V-Steam: 8 oz (3 steams per jar)
A Vaginal Steam (often referred to as a V-Steam) is an effective and relaxing way to promote reproductive health. The V-STeams are ph balanced to help the body naturally cleanse the vaginal and uterine linings in a safe and gentle way. The warm steam and natural essential oils from the plants mourish and tonify the vaginal and uterine tissues. While improving circulation, the steams alleviate symptoms caused by, or related to, congestion in these tissues.
Directions for your DIY V-Steam:
In a medium covered pot, pour 8 cups of water (preferably purified water).
Place one handful or ¼ cup of herbs into water.
Bring water to a soft boil for 5 minutes.
Turn off the heat, leave the lid on and steep for another 5 minutes with the lid on.
Pour 4 cups (half) of water into the bowl you have placed in your toilet.
Wave your hand 8-10 inches over the herbal water to make sure it’s not too hot.
Remove your underwear and sit on the seat above the steaming water.
Drape a large blanket or sheet around your waist down to the floor making sure no steam escapes.
Make sure you keep yourself warm, keeping something on your feet (socks, slippers) and neck. You do not want any cold to get into your body while you are trying to warm it.
You should feel a warm, rolling heat for about 10-12 minutes.
When the steam dies down dump the water into the toilet. Retrieve the second dosage, if it has cooled too much reheat but test again before sitting over steam.
Benefits of V-Steam include:
Menstrual support
Clears dark menstrual blood from the beginning or ending of the cycle.
Dysmenorrhea (painful periods aka cramping)
Irregular periods
Stop and start periods
Endometriosis
Vaginal disorders
Yeast infections and other vaginal bacteria
Support for Cervical Dysplasia
Vaginal dryness and painful intercourse
Vaginismus
Fertility Enhancement
Increases cervical fluids
Helps relax the vaginal canal and cervix
Nourishes and tonifies the uterine lining
Assisted Fertility Cycles
Increases the effectiveness of assisted (IVF, IUI, Donor)
Special Notes:
It is very important to test the temperature of the steam before using. If it is too hot, wait 15 seconds and test again until it feels comfortably warm to steam with. DO NOT add or use “essential oils” they are too strong and may burn sensitive genital tissue. It can temporarily increase menstrual flow with more dark fluids or debris. Menses may start earlier than usual due to cleansing effect.