{"product_id":"postpartum-sitz-soak-bath","title":"Postpartum Sitz Soak Bath","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eA sitz bath is a warm, shallow bath that cleanses and soothes the perineum. It provides relief from pain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003e, itching,\u003cspan\u003e haemorrhoids and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003etears from child birth and labour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eAfter going through labour and having your baby, you are going to be sore, swollen, achey, and may also experience perineal tearing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ white-space-prewrap\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eWhy take a Sitz Bath?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eSoaking in our Sitz tub and using our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bubbabumpbaby.com.au\/collections\/postpartum\/products\/postpartum-herbal-sitz-bath-soak-500g\"\u003esitz soak \u003c\/a\u003ewill help relieve constipation, reduce any perineal trauma and swelling, help alleviate itchiness and rid yourself of those pesky haemorrhoids.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ white-space-prewrap\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eThey're especially recommended for women who have recently given birth vaginally as the temperature of the water used in a sitz bath increases blood flow to the perineal area and promotes faster healing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e \u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eBy sitting in our ergonomic and specially designed tub you can relieve your itchiness as you heal, cleanse yourself effectively and help to ward off infections as you recover from the marathon of\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ white-space-prewrap\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003epregnancy, labour and childbirth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ white-space-prewrap\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eHow to take a Sitz Bath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e \u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eOur Sitz Bath fits effortlessly on top of your toilet meaning taking a sitz bath is easy as 1, 2 3. No bath is needed - just your sitz bath, sitz soak and water. Once done soaking, our smart design means you just tip it down the loo and fold it down into its discreet design. No mess and ultimate postpartum healing!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ white-space-prewrap\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eLift the toilet lid and seat. Place your sitz bath bowl on the rim of your toilet. Make sure the bowl is firmly in place and won’t move around.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eFill the sitz bath bowl with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003elukewarm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003e water \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003e(NOT HOT)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eThe water should cover your perineum. Make sure the water temperature is comfortable. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eAny discomfort discontinue use immediately.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eAdd your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bubbabumpbaby.com.au\/collections\/postpartum\/products\/postpartum-herbal-sitz-bath-soak-500g\"\u003epostpartum sitz soak\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eto the water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003e(always check ingredients and do a patch test first)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eThe bowl has slots in the back. This lets water flow out so it doesn’t overflow onto the floor and allows easy clean up once done.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eGently sit down on the sitz bath bowl. Hold on to a railing or ask for help from a family member, friend, or caregiver if needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eIf you have a wound, the water may cause pain at first, but the pain should ease. Make sure the area that needs treating is under the water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALWAYS CHECK WITH YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IF YOU HAVE ANY HESITATIONS OR CONCERNS\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eSit in the water for 10 to 20 minutes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eAdd more warm water as needed to keep the water comfortable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eGet up slowly from the tub or toilet. Hold on to a railing. Or ask for help from a family member, friend, or caregiver if needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eGently pat your anal area, perineum, and genitals dry with a clean towel. Don’t rub the area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eWash your hands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eWash the bathtub or sitz bath bowl with soap and water after each use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eUse a sitz bath 2 to 3 times a day, or as often as your healthcare provider advises.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eSitz baths have healing properties which include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eIncreasing blood flow to the perineum, vulva, vagina, etc. Warm water increases blood flow, which can help promote healing and reduce swelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eIncreased blood flow and soothing properties can also help relieve itching and pain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eAids in healing haemorrhoids.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003ePromotes relaxation which can help with cramping, constipation and overall discomfort.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eWarmth can help relax sore pelvic muscles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eCleanses the area which can feel a bit yucky with the combination of lochia (postpartum bleeding and discharge), sweating, and wearing a sanitary pad.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eHow soon after childbirth can I have a sitz bath?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eAlways check with your healthcare provider as to what they recommend. Most often within the first couple of days is ok but\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003ealways run it past your healthcare team first.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ white-space-prewrap\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"JsGRdQ\"\u003eIncluded is a discreet carry and storage case. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"mylittlecubs\u0026co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42457261539482,"sku":null,"price":31.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0072\/6312\/5594\/products\/image_249a7f8d-3e0f-4b56-8ae3-3b06b8af30b1.webp?v=1662038384","url":"https:\/\/www.mylittlecubsnco.com.au\/products\/postpartum-sitz-soak-bath","provider":"mylittlecubs\u0026co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}