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To take a sitz bath, you can use a plastic basin designed to fit inside a standard toilet seat. You can also take a sitz bath in a regular bathtub – be sure to clean it first. 💜Start by filling the basin with 2 to 3 inches of clean water. The water should be just deep enough to cover your perineum. You want the temperature to be warm, but not so hot that it burns the delicate skin down there. 💜If you desire, add bath salts to the water (1 to 2 tablespoons of bath salts if using a basin, 1/2 cu

🛁 *How to Use a Sitz Bath:* 1. *Choose your setup:* place your sitzbath ontop ogmf your toilet 2. *Fill with warm water & add some salt:* Not too hot – about 3-4 inches deep or enough to cover the affected area. About a pinch of salt will do. 3. *Soak for 15–20 minutes:* Sit comfortably and relax. Use the pump to gently apply water pressure to the tears 4. Gently dry the area with a soft towel or air dry. 5. Clean the basin thoroughly after each use. Some tips after use: Wear loose cotton under