ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Vaginal steaming

Vaginal steaming is when a person sits or squats over a pot of hot water with different herbs and plants in it. The hot steam rises and goes up into their private area because they are not wearing any clothes.

Some people think this can help to make their private area healthier or get rid of things like period cramps or bacteria. But there is not enough scientific evidence to prove that it actually does these things.

It is also important to be careful when trying vaginal steaming because the hot steam can be dangerous if it gets too hot or if the person gets too close to the pot. It's best to speak with a doctor before trying it.