![]() ![]() It is also an antispasmodic, aiding in healthy uterine function. Lavender is antiseptic to the vaginal tissues. Lavender: One of the most relaxing herbs, calms the mind and body. Rosemary: Increases circulation to the reproductive organs, aids in clearing out of old fluids, is also antiseptic and purifying. Note: Do not use essential oils in your vagi-steam bath, this is because they may burn the delicate tissues of the genitals. If you have genital piercings, take them out, the heat will cause the piercing to burn you. In some cases, a woman should not do vagi-steam, these are: extremely heavy menstrual cycles (do not do during your period) or if you have a vaginal infection, open wounds, sores, or blisters do not do if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant. When we combine vaginal steaming with abdominal therapy – the deep external massage on the uterus – we have a very dynamic approach with great results (if that happens to be that issue that is causing the infertility, which it may not be).” Naprapathic physician, herbalist, director of The Arvigo Institute and teacher of Maya medicine, Rosita Arvigo, DN, says, “There may be many reasons for infertility, but one of those reasons is induration of the uterine wall. Women who may benefit from a vagi-steam would be those with the following conditions: uterine fibroids, painful menstruation, uterine weakness, uterine prolapse, irregular menstrual cycles, ovarian cysts, endometriosis, reproductive adhesion/scar tissue, previous vaginal tear or episiotomy, and dark purple or brown blood at the onset or end of menses. This is considered especially important for stagnant fertility conditions, and/or incomplete emptying of menses each cycle, signs of which are: The purpose of the vagi-steam is to aid as an internal cleanser of the membranes of the vaginal tissues and the uterus. I am not aware of the traditional herbs used by other cultures for vagi-steam because of this I will share with you herbs used for Maya bajos, with the exception of two herbs used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. The combination of some or all of these herbs, used for traditional bajos, had specific healing intention. Vaginal tissue is one of the most absorbent of the entire female body. This is absorbed into the tissues and enters the bloodstream, having a direct healing effect on the reproductive system. The water vapor carries the medicinal benefits of the plants, including volatile oils. The moist heat opens the pores of the the tissues it comes into contact with.The combination of herbs works to nourish, tone, heal, bring in fresh oxygenated blood, promote cleansing, and make supple the vaginal and uterine tissues.Typically, more than one herb was chosen and formulated in a blend, specific to the woman’s unique fertility needs. Different herbs have different healing actions. The use of specific herbs adds layers of different healing benefits, depending on the fertility-related health condition being treated. Vagina Steam baths bring heat to the womb. A vagi-steam is a great way to support many fertility programs, especially while performing a fertility cleanse. Healers use the vagi-steam (vagina steam) to aid women with chronic fertility issues, as well as to maintain healthy fertility. Traditional Korean healers used this healing method as well, they call it chai-yok. Bajos (ba-hoes) is a Spanish word that translates to Vaginal Steam Bath. Maya healers and midwives used bajos, an ancient healing practice. They also taught the peoples the importance of using the plants to maintain vitality, which today is known as preventative medicine. Traditional healers spent countless hours, formulating and experimenting with ways to use these plants, to heal the members of their communities. These healers were revered as important members of society, because they possessed extensive knowledge of the plants and their healing powers. Since the dawn of humanity, there have always been healers in every community. ![]()
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