Yoni Steaming
Yoni/womb steaming & smoking.
Steaming* uses heated water infused with fresh or dried herbs and is anecdotally believed to:
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Create a deeper connection to one's reproductive system and menstrual cycle
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Minimize and soothe scar tissue (from tears, grazes and episiotomies during childbirth and FGM)
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Regulate absent, and or short cycles
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Ease painful menstrual cramps
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Ease symptoms commonly associated with peri- and post-menopause such as dry skin and discomfort during intercourse
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Encourage swift healing in the weeks after childbirth, including preventing infection
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Support Lactation and bonding in the postpartum period.
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Support Healing after trauma
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Encourage a positive and healthy connection to one's sexuality and self esteem
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Read more about it here.
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* Also known as vaginal steaming, yoni steaming, and peri-steam hydrotherapy;
Steaming & Smoking are ancient selfcare tools that have been used cross culturally for thousands of years, Ayurvedic practices, Indigenous communities in Africa, Australia, America to China, who are currently using steam in Hospital for healing, referred to as "Fumigation". This practice has been known to be used by all genders.