Bengkung style wrap I’ll use starting 1-2 days after delivery to help bind my stomach and hip bones back together. Belly binding and hip binding takes advantage of this softened state and pushes the hips and the separated abdomen back together as the body firms up. Especially hoping this helps as I have Ehlers danlos syndrome and my muscles always need some extra support. I didn’t know anything about this with my first pregnancy and I’m very excited to actually care for myself this postpartum period.
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Placenta encapsulation, often referred to as PE is the process of dehydrating and encapsulating (putting into capsules) a placenta. This includes making a tincture out of your placenta and salves/balms/body butters. There are three methods used-I use: Simple Raw: the placenta is put to dehydrate in it raw state, best if your looking for the most nutrient dense product. Steaming: I use a variation…
Here’s some belly binding information, to help you as you decide what you need and want. Types of belly binding available? Traditionally, binding involved long strips of cloth wound firmly around the midsection after giving birth. As a new mother’s abdomen contracted down, the cloth was shortened and tightened. Cloth Techniques: Asian Belly Binding “Bengkung” Bengkung is a traditional…
Many individuals ask about this practice, with as much curiosity as they do Yoni Eggs! Why belly binding? What does it do? How does belly binding benefit the individual? It is believed that when an individual is gestating (pregnant) that they are open. Essentially that is true and when they birth, they are even more open. While gestating your body transforms and changes to accommodate the needs…
Every baby is different and every pregnancy (gestation) is different. Childbirth education will help answer many questions about the mechanics of pregnancy and birth, and how to flow with the changes and transpositions that happen, in a way that helps you find comfort and support. My class will help you build a better understanding of gestation- what is happening at each stage, expectations and…
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Bengkung Belly Wrap Binding Postpartum Wrap Women in many indigenous cultures worldwide have traditionally wrapped their torso and upper hips after birth as well as during their menstrual cycle for womb support and pelvic relief. As a new mom, you may have reservations about spending money on something for yourself, however one thing I always recommend is postpartum belly binding! It may be all about the baby now, but mama still needs to heal, the fourth trimester is crucial for her health and wellness not only now, but along the years as she continues to be the backbone of her family and community. Wrapping after Birth Will: Support Womb and Pelvis Bring Split Abdominal Muscles Back Together Aid in Fitness and Healing Aid in Waist Training Wrapping During Your Period: Provide Womb Support May Ease Cramps May Shorten Bleeding Time You will be able to choose either: S/M (12) M/L (15) L/XL (18) Depending on your size! Feel free to ask me any questions about sizing, however the general rule for S/M is a waist of approximately 46 or less, and a L/XL I would recommend for 1X+. Please contact me for help with sizing! It may differ for you depending on how drastically you changed during pregnancy, how long postpartum you are, or even if you are pregnant right now. Your kit will include: (1) Belly Wrap made of a high quality 100% cotton Batik or African Fabric (I will show you your options of whichever you prefer and you will pick your top 3) (1) Bag that can double as a cloth to place on top of any oils or paste you wish to put on your stomach. (1) Sheet of instructions on how to use the product. (1) Free Waistbead to help track inches on waist. Please choose your waist size (measured in inches) in relation to the size Belly Binding cloth you have chosen. Best of luck on your journey on the Path of the Goddess! Tahtahme
Hi, It’s Queen Tahtahme, your resident African Hedgewitch Doula and host of this blog, The Path of a Goddess as well as the owner of etsy.com/shop/ThePathofaGoddess. Just a reminder of womb care--Don’t sell yourself short, don’t forget to take care of yourself, don’t forget to take care of your womb. It is special, it is amazing, just like you and you need to take that time to heal yourself! I am trained by ICTC in the old Granny Midwife tradition, so if you have any questions about belly binding/ waist training, doulas, birth, reproduction, wombs, or anything else you can think of, send me a message or email me at [email protected]. I am on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest too, just look up “tahtahme”
