Learn which length of vaginal steam is best suited for you and your body.

There are generally two main set-ups for steaming: the Gentle Steam Set-Up which is shorter and uses a mild heat level and the Extended Steam Set-up which is longer and uses a moderate and sustained heat level. 

💛 Gentle Steam (10–12 minutes)

• Recommended for first time and beginner steamers and those with sensitivities including: 
  • • Shorter cycles, 27 days or less*
    • Prone to infections (yeast, bacteria, herpes)
    • Indications of excess heat in the body (vaginal dryness, night sweats, hot flashes, etc)
    • Under the age of 13
    • Prone to fresh red spotting/ trickle bleeding
    • Spontaneous bleeding or 2 periods per month
    • Use of an IUD

If you have any of the above sensitivities, it is only safe to choose a Gentle Steam. 

Steps for Gentle Steam Set-up:

This Gentle Steam Set-up, with the pot off the burner, is best for first time steamers and super gentle and restorative steams.

• Heat yoni steam herbs on moderate heat for 10 minutes
• If using a burner inside your seat, turn off the burner. If using an alternative heat source, remove your yoni steam pot from the heat and transfer to your seat. 
• Wait for steam to settle and appear at a safe heat level. 
• Test the heat level by hovering the back of your hand over the steam. 
• If the heat level feels soft and gentle, slowly position yourself on your seat/over your steam pot. 
• Check in with yourself and your body. If at anytime you wonder if the temperature of the steam is too hot, stand up immediately and then re-evaluate. It should feel good. 
• Inhale, Exhale, Enjoy. 

🔥 Extended Steam (20–30 minutes)

Please choose the Extended Vaginal Steam only after determining that you do NOT have any of the sensitivities listed above that indicate you are only suited for a Mild 10 Minute Vaginal Steam.

• Recommended for those with cycles of 28 days of longer, none of the above sensitivities, and/or post menopausal women
• Uses an active heat source (like a burner) while steaming, maintaining a medium (but still gentle) heat level for the duration of your steam
• Best for those without sensitivities that need extra cleansing support to address painful periods from menstrual stagnation, cramps, and fibroids
• And please remember, always, including for Extended Steams, the heat level of the steam should feel good to you and your yoni.

Steaming for longer than 30min per session is never recommended.

Start slowly. Your womb will guide you. 

If you’re unsure, begin with the Gentle Steam Set-up for your first few steams. Notice how your body responds, and adjust over time. There is no rush — and as you deepen with your practice you'll build confidence/self-trust, find your own rhythm, and steam according to your inner knowing and intuition. 

Always remember to check the temperature before steaming. If the temperature ever feels too hot or at all uncomfortable, stand up immediately, reduce the heat, and wait for the steam to cool. For more on temperatures and heat levels of a yoni steam: 

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