The tissue salt pregnancy protocol which follows, also known as the Schuessler Cell Salt Program, is a homeopathic approach to supporting maternal and fetal health during pregnancy by addressing mineral deficiencies.
I frequently recommend this program to families who are understandably concerned that, if they already have a child on the autism spectrum, then any more children may be at increased risk of also being on the ASD spectrum.
There IS a clear increased risk of having a child with ASD in families with existing autistic children, but we can reduce this risk through a good diet, minimising exposure to toxins & stress, and by using homeopathy.
There are increased nutritional demands on the mother during pregnancy, with the foetus drawing minerals from her, potentially depleting her reserves. For example we see frequent reports of weakened teeth in expectant mothers. This protocol aims to aid maternal health & foetal development.
The protocol involves taking combinations of three tissue salts (in 6x potency) twice daily (morning & evening), with specific combinations for each month:
- Months 2 and 6: Calc Fluor, Mag Phos, Ferr Phos
- Months 3 and 7: Calc Fluor, Mag Phos, Nat Mur
- Months 4 and 8: Calc Fluor, Nat Mur, Silicea
- Months 5 and 9: Calc Fluor, Ferr Phos, Silicea
- Kali Phos is sometimes given in later months for nerve support, or Nat Phos for heartburn (book a 20-min update with me to discuss any complications that you are having)
This protocol aims to prevent deficiencies that could lead to complications like stretch marks, varicose veins, anaemia, cramps, or swelling, whilst also supporting foetal development (e.g., bones, nerves, and tissues). It’s non-toxic and safe as the salts are highly diluted and can be used alongside other supplements or medications.
Tissue Salts are widely available, no particular brand is recommended, however Helios Pharmacy offers a pre-made combination for each stage for ease of use.
PP1: Calc Fluor, Mag Phos, Ferr Phos 6x combo
PP2: Calc Fluor, Mag Phos, Nat Mur 6x combo
PP3: Calc Fluor, Nat Mur, Silicea 6x combo
PP4: Calc Fluor, Ferr Phos, Silicea 6x combo
I hope you have found this information useful. I will now be able to refer patients to my website, rather than searching for the information elsewhere. Please let me know your experience with this. So far 100% of families that have taken the program on my suggestion have, as far as I am aware, had healthy & complication free pregnancies.
Alan Freestone
June 2025