In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of vaginal steaming (V-steaming) – a practice that’s piqued the curiosity of many patients at our clinic. What does the "V" stand for? Why are patients so intrigued? We’re joined by Dr. Naomi Machimura, a Chinese Medicine Doctor & Acupuncturist with over 15 years of clinical experience, to unpack this unique treatment modality rooted in Chinese medicine and its applications for women’s health.Meet Dr. Naomi Machimura:Background: Dr. Naomi has been practicing acupuncture for over 15 years. She’s passionate about helping women through holistic care. Through her work at Revive Qi, she integrates acupuncture, herbal medicine, and functional medicine to address the root causes of illness.Journey to V-Steaming: Dr. Naomi discovered V-steaming during her own fertility journey at age 43 while trying to conceive her second son. A friend introduced her to a simple Japanese steaming stool, sparking her interest. After successfully conceiving a few months later, she began offering V-steaming to her community, particularly for women nearing 40 seeking fertility support.Specialties: Fertility, gynecological health, perimenopause/menopause support, postpartum recovery, and healthy aging & longevity.What You'll Learn in This Episode:* The origins and benefits of V-steam in traditional medicine* Herbs used in V-steam treatments and their healing properties* How V-steam can support painful menstruation, fertility, postpartum recovery, and menopause* The role of V-steam in IUI & IVF protocols* How to time V-steam sessions for optimal results* At home V-Steam options with custom blended herbs* Precautions, contraindications, and at-home V-steam tipsWhether you're navigating fertility, postpartum healing, or menopause, this episode is packed with holistic wisdom to support every phase of a woman’s life.🎧 Tune in now! Listen on Spotify or Apple Podcast. Connect with Dr. Naomi Machimura:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agebeautifullyacupuncture/Website: https://www.naomimachimura.comClinic Website: https://www.reviveqi.comConnect with Dr. Tina Yang and Revive Qi Health & Fertility Center:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tinayang_acufertilitydoctor/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/revive_qi/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@revive_qiWebsite: https://www.reviveqi.comIf you are looking to optimize your fertility or your overall health with acupuncture, Chinese medicine and functional medicine, book a Free 15 minute consult with one of our acupuncturists at Revive Qi: https://www.reviveqi.com/pages/book-an-appointmentAdditional Resources:Recorded workshops and education tips on women's health are available on Revive Qi's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWQgzkihssVRElS0sd34iRQ

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