The Ancient Practice of V-Steaming

Feb 10

What Is V-Steaming?

Vaginal steaming (also called yoni steaming or v-steaming) is a gentle, time-honored practice of sitting over warm herbal steam to bring heat, moisture, and plant medicine directly to the vulva and vaginal tissues. This area of the body is rich in blood flow and highly receptive, allowing the warmth and herbal qualities to be absorbed deeply and effectively.

V-steaming offers space to slow down, soften, and listen. It is both physiological and ritual...supporting tissue health while inviting reconnection with the wisdom held in the pelvic bowl.

An Ancient Practice Remembered

V-steaming is an ancient practice found across cultures and continents, particularly as a cornerstone of postpartum care. For thousands of years, women have used steam to support uterine cleansing, tissue repair, and energetic integration after birth, menstruation, and major life transitions.

In many indigenous traditions, steaming was understood as essential, not optional, for restoring balance after times of opening, loss, or transformation. Many of our ancestral and wise woman practices have been forgotten within our culture...but a remembrance is rising of what women have always known: warmth heals, circulation restores, and ritual matters.

Elements of a V-Steam

Water - Water carries memory, intention and receptivity. In v-steaming, it acts as the vessel for heat and plant medicine, supporting softening, cleansing, and emotional fluidity in the pelvic space.
Steam - Steam is water in motion, rising and changing form. Its warmth increases circulation and relaxation while energetically supporting release, transmutation, and renewal.
Herbal Medicine - Thoughtfully chosen herbs can offer targeted support : soothing, tonifying, cleansing, hydrating, etc. Through the steam, the medicinal properties of the plants are gently delivered to receptive pelvic tissues, allowing the herbs to work both locally and systemically.

Timing & Cycles - V-steaming is traditionally practiced in rhythm with the menstrual cycle, the moon, postpartum windows, or seasonal and life transitions. Honoring timing is part of the medicine, working with the body when it is naturally inclined toward release, restoration, or integration.
Presence & Rest - This is a practice of slowing down. Steaming invites stillness, warmth, and inward attention. When the body is supported in rest, the nervous system softens, allowing deeper layers of healing to unfold.

Benefits of V-Steaming

Supports pelvic circulation and lymphatic flow, encouraging tissue nourishment and natural cleansing
Aids postpartum recovery, menstrual comfort, and the release of stagnation in the pelvic bowl
Softens and hydrates vulvar and vaginal tissues through warmth and moisture
Calms the nervous system, offering deep relaxation and embodied rest
Supports emotional and energetic release held in the womb space
Encourages reconnection with the body’s cyclical rhythms and innate wisdom

Full Circle's V-Steam Blends

Endometriosis Blend : Calendula, Rose, Oregano, Yarrow
A gentle, supportive blend formulated to soothe inflammation, support circulation, and bring softness to sensitive pelvic tissues.
Fibroid Blend : Basil, Calendula, Oregano, Sage
A traditional formula designed to help move stagnation and support healthy uterine flow.
Hydrating Blend : Chamomile, Lavender, Marshmallow, Calendula
A deeply nourishing blend that supports tissue hydration and suppleness, especially helpful for postpartum, perimenopause, menopause, and dryness.
Postpartum Blend : Calendula, Comfrey, Lemon Balm, Rose, Violet, Yarrow
A restorative blend created to support tissue healing, circulation, and gentle clearing during the postpartum window.
Prolapse Support Blend : Lady's Mantle, Lavender, Yarrow
A tonifying blend formulated to strengthen and support tissue integrity.
Traditional Blend : Basil, Calendula, Lavender, Lemon Balm, Oregano, Yarrow. A classic uterine steam blend used to support overall pelvic health and cyclical balance.

Rebecca Cohen