Yoni Steams are not advised for those who fall into any of the below categories:
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Pregnant women
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Women who are currently menstruating
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Women who are prone to spontaneous bleeding
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Women who are trying to conceive should not steam between ovulation and their next menstruation in case they are pregnant
In addition the following recommendations should be strongly considered:
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Steam sessions can be once a week, once before and once after menstruation, or with the moon cycles.
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It is often recommended to stay warm during a steam session by covering the shoulders with a blanket. We may recommend adding or removing this extra layer depending on your constitution.
Steams are for...
Yoni Steams may be appropriate for women whom experience the following; however, we may modify your steam or recommend a specific course of treatment:
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Women who are prone to infection (herpes, UTI, yeast)
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Women who are trying to conceive (we will not steam between ovulation and the next menstruation)
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Women experiencing short menstrual cycles (less than 27 days)
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Girls under the age of 13 who have reached menarche
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Women with IUDs
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Women experiencing hot flashes and/or night sweats
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Women with a history of interim bleeding in the past six months