Tending The Root
What Is Pelvic Steaming?
Pelvic steaming is when a person sits, squats, or kneels over a pot of warm herbal steam for 10-30 minutes, depending on each unique body’s needs. The herbs infused into the steam water are specific to the needs of the steamer…
Is Pelvic Steaming Safe?
Here you will find articles with pelvic steaming case studies and a link to the database of testimonials documenting healing stories.
How To Steam
Check out a variety of steam set-up options from steam stools, boxes and chairs, as well as different vessel / heating options and what to do on a budget.
Pelvic Steam Herbs
I have formulated pelvic steam/soak blends that are beneficial for different types of users and the imbalances they are working on resolving.
EXPLORE THE CONSULTATION PROCESS
This includes two Zoom calls.
1. 20 min. Zoom call to discuss any questions from the intake form prior to receiving the steam plan.
2. 40 min. Zoom call to go over the finalized steam plan (includes an emailed complete .pdf guide)
After I receive payment, I begin the consultation process by emailing you an in-depth intake form so that I can analyze what herbs and steam plan are best for you.
After you have the plan I am available to you via email for questions and troubleshooting while you begin steaming with your custom steam plan.
Free Period Update Form After each period you will be able to submit a menstrual cycle / period update so I can re-evaluate your herbs and steam plan to see if anything needs to be shifted as your steam practice grows and your most pressing needs shift.
The initial consultation also includes an herbal steam formula that corresponds to your needs in the Standard size - 15 steams - a $25 value.
I also may recommend tinctures or teas that are of course optional and have an additional cost. After the initial consultation you can continue purchasing pelvic steam herbs from me, or I can recommend other options.
I look forward to working with you!
MY STEAM STORY
I began pelvic steaming as a “DIY” user to resolve chronic and complex pelvic issues. These were painful and irregular periods, infections (BV, HPV, UTI, pilonidal cysts), painful sex, vaginal scar tissue, “abnormal” paps, prolapse, and general pelvic pain tied to emotional pain from various forms of trauma (sexual trauma, a traumatic vaginal delivery with 3rd degree tearing and childhood trauma: spanking/ paternal abandonment/ cultural assimilation/ exposure to domestic violence.)
Steaming on my own for about a year without shared community knowledge was fun but wasn’t helping the complexity of issues I had going on. My 3-year course of study at the Peristeam Hydrotherapy Institute, guided by Keli Garza, has given me an in-depth knowledge of the many complex issues that can occur in the pelvis, both externally and internally. Creating and implementing an advanced steam has given me pain free menstruation, as well as resolved almost all of the issues I came to steaming with. I have found that steaming can positively affect our reproductive system, digestive system, endocrine system (hormones), lymphatic system (water retention, edema), circulatory system, and nervous system, as it is an entirely holistic practice! I am now trained to provide advanced steam plans for those who are pre-menarche through post-menopause, as well as those without periods, pregnancy loss, hemorrhoids, constipation, prostate issues, ED, infections/STIs, trauma, and general pelvic pain.
I am continually amazed at what healing takes place with this gentle, soothing method. The process of combining water, heat (fire), and plants is so simple and natural, yet it is powerfully effective care. I could not get this depth of care and healing in a standard gynecological setting, yet steaming complements most medical situations (except during the first six weeks post-surgery).
I have been growing medicinal plants and practicing with them for the last 20+ years. Folk Herbalism has become a constant safety net in my family, the plants taking care of us, as we take care of them. Pelvic steaming and other forms of herbal medicine are currently considered alternative methods in Western healthcare. Access to them provides equity and inclusion for those who do not fit into the Western model of health care, another reason I am passionate about upholding effective folk practices!
I also offer steaming support for those with AD/HD, Autism and depression, and co-occurring conditions such as sensory processing, P.O.T.S, fibromyalgia, ME/CFS, and hyper-mobility who often have specific challenges in maintaining new practices. My services are trauma informed, and queer inclusive.