Yoni Steaming: How Often Should You Do It?

by LaQuenta Weldon | Oct 13, 2022 | Blog

How often to perform yoni steaming is the most frequent question I am asked before a client walks out of the doors of Her Sacred Place. It is usually during the initial consultation or after a steam is completed. Either way, it is a popular question and not an easy one to answer. How often you should yoni steam depends on the reason for steaming. All women should steam monthly (every 4-5 weeks). Listed below are a few of the most common reasons for yoni steaming along with recommended frequency.

Remember, steaming is at your own risk and should not be done unless you have been consulted. You should NOT steam if you are pregnant, think you are pregnant, or have any vaginal bleeding or spotting. The list below is a short overview with minimum details and it does not take a place of a consultation to review all problems prior to beginning steaming.

Steaming for Period-Related Problems

If suffering from severe stagnation (dark, clotty, painful periods), heavy periods, long periods (more than 5 days), PMS and/or PMDD, I recommend steaming twice a month – the week prior to expecting your period and a few days after your period goes off. Once the period problems are alleviated, the steaming plan changes. However, it is best to stay on this plan at least 6 months even when immediately noticing. You should use the herbal blend found HERE for this steam.

For more information on how to reduce heavy periods in addition to your steaming regimen, please visit Her Sacred Place YouTube Channel.

Steaming for Vaginal Infections (Bacterial Vaginosis & Yeast Infection)

If you are currently suffering from what you believe is a yeast infection or bacterial vaginosis, the best course of action is to steam daily until all of the symptoms of the infection is gone. This could take 3-10 days of steaming, but it is the best course without antibiotics. Use the herbal blend found HERE for this steam.

Steaming for Fibroids

This one is tricky because it depends on the number of fibroids, location, and the symptoms. It is best to book a consultation by e-mailing hersacredplace@gmail.com to determine which steaming plan is best.

*Steaming for PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome)***

While steaming is not proven to cure PCOS, clients report a drastic change in symptoms quickly after consistently steaming. Changes include a more regular period, less painful periods, reduction in heavy bleeding, and change in facial hair. Use the herbal blend found HERE for this steam.

Steaming for Endometriosis

Like steaming for fibroids, this one is complex. Steaming for Endo could depend on the stage of endometriosis as well as the frequency of bleeding. You MUST do a consultation and I caution clients with endo to talk with a professional before beginning the steaming process. There is no cure for endometriosis but steaming typically helps with the excessive bleeding, frequency of bleeding, and heavy bleeding associated with this condition.

In the end, you should ALWAYS consult with a professional before beginning a vaginal steaming plan and never steam at home if you have not done it by a certified facilitator. If you have any questions, please e-mail hersacredplace@gmail.com. Happy Steaming.

Vaginal pH: Here’s Why it Is Very Important

by LaQuenta Weldon | Aug 10, 2021 | Blog

Vaginal pH is the measure of how acidic or alkaline the vagina is. pH (denoting the ‘potential of hydrogen’ or ‘power of hydrogen’ is the measurement of how acidic or alkaline (basic) a substance is. The pH scales runs from 0 to 14. A pH of less than 7 is considered acidic. A pH of more than 7 is considered alkaline, or basic. A pH of 7 is considered neutral.

Why does Vaginal pH Matter?

The vagina is most healthy in an acidic environment with a pH between 3.5 and 4.5. This environment is protective and creates a barrier that prevents unhealthy bacteria and yeast from multiplying too quickly and causing imbalances. A “normal” pH can vary depending on the stage of a woman’s life usually increasing before menstruation, around ovulation, and after menopause. Women with high vaginal pH, above 4.5, are more susceptible for unhealthy bacteria to grow and are at a greater risk for vaginal infections. A very acidic pH, less than 3.5, might reduce chance of fertility.

Some Causes of an Unbalanced Vaginal pH

Unprotected Sex. Semen is alkaline, which can encourage growth of certain bacteria.
Antibiotics. These drugs kill not only the bad bacteria that cause disease, but also the good bacteria you need to maintain a healthy, more acidic vaginal pH level.
Douching. Although it isn’t advised, some women regularly wash out their vagina with a mixture of water and vinegar, baking soda, or iodine. Douching not only increases the vaginal pH level, but also encourages the growth of harmful bacterial overall.
Menstrual Periods. Menstrual blood is a little bit basic and raises the pH in the vagina. When that blood flows through the vagina and is absorbed into a tampon or pad and sits in place, it can raise the pH level of the vagina. Note: The pH of blood is 7.4.
Female hormone level change. Lack of estrogen, during the menopausal years, is associated with alkalization of the vaginal pH to above 4.5.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding. Estrogen levels increases during pregnancy but plummets after pregnancy. Women who breastfeed usually have lower estrogen levels that those who do not.

Vaginal Steaming & Feminine Products to Combat pH Imbalances

Her Sacred Place in Columbia, South Carolina is here to help with vaginal imbalances. Vaginal Steaming may help cleanse the vagina of imbalances and reduce frequent infections. If you are not located in South Carolina, but would like to consult with a Steaming Facilitator, please click here to book your consultation. The use of Her Sacred Place Yoni Oil and Feminine Wipes daily also reduces vaginal pH imbalances. Make sure to follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube to keep up on the latest information pertaining to your most Sacred Place!

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