V-STEAM FAQS

IS STEAMING A GOOD OPTION FOR ME?

Steaming may offer many benefits (check them out here) however we cannot steam you if…
- you are pregnant
- you are trying to become pregnant and are currently ovulating (visit us right before ovulation or after ovulation - if you know you haven’t conceived)
- you are bleeding or spotting (steam encourages blood circulation)
- you have an IUD (steaming can dislodge the IUD)
- you have an active infection or herpes breakout
- you have received a bikini wax within 24 hours

If you need to cancel within our 48hr. grace period & due to any of the above contraindications, you will be charged and offered a credit to reschedule.

WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT?

Ode to Wonder provides an absolutely private experience within Mage & Mane.  Other guests will not be present in our space while you steam.  Feel free to bring a journal, a book or your headphones.  We encourage you to use this time to meditate or reflect. 

Upon arrival, you’ll be asked to change into a beautiful kaftan. We’ll have a sacral consultation to explore ways you can connect with your sacral chakra and to help guide you with choosing the sacral steam spell (herbal blend) that compliments your intentions or sacral challenges.   You’ll be seated on one of our saunas (steaming chairs.)  Inside of each sauna is a single burner and a pot with your herbal infusion.  Each sauna has a hole on the top that is  large enough for steam to travel up and through your cervical canal.  Steaming sessions are 30 minutes and include a foot bath, a warm neck wrap and a complimentary beverage.

IS IT SCARY?

We never want you to try something that doesn’t resonate with you!  We understand that many eastern and holistic treatments are controversial to much of the western world. We do not treat medical conditions or vaginal challenges. Your steam at Ode to Wonder is primarily focused on encouraging you to connect with your sacral space and experiencing plants as part of your self care.  Here are a few things we hope put your mind at ease…

Heat:  Our steam temperature is monitored.  A bell is located next to each station so that you can alert us anytime you need the temperature adjusted.  The steam is not directly aimed at your skin, instead, it’s meant to travel up to your vagina and cervical canal.  Please note, that we perform waxing and facials with steam in here.  We use HOT tools and HOT water on bodies every single day!  We are experts at monitoring temperatures.  💛

The Vagina is Self Cleansing:  That it is!  We utilize steam because it softens and warms the tissues of the vagina so that the medicinal properties of our herbal blends can be absorbed into your womb space.  Steam also helps to loosen any vaginal material that may be causing lack of flow in the body and contributing to painful periods, fertility challenges, etc.  Steam may also soften and shrink scar tissue.  If you’ve ever soaked in a bubble bath or jacuzzi, consider that our herbs are a healthier and more natural alternative to bubble bath products or chemicals you may have previously used or soaked in.

WHAT HERBS ARE USED?

We offer a variety of blends and carefully select the herbs we choose to work with based on their physical and spiritual properties. Depending on the blend that resonates with you, you may experience raspberry leaf, mint, mugwort, rose and other aromatherapeutic herbs. It’s important that you inform of us any allergies, as your health and safety is our top priority.