Healing Womb Postpartum Sitz & Herbal Bath Soak

The Healing Womb Sitz & Herbal Bath Soak draws on eight botanicals and minerals with a long tradition of postpartum and wound-healing use.

Yarrow and Shepherd’s Purse bring powerful astringent and tissue-toning action, supporting the reduction of postpartum swelling and encouraging healthy tissue recovery.

Witch Hazel is one of the most clinically respected topical astringents in botanical medicine — cooling, tightening and immediately soothing to haemorrhoids and swollen perineal tissue. Calendula is deeply anti-inflammatory and vulnerary, supporting the repair of tears, grazes and stitches while keeping delicate skin calm and protected.

Lavender contributes gentle antimicrobial and wound-healing action alongside its deeply calming aromatic properties. Plantain soothes and draws, easing irritated and inflamed tissue from the outside in.

Magnesium Sulphate relaxes aching muscles and reduces swelling throughout the entire postpartum body — not only the perineum. Kalahari Salt provides mineral-rich cleansing and supports a healthy healing environment for freshly healing postpartum tissue. Together they form one of the most comprehensive and versatile postpartum healing blends available — usable four ways, from day one after birth.

Herbal Bath Soak
Add ½ cup to a warm bath. Soak for 15–20 minutes. One 500g bag gives approximately 4–5 full baths.

Sitz Bath
Add 3–4 tablespoons to a sitz bath basin of warm water. Soak for 10–15 minutes, 1–2 times daily. One 500g bag gives approximately 12–15 sitz soaks.

Peri Rinse
Brew a strong infusion using 2–3 tablespoons in a cup of boiling water. Steep for 10 minutes, cool to a comfortable temperature and pour into a peri bottle. Use after every bathroom visit. One 500g bag gives approximately 16–20 peri rinses.

Cooling Pads / Padsicles
Brew a strong infusion using 3–4 tablespoons in 2 cups of boiling water. Steep for 10 minutes, cool completely, soak maternity pads and freeze. One batch makes approximately 8–10 padsicles. Make a batch before your due date so they are ready and waiting.

Can I use this after a caesarean?
Yes — while you won’t be using a sitz bath or peri rinse for a perineal wound, a full herbal bath soak is deeply beneficial after a caesarean. The magnesium, lavender and calendula support whole-body recovery, muscle relief and emotional grounding. Wait until your incision is sufficiently healed and your midwife or doctor has given you the go-ahead for baths — typically around two weeks postpartum.

When can I start using it after birth?
You can begin using a peri rinse or cooling pads from day one after a vaginal birth — the sooner the better for swelling and comfort. A sitz bath can usually begin from day 2–3. For caesarean births, avoid submerging the wound until fully healed and cleared by your midwife or doctor. Always follow your midwife’s guidance.

How often should I use it?
In the first week, 1–2 sitz baths daily is ideal. The peri rinse can be used after every bathroom visit. As healing progresses reduce to once daily or as needed. There is no upper limit — use it as often as it brings relief.

How many uses do I get per bag?
Each 500g bag gives approximately 12–15 sitz soaks, 4–5 full baths, or 16–20 peri rinses. If you are primarily using it as a sitz bath you will get the most uses per bag.

Can I use it if I have stitches?
Yes — this blend is specifically formulated to support stitched tissue. Calendula, yarrow and plantain are all traditionally used to support wound healing and tissue repair. Many midwives and doulas recommend herbal sitz baths as standard postpartum care for perineal stitches.

What is the difference between a sitz bath and a full bath soak?
A sitz bath uses a small basin that fits over your toilet, submerging only the perineal area — concentrated, targeted and easy to do multiple times a day. A full bath uses more product but delivers whole-body magnesium and herbal benefits including muscle relief throughout the entire postpartum body. Both are valuable — use whichever suits where you are in your recovery.

Can I make padsicles in advance before birth?
Absolutely — and we strongly recommend it. Brew a strong infusion, soak your maternity pads and freeze them in the last weeks of pregnancy so they are ready the moment you need them. They are one of the most effective sources of immediate relief in the first 48 hours after birth.

Can I use this during pregnancy?
We recommend this specifically for postpartum use. Some of the astringent herbs are best saved for after birth. If you’d like to use it during pregnancy for general relaxation, please consult your midwife first.