(Yes, Your Pelvic Floor, Vagina and Perineum,Will Thank You)

Whether you’ve just had your baby vaginally or by cesarean, your body deserves serious support as it begins the healing process. Everyone in the birth world is talking about ‘postpartum depletion’ but nobody is sharing how incredibly effective red light therapy can be during this intense time. Red light therapy (also called photobiomodulation or PBMT) offers a gentle, non-invasive way to reduce swelling and accelerate tissue healing more quickly and without the side effects of medication.

And the pelvic floor wand is a perfect fit for postpartum recovery. Compact, easy to use, and specifically designed for delicate tissue, it’s one of the most helpful, under-the-radar tools for new moms.

Why Red, Blue Light Therapy and Near Infrared?

Red & Near-Infrared Light: Stimulates your mitochondria to create more cellular energy (ATP), helping tissues repair faster, reduce inflammation, and ease discomfort.
Blue Light: Antibacterial. Can help reduce the risk or severity of infections (including yeast infections) a major bonus in the early days postpartum.

The Fringe Wand is the only red light therapy device for intimate health that includes NIR (near infrared light to penetrate deeply into the pelvis).

Red, Near Infra Red + Blue (415 nm)

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Immediate Use: External Relief for Perineal Swelling and Discomfort

You do not need to insert the wand into the vagina to benefit. In fact, in the first few days and weeks postpartum, the best way to use the wand is externally gently placed along the vulvar tissues and perineum.

You can:

Place it gently against the vulva (on bare skin) to help reduce perineal swelling, bruising, and tenderness from a vaginal birth, including tearing, or episiotomy.
Use it daily for a 10 minutes to support tissue healing and pain relief.
Switch to blue light if you're showing signs of a vaginal or perineal infection (always check with your care provider if you suspect an infection).

How to use the Fringe pelvic wand immediately after a vaginal birth.

❄️ Padsicles vs. Red Light Therapy

Padsicles (frozen postpartum pads) are often suggested for soothing early swelling and pain - but here’s what most moms don’t realize:

Cold constricts blood vessels. This may bring temporary numbing relief, but it also slows down blood flow, which is crucial for healing. That means your body may have a harder time delivering healing immune cells to the area and removing waste products.

In contrast, red light therapy increases circulation, supports tissue regeneration, and helps your body do what it’s designed to do - heal.

Healing After a Vaginal Birth

Whether you have perineal injury or not, your pelvic floor and perineal tissues need support. Using the red light wand externally:

Reduces inflammation and soreness
Helps sutures heal faster
Minimizes scarring
Promotes healthy blood flow

Once you’ve fully healed (usually after your 6-week checkup or as cleared by your provider), you can optionally begin intravaginal use for pelvic floor support and deeper tissue regeneration.

Red Light Therapy for Breastfeeding Vaginal Dryness

Let’s talk about something no one really warns you about, breastfeeding vaginal dryness. Yep, it’s a thing. When your estrogen levels dip during nursing, it can leave you feeling, well… not quite like yourself down there. But here’s the good news: you don’t have to just “deal with it.” Using a red light pelvic wand for just a few minutes a day can help bring back blood flow, boost collagen (hello, elasticity), and support natural moisture, no hormones or awkward creams required. It’s one of my favorite gentle go-to’s for postpartum healing that helps you feel more like you again.

Cesarean Recovery: Support Beyond the Scar

A cesarean is major abdominal surgery and even though your vagina is intact you’ve had months of pelvic floor strain simply from pregnancy. The wand supports both.

🔴 Over Your Cesarean Scar

You can begin using red light therapy immediately after the dressing is removed. Place the wand gently along the scar for a few minutes daily to:

Accelerate wound healing
Reduce pain and tightness
Improve scar appearance and tissue mobility

🔵 Use Blue Light to Reduce Infection Risk

Did you know infection is one of the leading reasons for postpartum hospital readmission after a cesarean? Blue light has proven antibacterial effects and may help reduce superficial bacterial colonization when used around (not on open) surgical sites. If you're concerned about your scar looking red, irritated, or warm, consult your provider first, then consider adding a few minutes of blue light to your care routine.

🌟 Don't Forget Your Pelvic Floor

You may not have pushed, but your pelvic floor still took a hit during pregnancy. Once you’re cleared to begin postpartum movement (typically around 6 weeks), red/NIR light therapy can help:

Restore neuromuscular function
Improve blood flow to pelvic tissues
Support healthy bladder function and sensation

Use the wand externally, or internally later on, depending on your recovery timeline and provider guidance.

Your postpartum recovery matters. The red light pelvic wand is a science-backed, mom-approved tool to support your recovery whether you're dealing with perineal swelling, cesarean scars, or simply the physical toll of bringing your beautiful baby into the world.

You did the hard part. Now let the healing begin - beautifully, gently, and on your terms.

Tracy

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