Herbal Baths for Postpartum- A Ritual of Reclamation

The bath is a holy temple in the postpartum home. A place where mamas return to their bodies, let go of tension, and soften into their healing.

Ayurveda calls on herbs not just for skin or womb care, but to bring the entire being—physical, emotional, and energetic—into harmony.

Benefits of Postpartum Herbal Baths

• Soothes the perineum and stitches

• Reduces swelling, bruising, and soreness

• Promotes uterine tone and energetic closure

• Calms the nervous system and supports sleep

• Grounds and clears the womb space

Herbal Allies for the Bath

• Calendula – anti-inflammatory, skin healing

• Lavender – calming and antimicrobial

• Rose – heart-softening, emotional integration

• Chamomile – soothing and anti-anxiety

• Red Raspberry Leaf – tones uterus and supports tissue recovery

• Yarrow – for wounds, bleeding, and cleansing

How to Create a Simple Herbal Bath

1. In a large pot, simmer 1 cup dried herbs in 2–3 quarts water for 15–20 minutes

2. Strain into a warm bath or basin

3. Sit, soak, and let your body be anointed in medicine

This isn’t just bathing—it’s a return to wholeness.