According to a study in 2013, “Human Maternal Placentophagy: A Survey of Self-Reported Motivations & Experiences Associated with Placenta Consumption” there are 14 benefits to placenta encapsulation that were repeatedly reported (You will likely not see all of these benefits but will see a combination of them).
- Alleviated postpartum bleeding
- Helping the uterus shrink
- Improved and accelerated healing & recovery
- Reduced postpartum pain
- Prevention & treatment of anemia
- Improved lactation
- Facilitated bonding with newborn
- Increased strength
- Accelerated weight loss
- Prevention & relief of headaches
- Treatment & prevention of hypothyroidism
- Replenishment & regulation of hormones
- Improved quality of sleep
- Increased libido
Placenta Encapsulation: $275
-I pick up the placenta and drop it off within 48 hours.
-Complimentary cord keepsake & placenta print.
You can choose to have someone drop it off to me and pick it up when it’s finished for a discount of $50 bringing down the cost to $225.
Add ons:
-Tincture: $30
-Salve: $30
-Placenta smoothies instead of capsules: $250
If you are interested in placenta encapsulation & doula packages visit my birth services page. For other placenta, inquiries fill out this form:
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