Postpartum Herbal Bath Recipe | Sitz Bath
A postpartum herbal bath is exactly what every new mother needs during those early days. Here is a blend of herbs and safe salts carefully selected for you to prepare ahead and have on hand when you are ready!
Equipment
- Jar with lid
Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons Yarrow Achillea Millefolium
- 4 tablespoons Plantain Leaf Plantago Lanceolata
- 3 tablespoons Lavender Lavender Angustifolia
- 2 tablespoons Calendula Calendula Officinalis
- 2 tablespoons Chamomile Matricaria Chamomilla
- ¼ cup Epsom Salt optional
Instructions
- Measure out and combine the herbs and (optional) Epsom Salt. Mix it all up well!
- Store the postpartum herbal bath tea blend in a sterile glass jar with a lid until ready for use.
- Measure out ½-1 cup of the herbal blend.
- Fill a pot with water and bring it to a boil.
- Remove from heat.
- Add your herbs and allow them to steep for about 1 hour.
- Optional: Stir until the salts are fully dissolved into the tea.
- Fill the bath up with warm water to just above your thighs.
- Using your metal strainer to catch the loose herbs, pour your brewed tea into the bath.
- Enjoy your bath!
Notes
- Talk to your healthcare provider(s) before taking a bath to get the green light. Be sure to mention that you plan to implement a postpartum herbal bath recipe to support your recovery.
- Disclaimer: This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to take the place of individual medical care.