Yoni Steaming to Boost Fertility: A Sacred Ritual for Your Womb and TTC Journey
Includes a free guide to get started + support for PCOS, Endo, IVF, and more
The Moment I Did My First Yoni Steam...
The first time I tried yoni steaming, I didn’t exactly volunteer for it.
I was in the middle of my Maya Abdominal Therapy training, already feeling slightly overwhelmed by all the new bodywork techniques. When the instructor asked if I had tried yoni steaming yet, I sort of froze. I hadn’t — and honestly? I was hoping to skip it. It sounded a little… weird.
But she gently smiled, set me up with a steam chair and a warm bowl of herbs, and said,
“Women have been doing this for centuries for reproductive wellness. When you're done, if you feel tired, just go lay down and take a nap.”
A nap? I laughed internally. My energy was high — no way I’d feel sleepy.
But then the steam began.
It was surprisingly gentle. The warmth felt like it was relaxing me from the inside out — like a soft internal hug I didn’t know I needed. Odd and comforting all at once.
When I stood up afterward, it felt like I had just climbed out of a hot tub. My body was so deeply relaxed that I thought, maybe I will lay down for a few minutes… And I had the best nap of my life. I couldn’t believe that something so simple had such a profound effect on my nervous system, my body, and my womb.
That experience cracked something open for me.
Over the years, I began steaming regularly — for period regulation, to boost fertility, postpartum healing, etc. It became part of my womb care toolkit. And I remember thinking: Why on earth did we ever stop doing this?
In class, I learned that in parts of Central America, this is still considered a first line of defense before seeing your midwife or OB. If you have an issue? They ask if you’ve steamed first — unless, of course, you suspect you’re pregnant.
Today, I guide women around the world in reclaiming this powerful, gentle ritual. Whether you're TTC naturally, preparing for IVF, recovering from miscarriage or birth, or addressing fibroids, endometriosis, or PCOS - as steaming can help bring your body back into balance.
But the healing isn’t just physical. I’ve come to see how the womb can store emotional pain — from past experiences, long-held fear, or stories we've inherited. Yoni steaming has helped me soften those internal edges, and gently begin to release what no longer belongs in my body.
That’s why I now pair this ritual with practices like breathwork and guided meditations — to help the nervous system feel safe enough to let go. If you’ve ever felt like your body is holding something you're finally ready to release, stay tuned: next week I’ll be sharing a free Womb Healing Meditation to support emotional release and womb connection.
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This guide to yoni steaming for fertility includes herbs, tracking tools, and emotional support to begin your healing from home.
We Once Knew How to Care for Ourselves
For thousands of years, midwives and traditional healers have tended to the womb with deep reverence — using herbal steams, massage, prayer, and ceremony to support fertility, birth, and postpartum healing. This wisdom was passed down through matriarchal lineages - woman to woman, generation to generation - rooted in the rhythms of nature and the cycles of the moon.
In contrast, the field of obstetrics and gynecology as we know it today has only existed for about 160 years. Much of it was developed through a patriarchal medical system that often viewed the female body as something to be controlled, dissected, or pathologized - not honored. For example:
The modern OB/GYN specialty was formalized in the mid-1800s, with figures like Dr. J. Marion Sims, who is often called the “father of modern gynecology” - yet performed experimental surgeries on enslaved Black women without anesthesia.
In contrast, yoni steaming and vaginal herbal care have roots in Central American, African, and Asian healing traditions - where steam was used for postpartum care, fertility, cleansing, and spiritual rituals.
In many Indigenous and village communities, women were expected to steam or use herbal baths first before seeking outside help - and midwives were trained not just in birth but in whole-body womb care, including massage, dietary wisdom, and emotional support.
This isn't about rejecting modern medicine. It’s about reclaiming what we were never meant to forget. Practices like yoni steaming remind us that we already have powerful ways to support our bodies gently, naturally, and on our own terms.
So What Is Yoni Steaming?
Yoni Steaming (also called vaginal steaming) is a gentle herbal practice where a woman sits over a pot of warm, herb-infused steam. The steam rises into the vaginal and uterine area, bringing warmth, circulation, and cleansing to the womb space.
Rooted in traditions from Central America, Africa, and Asia, steaming has long been used to:
Regulate cycles
Ease cramps
Heal after birth
Clear infections
And yes… boost fertility
Today, more and more women are reclaiming this sacred wellness ritual — not as a fad, but as a deeply embodied form of womb care.
How Yoni Steaming Helps Boost Fertility
So, how does sitting over warm steam actually support your ability to conceive?
Here’s what’s happening physiologically and energetically:
Increases circulation to the reproductive organs, bringing fresh oxygen and nutrients to the ovaries, uterus, and cervix
Supports hormonal balance by helping clear excess estrogen and move stagnation
Reduces tension and scar tissue in the pelvic area, especially for women with PCOS, Endo, or past surgeries
Cleanses the uterine lining to prepare for implantation
Soothes the nervous system, calming cortisol levels and supporting parasympathetic "rest & receive" mode (similar to what we activate with sound healing or meditation)
But even more than that, it helps you slow down. To soften. To connect with your womb in a way that reminds her: “You are safe. You are supported. You are loved.”
Avoid steaming if you suspect or/are pregnant, if your tubes are tied, if you have Nexplanon birth control, or an active infection. If you have an IUD, only do a 10 minute steam.
Get the Free Yoni Steaming Guide to Boost Fertility
If you're TTC and curious about how to use yoni steaming safely and effectively — grab my free starter guide:
✨ Yoni Steaming to Boost Fertility
→ Download it here
Why Organic Herbs Matter When Steaming
Your vulva is one of the most absorbent parts of your body — even more than your mouth. (Some women even report tasting the herbs as they steam, which shows just how receptive this area truly is.)
That’s why it's essential to use organic herbs when steaming. Anything sprayed with pesticides or additives can be absorbed directly into your bloodstream.
When choosing your yoni steaming herbs, make sure they are:
Most Importantly - Organic
Clean, dried whole herbs (no essential oils or powders)
Intentionally blended for your specific cycle or condition (for example: lavender is drying - which tends to be opposite of what you want during fertility prep)
If you're dealing with PCOS, Endometriosis, fibroids, cysts, infections, irregular periods, or recovering from miscarriage or postpartum — your herbal blend should reflect that.
💗 Want a shortcut? I’ve created custom blends and a full guide to help you choose the perfect herbs for your body’s needs.
Success Story: From 60-Day Cycles to Natural Ovulation
One of my clients, Bri, came to me after months of long, irregular cycles. Sometimes 45 days. Sometimes 60. She had a diagnosis of PCOS and was told she might not ovulate without medication.
We began a gentle protocol of Yoni Steaming 3x/month, combined with food-based hormonal support, womb massage, and weekly emotional tapping. Within 3 months, her cycles shortened to 35 days. By month 4 — she was able to confirm ovulation for the first time ever naturally.
The moment she told me she saw a positive ovulation test, she cried.
“I feel like my body is finally waking up,” she said.
➝ If you’re navigating PCOS, irregular cycles, or hormonal imbalance and want to try a gentle, body-led approach —
the Yoni Steaming eBook below offers everything you need to begin your own sacred ritual.
The same protocol that helped Bri — and so many other women in my care — is outlined step-by-step in this guide.
Want Deeper Support? Grab the Full Yoni Steaming eBook
If you’re managing conditions like:
PCOS
Endometriosis
Fibroids or cysts
Infections (like BV or yeast)
Irregular or missing periods
Miscarriage recovery
Postpartum healing
IVF preparation
Perimenopause and more
…then the full Yoni Steaming eBook is your sacred guide.
Inside you'll find:
Herbal protocols by condition
Monthly steam schedules
Tips for combining steaming with castor oil packs, womb massage, and sound healing
Beautiful printable tracking pages
Final Thoughts: Your Womb Deserves Sacred Care
Trying to conceive isn’t just a physical journey — it’s deeply emotional and energetic. Yoni steaming is a way to bring warmth, softness, and devotion back to your body.
You don’t have to do it all perfectly. You just have to stay connected.
Breathe into your womb. Speak to her gently. And if it feels right — offer her the gift of steam.
She’s listening.
You don’t have to do it all perfectly. You just have to stay connected.
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