is thriving because of your help, so thank you.