However, Dr. Crawford says there’s no scientific evidence that supports these claims. Another thing to keep in mind — the steam only reaches the outer part of your vagina. The steam doesn’t enter your cervix and uterus. Made from pine wood, with a circular hole, each stool comes with a cotton print skirt that helps to contain the heat and steam. Do not boilyour Yoni steam during preparation. Occasionally, you may be directed to simmer (decoct) your herbs based on the specific ingredients in your blend. In this article, you’ll discover answers to some of the most common questions about Yoni steaming. This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Talk to your doctor before making any changes to your wellness regimen or if you are currently experiencing symptoms of a health concern. Also, be sure to include what you’ve learned about Yoni steaming in your next discussion with your doctor.

Herbal bathing: an analysis of variation in plant use among Saramaccan and Aucan Maroons in Suriname (Journal of Ethnobiology and Ethnomedicine, 2018 )Drape your sheet or blanket over your shoulders, around your waist, and down to the floor so that it completely enclosed the Yoni steam. This step warms the rest of the body for a nice lymphatic cleanse. Slightly increasing your body temperature can promote healthy circulation and perspiration, which release toxins through the pores of your skin. Helps you to thrive in your relationship to your reproductive system, menstrual cycle, creativity and what it means to be a woman/female!

Skirts are made from cotton printed fabric that varies, skirts can be washed in the machine between steams for hygiene. Yoni steam stools can be wiped down with a mild soap solution, apple cider vinegar dilution or even a tea tree and water solution. For me, scientific evidence is not required to try and test out the benefits of an ancient practice, especially when the risk factors are slim to none. *Please know that while I am a yoni steam practitioner, sex coach and somatic pelvic bodyworker, I am not a licensed healthcare provider, and nothing in this article is medical advice.Vaginal steaming provides benefits through natural herbs that soothe, balance, and nourish the reproductive system without disrupting the natural environment of the vagina and uterus. Certain medications are well absorbed vaginally. On the other hand, there is no proven health benefit for any of the herbal products used in vaginal steaming. Also, it is unknown if an adequate amount of the herbs’ chemical properties are absorbed through vaginal tissue to reach the bloodstream,” says Dr. Crawford. Is it safe to steam your vagina? There are safer ways to use heat and herbs for period relief. Try using a hot water bottle on your pelvic area and sip a warm cup of herbal tea. Vaginal skin is delicate, sensitive, and easily traumatized. Using it as target practice for a plume of warm steam may cause vaginal burns or scalding. Let’s be real, with our long history of patriarchy, misogyny, and the intense world that we live in, just about every woman has experienced some level of trauma or emotional distress related to their womb space and vagina.