We could write LOTS regarding the subject. Here’s the short of it...

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Proponents feel strongly that consuming placenta has many benefits that support a newly postpartum mother which include

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• Potential to stop a postpartum bleed.

• Balancing postpartum hormones which many believe can relieves symptoms of postpartum depression.

• Boost lactation.

• Increase energy.

• Iron rich.

 

Opponents say that no conclusive evidence exists proving that placenta imparts any benefits at all and may even cause harmful effects and therefore caution against the practice. Anecdotal stories lean heavily toward positive effects. Many see these experiences shared by mothers’ superseding evidence to the contrary.

 

As always, our philosophy of support and education coupled with the knowledge that each mother has an innate sense of what is best for her body and her baby, greatly encourages exploration into what we as parents feel is most appropriate.

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There are many options to choose from. Listed are some of the more popular preparations.

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Dehydration & Encapsulation

When requesting encapsulation, there are two basic forms to choose from...

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Raw

• Placenta is sliced

• Dehydrated

• Ground down

• Encapsulated

• Stored in dark glass
   

Traditional Chinese Medicine aka “TCM”

• Placenta is first steamed with warming and grounding components: ginger, hot pepper, lemon

• Sliced

• Dehydrated

• Ground down

• Encapsulated in gelatin capsules (vegan caps available upon request)

• Stored in dark glass jars

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Tincture

• A portion of placenta - raw or “TCM” is steeped in high alcohol content spirits

• Stored in dark colored dropper top glass for several weeks to infuse spirit with desired properties then utilized for longer term benefits.
   

Smoothies

• A small piece of raw placenta blended with your favorite smoothie ingredients

• Prepared smoothie can be delivered with placenta caps along with a portion of raw placenta to utilize at home to make additional smoothies

• Portion of placenta can be cut up, frozen in ice cube trays and utilized in smoothies over a longer period of time.

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DIY Instruction

In person or via video call

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In--Home Prep

Whole foods meal utilizing placenta as main ingredient.

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There remains many more options. Seek out information, explore choices, find what feels best for yourself. Come up with your own ideas! Not sure which option to choose, more than one feels appropriate? Who says you have to utilize only one method of preparation!? Still have questions, would like to discuss further? Reach out and let us know!