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Providing support for birthing families since 2009

Placenta Encapsulation*Please note, I am not offering placenta encapsulation at this time.

​​​​​The placenta is composed of beneficial hormones, chemicals, iron, and proteins. These healing substances include:
  • Estrogen, Progesterone, Testosterone: Contributes to mammary gland development in preparation for lactation; stabilizes postpartum mood; regulates post-birth uterine cramping; decreases depression; normalizes and stimulates libido.
  • Prolactin: Promotes lactation; increases milk supply; enhances the mothering instinct.
  • Oxytocin: Decreases pain and increases bonding in mother and infant; counteracts the production of stress hormones such as Cortisol; greatly reduces postpartum bleeding; enhances the breastfeeding let-down reflex.
  • Placental Opioid-Enhancing Factor (POEF): Stimulates the production of your body’s natural opioids, including endorphins; reduces pain; increases well-being.
  • Thyroid Stimulating Hormone: Regulates the thyroid gland; boosts energy and supports recovery from stressful events.
  • Corticotropin Releasing Hormone (CRH): Low levels of CRH are implicated in postpartum depression. Regulation of CRH helps prevent depression.
  • Cortisone: Reduces inflammation and swelling; promotes healing.
  • Interferon: Triggers the protective defenses of the immune system to fight infection.
  • Prostaglandins: Regulates contractions in the uterus after birth; helps uterus return to its pre-pregnancy size. Anti-inflammatory effects.
  • Iron: Replenishes maternal iron stores to combat anemia, a common postpartum condition. Increases energy; decreases fatigue and depression.
  • Hemoglobin: Oxygen-carrying molecule which provides a boost in energy.
  • Urokinase Inhibiting Factor and Factor XIII: stops bleeding and enhances wound healing.
  • Immunoglobulin G (IgG): Antibody molecules which support the immune system.
  • Human Placental Lactogen (hPL): This hormone has lactogenic and growth-promoting properties; promotes mammary gland growth in preparation for lactation in the mother. It also regulates maternal glucose, protein, and fat levels.
I use the "Westernized interpretation of Traditional Chinese" method to prepare your placenta capsules within 24 hours of your birth. OSHA standards of cleanliness are followed.  
​Your placenta is steamed with orange peel, lemon, and ginger. It is heated, dehydrated, ground by hand, and encapsulated in unflavored vegetarian capsules. I will deliver them to your home within 48 hours of pickup.  Dosage and storage instructions are included.  
*Herbs may be added to your placenta steam upon request. 

In addition to all of the benefits you see above, your placenta capsules may be frozen for use later. They are even helpful during symptoms of menopause.  

The investment is 200.00. This fee is payable at time of pickup.  *Additional 3.00 fee for credit card transactions.

Ingesting placenta has not been evaluated by the FDA. 
FDA Disclaimer:These statements have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration (FDA). These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease

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