Placenta Encapsulation

Placentophagy is the act of mammals consuming their own placenta after giving birth.

Due to the fact that placenta contains high levels of prostaglandin the process of involution or a shrinking/return to former size of the uterus occurs as well as the cleaning out of the uterus of postpartum debris. Placenta contains low doses of oxytocin which help support production of breast milk as well as ease the muscles around the mammary cells in the breasts. Consuming the placenta is also known to support postpartum mental health and rebalancing of the hormones, therefore helping to avoid postpartum depression. In Traditional Chinese Medicine placenta is considered one of the most potent tonifying herbs. It is referred to in the herbal pharmacopeia as Zi He Che, and in latin as Hominis Placenta. It warms the body, tonifies and restores blood that may have been lost while giving birth, restores the liver and kidneys, and restores lost energy and resources therefore helping to strengthen the body and reduce symptoms of fatigue. Placenta is also considered an immunostimulant. 

Forms of consuming placenta:

Fresh frozen - blended in smoothies (best for the first day or 2 postpartum.)

*Encapsulation Options:

– Raw Dehydrated: from its raw form it is dehydrated at 115 degrees until completely dry.

– Steamed dehydrated:  from it’s raw form it is first steamed with other herbs then dehydrated & put into vegetable capsules (this is the preferred method for best absorption by the human body.)

Is there any reason it would not be considered appropriate to consume the placenta?
Placenta cannot be used if there is an infection of the placenta known as chorioamnionitis which is an infection between the two layers of the amniotic sac or if the baby is born with an infection.

How soon do you start taking placenta as a postpartum supplement?
It is best to have it prepared for you as soon as possible and start consuming it within the first 24-48 hours. If fresh frozen, taking it in a smoothie the same day is great. If encapsulated this is usually done within 36-48 hours and delivered to you to start taking in all the goodness immediately and help the body begin the healing and recovery process faster. 

Your Placenta Care Package includes about 80-100 capsules of dehydrated placenta (varies according to size), Umbilical cord Heart shaped Keepsake (not always possible), as well as an optional choice of several pieces fresh frozen placenta. Fresh Raw Placenta can be frozen for immediate use in smoothies while the rest of the placenta is being encapsulated.

Encapsulated: $475-$500 

Be sure to discuss birth day possibilities to ensure availability and reserve your special day.