What are Some Warnings or Side Effects?

Yoni steaming does have possible side effects for some women and there are some women who shouldn't steam, particularly if they are on certain medications. Do not steam at home if you're unsure of the possible risks and are on birth control, medications or even drink alcohol regularly! There are certain herbs that conflict with these substances in your body, and we want to support you—not make things worse.

Those who should not steam include:

Pregnant women (the clearing-out effect can sometimes lead to miscarriage in early pregnancy)
Menstruating women (can cause heavier flow and dehydration)
Women with their tubes tied (cleansing of your reproductive system and scar tissue can make you fertile again)
Women with infections characterised by a 'burning itch' (steaming can cause heating effects if this is the case)

Women who require a practitioner and should not steam at home:

Women in their first ever yoni steaming session
Women whose menstrual cycles last less than 27 days
Women who experience hot flashes or night sweats
Women with an IUD (either marina or copper)
Young women (13 years or younger)
Women prone to yeast infections or who have herpes
Women on any form of birth control
Women who are on any form of medication (some herbs react with meds, so to make sure we compose the right herb pack for you, let your practitioner know what you use and why)
Women who drink within 24 hrs of steaming (before and after)

Women who can steam from home:

If none of the above affects you, then steaming is generally safe. We do recommend you book a mini consultation before steaming at home to ensure you are educated in best practice and get the most benefit out of your steam.