Yoni Svedana is an Ayurvedic practice used throughout the world and throughout time. It is a sacred means of connection with one's feminine power, while also providing treatment to assist in balancing one's menstrual or moon cycle. Known for battling infertility, Yoni Svedana provides a steamy means to cleanse, detox and nourish one's sacred womb space. The Yoni is known as the power of the goddess or the original of life; the word Yoni translates from Sanskrit to English as Divine Passage or Sacred Space, whereas Svedana translates to sweating.
What are the benefits of Yoni Svedana?
Properties behind the herbs to use?
Mugwart - Balances hormone production, eases cramps, anti- bacterial and anti-fungal properties.
Shatavari - Balances uterus & re- lubricates vaginal dryness.
Rose - Soothes, cleanses and tonifies. Minimizes hot flashes associated with menopause.
Lavender - Anti-bacterial, lubricate, promotes healthy flow.
Calendula - Cell Repair, Healing postpartum.
Rosemary - Boosts circulation, removes old stagnant energy. Anti-fungal properties.
Basil - Cleansing
Oregano - Antiseptic
Motherwort - Cleansing, pain relieving
Marigolds - Anti-inflammatory
Thyme - Anti-bacterial/Anti-Microbial
How to steam one's vagina?
Obtain a Yoni Stool (stool with an opening) that allows one to sit comfortably over an opening. Bring 4-6 cups of water and 4-6 teaspoons of herbs, flowers and spices of choosing and place the heated concoction into a stainless steel or glass bowl. Place the bowl under the stool, undress from the waist down, cover oneself fully with either a towel or a yoni robe and sit upon the stool. This should be a pleasant experience and if excess heat is generated causing discomfort, one should wait for a lower temperature before resuming steaming. Piercings should be removed prior to steaming. Steaming should last about 15 to 20 minutes and can be experienced 1 to 3 times per month.
Who should avoid Yoni Svedana?
Yoni steaming should be avoided during pregnancy or during active menstruation. Yoni steaming should not occur after immediate postpartum or during an active vaginal infection or an active open wound.
Ingredients for balancing Doshas.
Vata - Angelica, Elecampane Ginger, Camomile, Orange Blossom, Anise Basil or Cardamom.
Pitta - Camomile, Chaparral, Rose, Cilantro, Lemongrass, Mint, Blackberry, Fennel, Lavender or Dill.
Kapha.- Bayberry, Calamus, Eucalyptus Camphor, Holy Basil, Hibiscus, Bay Leaves, Black Pepper or Turmeric.
What to expect?
No discomfort or excessive heat
Cervical Fluid Discharge Odor that is not considered strong.
Absorption of healing properties of herbs; transported by steam into mucosa of vagina; reaching small opening of cervix.
Boosted libido, lubrication, increased fertility and a wonderfulway to cleanse and detox this area.
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