Have you ever had a sitz bath?
A sitz bath is an all-natural and generally safe way to help soothe discomfort in the perineum area. More often than not, it helps with hemorrhoids and postpartum recovery.
The word sitz comes from the German word “sitzen” which means to sit. It’s a simple and uncomplicated way to address common problems.
Wondering what benefits you can get from an epsom salt bath? Here are some of them:
Relief For Hemorrhoids
Hemorrhoids are generally uncomfortable. They often come with burning, aching, and itching in the lower body region. Sitz baths are most popular for soothing hemorrhoids. It’s very affordable and easy to do right in the comforts of your own home.
Quicker Recovery After Birth
After giving birth, women need all the help they can get. A sitz bath is an easy way to deal with the discomfort that comes with childbirth. Some new mothers prefer to add essential oils or epsom salt for additional benefits.
Cleansing The Perineal Area
Even those who don’t have problems can benefit from a sitz bath, as it can help clean the lower body area without the chemicals.
How To Take A Sitz Bath
You can take a sitz bath up to three times daily, for ten to fifteen minutes each session. For an even more relaxing experience, you might want to add epsom salt to your sitz bath.
At Better Bath Better Body, we have a special Sitz Bath Soak with juniper and niaouli essential oils designed to soothe and promote relaxation.
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