Which method of placenta encapsulation is best?

We recommend the Traditional Chinese Method form of encapsulation to all of our clients, especially those with any history of depression or anxiety. We have found through studies and other woman’s experience that the Raw method of prep if much too strong for most new mothers.

What is the process of placenta encapsulation?

In the placenta encapsulation process, the placenta is steamed, dehydrated, ground into a powder and sealed in vitamin-size capsules. There are companies that will do it for you, and if you work with a doula, she might offer the service as well. Some moms opt to find instructions online and go the DIY route.

How do you eat raw placenta?

The most common placenta preparation — creating a capsule — is made by steaming and dehydrating the placenta or processing the raw placenta. People have also been known to eat the placenta raw, cooked, or in smoothies or liquid extracts.

How do you preserve placenta for encapsulation?

Your placenta should be stored in a refrigerator below 8°C after the cord is cut, however not all hospitals will allow you to use their fridge/freezer. This is why it is important to be prepared with either a cool bag or Placenta Collection Kit option.

What is a placenta tincture?

A placenta tincture is made by infusing dehydrated placenta in alcohol – we use a high-quality, gluten-free vodka. The preparation time is approximately six weeks. Placenta tincture may be used after the capsules are gone in times of stress, anxiety and emotional lows.

How long do you steam a placenta?

The placenta is drained of blood, steamed, dehydrated at 160 F for 12-24 hours, and ground up to be placed into capsules.

What is the purpose of placenta encapsulation?

Pros of Placenta Encapsulation The possible benefits of placenta encapsulation include: a decrease in postpartum mood disorders, increased production of oxytocin, a decrease in stress hormones, restoration of iron levels following bleeding after birth, and increased milk supply.

What do hospitals do with placentas?

Hospitals treat placentas as medical waste or biohazard material. The newborn placenta is placed in a biohazard bag for storage. Some hospitals keep the placenta for a period of time in case the need arises to send it to pathology for further analysis.

Can you eat placenta raw?

Shortly after birth, mothers may take their placenta pills as a daily supplement. For mothers with a stronger stomach, eating the placenta raw — in a smoothie, for example — or cooking and preparing it for a meal may be preferable.

What can I do with leftover placenta pills?

On average, placenta capsules have a 2 years shelf life if stored properly. After the initial postnatal period, any leftover capsules can be transferred to a ziplock bag, and stored in the freezer to use as needed.

What do you use placenta tincture for?

Top 10 Benefits of Placenta Tincture

• Balance postpartum hormonal fluctuations.
• Help reduce symptoms of PMS.
• Soothe indigestion for mom and baby.
• Decrease insomnia and sleep disorders.
• Ease childhood infections (rashes)
• Reduce colic and teething in baby.

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