![]() In the U.S., vaginal steaming rose in popularity after Gwyneth Paltrow promoted it in 2015, but this wasn’t her invention (although many critics assert it is).Ī 2017 study looked at how the media has framed vaginal steaming. In Latin cultures, it’s known as “bajos.” In Ayurvedic medicine, vaginal steaming is called “doophan ,” which translates to fumigation. Steaming practices have a history around the world. There isn’t thought to be a single culture of origin. Vaginal steaming is mentioned in ancient medical texts and part of indigenous practices passed down by midwives, medicine women, and different women in the community. A typical steam session is around 20-40 minutes, and the herbal formula used can be customized. Some recommendations suggest steaming more often at first. Vaginal steaming is often done once per month, either before or after someone’s period. To prepare the herbs, add around 1 cup of dried herb (or 4 cups fresh) to a large pot or bowl, and fill with around a gallon of hot water. Wrapping a towel or blanket around the lower body helps to keep the steam in and the body warm. Some people also place the bowl in an empty (and clean) toilet and sit on the toilet over the steam. Instead of heading to a V-spa, some people set up their own vaginal steamer at home using a slatted chair, using a toilet adapter, or squatting over the steaming bowl or pot. ![]() ![]() This steaming chair or bench is popularly referred to as the “throne.” If you get a vaginal steam treatment at a spa, they might have a special chair with a hole in it where the pot of herbs are warmed below. Vaginal steaming, also referred to as yoni steaming or vagina steaming, involves sitting over a pot of hot water and herbs, undressed from the waist down, to expose the vulva and vaginal opening to the steam. This article will dive into vaginal steaming as a self-care practice and tease out the benefits you can expect (or not) for your vaginal health. Proponents of vaginal steaming claim it’s a “cure” for PMS, infertility, hormone imbalances, and more, but are these claims valid? And is it safe? Are you curious about vaginal steaming? With deep cultural roots, vaginal steaming is an ancient practice that has recently become popular. ![]()
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