Placenta Encapsulation Services
The placenta, the root of our origins that connected us to our parent. For thousands of years, traditional societies have revered this organ for its invaluable benefits after birth. It is the only organ that birthing humans create for the sole purpose of sustaining life during pregnancy. Placentophagy is the process of eating ones own placenta after birth. What once supported baby can now support mama or birthing parent! Curious to learn more? Read more info below about the wonders placenta encapsulation!
Placenta Information
Our westernized world would deem the placenta as “medical waste” only to be disposed of. However, there is nothing wasteful about this sacred organ! Mammals have been eating their placenta for centuries. Filled with beneficial vitamins, hormones, and nutrients to support postpartum recovery. The placenta is full of fiber, potassium, and proteins which in turn have helped people who consumed their placenta with increased milk supply, quicker recovery, and better energy levels. Explore the powerhouse of benefits that consuming placenta may provide.
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According to Robin Lim’s book, “Placenta: The Forgotten Chakra” there is a myriad of benefits to eating the placenta:
Increased effectiveness of mother infant bonding
Reduction of postpartum hemorrage
Protection from ill effects of placental cells that may remain in uterus after birth
Replenishment of mother’s nutrients
Reduction of postpartum depression
Supports lactation
Reduce’s post childbirth pain
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• Oxytocin – the “love hormone” that helps with bonding and emotional wellness
• Prolactin – supports healthy milk production
• Corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH) – a stress-reducing hormone that drops after delivery
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Iron – Restores your body after blood loss and prevent anemia
Vitamin B6 - Helps support adrenal function by calming nervous system and stabilizing mood
Vitamin B12 - Supports red blood cell production and energy recovery
Vitamin E - Helps heal damaged skin cells, aides in immune function, provides antioxidants
Cytokines - They help in the making of new cells, helps heal and replace damaged cells and tissue.
Stem Cells - Help to repair damage done to the body caused by childbirth. Helps you to heal and recover quicker.
The Ceremonial Process of Encapsulation
PRICING $300
Comes with encapsulated placenta pills, placenta print, umbilical cord keepsake, with detailed instructions on storage and dosage.
*$100 nonrefundable deposit upon booking.
Here is a glimpse of how I work with the placenta:
I use dedicated equipment to process placenta to avoid cross contamination. I follow OSHA standards of sanitization and food safety standards, ensuring that every step of the process is held with utmost respect, honor, and care for your sacred placenta.
Following the Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM) method: Placenta is washed, steamed with warming herbs, dehydrated overnight or 12 hours, then powdered and carefully transferred into vegetable capsules. Standard yield for capsules is around 180-200 capsules, but depending on size, yield can vary.
Viola! You have easy-to-ingest nutrient dense capsules that you can take daily to support your postpartum wellness.
What happens after baby arrives?
Here’s what to expect:
✤ Bring a small cooler with you to the hospital or birth center to store your placenta
✤ Tell your birth team that you plan on keeping the placenta and request it be placed over ice immediately following birth.
✤ Let me know when your baby is born—I’ll come to pick up your placenta the same day or the next morning!
✤ Your placenta will be processed using strict safety and sanitation standards.
✤ Once encapsulated over the next couple of days, your placenta capsules will be delivered directly to your home, mindfully packaged, and ready to support your recovery.
