Fibroids are benign, non-cancerous tumors that grow in or around the uterus, but that doesn’t mean they’re harmless. They distort the shape of the uterus, interfere with menstrual cycles, and often leave women managing heavy bleeding, clotting, pelvic pressure, and fatigue with little real support. Most conventional treatments aim to shut the body down, through hormonal suppression, synthetic hormone blockers, or surgery, rather than help it function better.

Yoni steaming is an ancient practice that has been used for centuries across Asia, Africa, and Central America, with many benefits for managing fibroids in a holistic, non-invasive way that works with the body.

Why Vaginal Steaming for Fibroids Helps

Yoni steaming helps address fibroids by targeting two key issues, pelvic stagnation and excess estrogen. When fibroids are present, blood flow in the uterus is often compromised. Tissue builds up, circulation is impaired, and the body struggles to clear what it no longer needs. Steaming introduces gentle heat and moisture to the pelvic area, which increases blood flow to the uterus and supports the natural shedding and detoxification processes that can become sluggish when fibroids are present.

The steam softens the cervix and helps loosen stagnant endometrial tissue, while the herbal compounds, delivered directly through the porous vaginal tissues, work to reduce inflammation and support hormone processing. This is especially important for women dealing with estrogen dominance and trying to balance hormones. Certain herbs used in yoni steaming help the body break down and clear excess estrogen through liver support and gentle uterine stimulation.

For women experiencing symptoms like heavy bleeding, cramping, or a sense of bloating and weight in the womb, regular yoni steaming can reduce that sense of internal congestion. Over time, it may help shrink smaller fibroids, regulate menstrual flow, and bring relief.

How to Do Yoni Steaming for Fibroids Safely

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Choose a private, quiet space where you can sit undisturbed for at least twenty minutes. You’ll need a bowl or glass jar, a stable steam stool or seat with an opening, and a blanket or shawl to trap the heat (we recommend the Free Bleed® blanket).
If you do not have a stool to use for this purpose, our yoni steaming stool is designed for ultimate comfort and relaxation during yoni steaming to minimize the risk of discomfort.

The Process

Start by boiling water and adding your chosen herbs. Our RELIEVE yoni steaming herb blend contains beneficial herbs for fibroid relief.
Let the herbs steep by placing a cover or lid on your bowl or jar for 10 minutes, then place the pot with steaming water under your stool. This is also when you will allow the steam to cool down to a more acceptable temperature for your yoni. You want warm steam, not hot steam.
Sit carefully above the steam and drape the blanket around your waist to contain the warmth. Do not steam for longer than 30 minutes.

What Herbs Works Best for Fibroids

Mugwort: Its bitter profile stimulates blood flow to the pelvis and encourages the uterus to release what it’s holding. Mugwort is particularly effective after menstruation or when cycles feel incomplete, when the body hasn’t fully shed the endometrial lining and residual tissue may linger, feeding fibroid growth over time. Its oils promote gentle uterine contractions that help expel this buildup, while its anti-fungal and antimicrobial properties support a healthy vaginal ecosystem.

Red Raspberry Leaf: This contains an alkaloid called fragrine that tones and tightens the smooth muscles of the uterus. A uterus that’s become weakened, overworked, or stretched by chronic inflammation or irregular cycles often struggles to contract efficiently. Raspberry leaf supports the uterus in regaining tone, making menstruation more complete, and helping reduce excessive bleeding over time.

Calendula: Known for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and vulnerary (wound-healing) properties, calendula works on both acute and long-term tissue repair. It helps soothe inflamed mucosa, calms internal swelling, and supports the body’s ability to rebuild the uterine lining without excess scar tissue or trauma, especially important if fibroids have contributed to spotting, abrasion, or soreness.

Lavender: Fibroids often worsen when a woman is living with chronic stress, when cortisol is high, progesterone is depleted, and tension becomes the default state of the pelvic bowl. Lavender relaxes uterine muscles and helps regulate the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, the body’s stress-response system.

Motherwort: Often overlooked, motherwort is a powerful uterine nervine and hormone balancer. It has a specific affinity for clearing uterine congestion and helping regulate estrogen metabolism. It gently encourages uterine contractions, particularly helpful when cycles are delayed, overly long, or incomplete.

Dandelion Root: Fibroids thrive in estrogen-dominant environments. But estrogen isn’t just made in the body, it’s also metabolized and cleared through the liver. If liver detoxification is sluggish, excess estrogen builds up in the system and keeps feeding fibroid tissue. Dandelion root supports Phase I and II liver detox pathways, helping the body process and excrete hormonal waste efficiently.

FAQ

What comes out during yoni steam?

Nothing usually comes out during the steam itself, but what happens after is where you’ll notice change. The heat and herbs work together to improve circulation in the pelvic area, which helps the uterus cleanse and clear out old, stagnant tissue that hasn’t been fully released during previous menstrual cycles. In the days following, you might see darker menstrual blood, a thinner flow, fewer clots, or the release of mucus, signs your body is actually clearing what’s been stuck.

This is especially helpful if you’ve been experiencing fibroids, missing periods, or cycles that feel incomplete. It’s subtle at first, but women often notice astonishingly quick results after their first three steam sessions.
When not to use yoni steam?

Do not steam if you’re pregnant, bleeding heavily, have an active infection, or are experiencing a flare-up of endometriosis. The boiling water and rising steam introduce heat to an already inflamed or delicate area, which could worsen discomfort or, in rare cases, cause second-degree burns if done without proper setup.

If you’ve recently had surgery or are using an IUD, wait until cleared by a practitioner. And avoid steaming if you’re actively ovulating and trying to conceive, since the warmth may interfere with implantation. Steaming is safest outside of your period, ideally during your follicular phase. If your vaginal area feels raw or overly sensitive, skip that day.
What are the disadvantages of yoni steam?

Like anything powerful, yoni steaming must be used with awareness. Done incorrectly, too hot, too close, or too often, it can irritate the vagina or disrupt your natural flora. If your pot is unclean or if you use poor-quality herbs, there’s also a risk of introducing harmful bacteria that can exacerbate gynecological conditions .

Yoni steaming is often dismissed due to lack of scientific evidence, but dismissing it ignores the thousands of women who’ve used it to manage fibroids, fertility, and stagnant cycles with real results over hundreds of years.

The key is proper preparation, use high-quality herbs, clean equipment, and never sit closer than five centimeters from the steam source. Steaming should feel like warmth and opening, not burning or drying out.

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Danelle Ferreira

Danelle Ferreira is a content marketing expert who writes for women-owned businesses, creating heart-centered content that helps brands grow and messages spread with purpose. Her passion is helping women-led brands craft stories that move people. Her journey into content creation began seven years ago when she launched Ellastrology, an astrology YouTube channel that explored astrological wisdom and human connection. But it wasn’t long before she realized her true calling was in writing, the kind that makes people feel seen, heard, and understood. Now, as a mom, a writer, and an advocate for deeper conversations, she spends her days crafting content that empowers women while staying rooted in authenticity, all from her home in South Africa, surrounded by her loving son, two noisy parrots, and two sweet dogs.

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