1. Can I steam if I have an IUD or on Birth control?

Steaming with an IUD inserted is NOT RECOMMENDED. The detoxing and cleansing effect the herbs have on the body has a potential to dislodge the IUD. Being on hormonal birth control such as the pill, the shot, the patch etc is okay to steam.

*If you wish to steam with an IUD notify your practitioner and she will work closely with you on what herb blends and time frame to steam, with you assuming the risk. Consult with your physician prior to steaming.

2. Can I steam using a plastic seat inside my toilet or using a Sitz bath seat?

Plastic basins even those marketed for steaming should not be used to steam your Vagina. Boiling hot water placed into plastic releases toxic chemicals used to make the plastic along with the herbs those chemicals will also be absorbed by your vagina.

*It would be ideal to steam over something ceramic.

3. How often should I steam?

You can steam anywhere from weekly to monthly. Depending on your womb issues and your goals and objectives for steaming. Many women steam multiple times a week and have seen positive results. While not steaming during your menstrual cycle.

4. Can I steam if I am pregnant or breast feeding?

Steaming while pregnant is not recommended. Some of the herbs used are contraindicated during pregnancy and can have unwanted effects on the baby and/or pregnancy.

5. Can I steam if I have had a hysterectomy?

Yes, the womb energy still resides in that space. Steaming for women that have had a hysterectomy is focused on tightening and toning the vaginal walls. Also cleansing the energy and making sure the client is not holding onto any negative feelings of loosing their womb.

6. Will steaming treat or cure STDs or STIs?

No, steaming will not treat or cure any sexually transmitted diseases. Steaming will assist the vagina in being in a healthy state so that sexually transmitted diseases are harder to attract.