Placenta Encapsulation in Maryland
Placenta Encapsulation has been practiced in Traditional Chinese Medicine for centuries to treat postpartum hormonal imbalances, support mental health, and to aid in the relief of fatigue and lactation issues after giving birth.
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What is Placenta Encapsulation?
Placenta encapsulation is the practice of processing a birthing parent's placenta after childbirth, transforming it into capsules for consumption. This age-old practice draws inspiration from traditional medicine beliefs across various cultures. The theory is that the placenta contains a rich source of beneficial hormones, vitamins, and minerals – such as iron, progesterone, and others – important for postpartum recovery.
What are the purported benefits?
Advocates of placenta encapsulation believe it can offer a range of advantages for new parents, including:
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Replenishing depleted iron stores: Iron deficiency is common after giving birth, meaning you'll have a low maternal postpartum iron status. Proponents suggest the iron in the placenta may help boost energy levels and reduce fatigue.
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Supporting hormonal balance: The hormones within the placenta may help ease the transition into the postpartum period and potentially reduce the risk of mood swings or postpartum depression.
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Promoting milk production: Some believe consuming the placenta can stimulate lactation and increase breast milk supply.
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Providing an overall sense of wellbeing: Placenta encapsulation advocates report feeling more emotionally balanced and experiencing faster physical recovery during the postpartum period - lots of positive psychological effects.
As you can see, from reducing the risk of postpartum depression through maternal ingestion of desiccated placenta to disease control, increased milk production, and more, this is a holistic approach that many mothers swear by.
While scientific research is limited, this is something postpartum mothers have done for nutritional benefits for centuries in countries around the world and still do to this day.
The Placenta Encapsulation Process
During this two days process that takes 4 hours total, the placenta is steamed, dried, powdered and put into 80-140 capsules or placenta pills.
In the case of a hospital birth, you will work with your birth team to ensure your placenta is put on ice and safely stored in a mini cooler, and transferred to your home refrigerator as soon as possible.
In the case of a home birth, your placenta never leaves your home! In either case, your Encapsulator brings equipment to your house, completely sanitizes the work space, and leaves your kitchen spotless.
Thorough instructions on dosage and storage will be provided by the Encapsulator, who will follow-up after a week as well.
Full service Placenta Encapsulation cost is $399.
Placenta Encapsulation service includes:
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Placenta Process - thoroughly sanitizing the workspace, dehydrating and filling into swallowable capsules.
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Placenta Capsules - you will receive 80-140 capsules, depending on your placenta size, in vegetarian gelcaps.
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Placenta Guide - a simple printed instructions and schedule for how to store and consume your capsules.
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Placenta Prints - two beautiful 11" x 14" prints using the placenta, umbilical cord, and blood to cherish!
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Umbilical Keepsake - the life-giving umbilical cord as a memento of your baby's birth, dried in a cute bag.
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Postpartum Broth - this is what the placenta is steamed in, which offers similar benefits to capsules!
Placenta Encapsulation in Baltimore and the surrounding area is included.
A $25 driving fee is added for 30 miles of driving, from zip code 21030, + $1 for each mile thereafter.
Meet our Placenta Encapsulation Specialists
Shanté Ferguson
Birth Doula, Breastfeeding Specialist
"I specialize in caring/loving for others by tapping into my intuitions and listening to my heart. The approach that I really listen to my heart, how I feel, and let my soul guide me with each family that I assist. So far that has had great results.
Odile Penet
Placenta Encapsulation Specialist +
Childbirth Educator
Odile Penet (Pronounced “Oh-deel”) – She/Her/Hers – is a Certified Childbirth Doula (DONA International), a Postpartum Doula/Baby Nurse (IFSI, France), a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator, Certified Self-Hypnosis for Childbirth Instructor, and a PBi trained Placenta Encapsulation Specialist.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Placenta Encapsulation?
Placenta Encapsulation (known as human maternal placentophagy) involves processing the placenta, a vital organ shared by mother and baby during pregnancy, into consumable capsules.
This practice, rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, is said to help balance postpartum hormonal imbalances, support mental health, alleviate fatigue, and aid lactation issues after giving birth, all through stem cells.
How is the Placenta Encapsulation Process Performed?
The process spans two days and approximately four hours total. Following birth, the placenta is steamed, dried, powdered, and encapsulated, resulting in 80-140 capsules based on the placenta's size.
For hospital births, a Certified Placenta Encapsulator works with the hospital to safely retrieve and process your placenta tissue. For home births, your placenta never leaves your residence.
How Much Does Placenta Encapsulation Cost?
A $25 driving fee is added for 30 miles of driving, from zip code 21030, + $1 for each mile thereafter.
How soon after birth will the process take place?
Once the service is reserved, it is crucial that you contact your Encapsulation Specialist as soon as possible once you're in labor and again after the birth of your baby. This provides us with adequate time to prepare. The placenta must be put on ice, and encapsulated within 72 hours (or put in the freezer to extend that time).
What Happens if my Placenta is unable to be encapsulated?
There are situations when it is not recommended for a placenta to be consumed - like in the case of an infection. If for any reason you cancel your encapsulation service, you are eligible for a 85% refund (15% is retained for admin fees).
Where does encapsulation take place?
It is up to you and your partner or support team to put your placenta on ice and transport to your home, where our Encapsulator will schedule to arrive to begin the encapsulation process. Unfortunately we do not perform these services in the hospital or at our studio.
How Do I Schedule Placenta Encapsulation Services?
To book Placenta Encapsulation services, you can visit The Womb Room's website and follow the prompts to "Pay for Placenta Services".
How Do I Contact The Womb Room for Questions About Placenta Encapsulation?
For inquiries related to Placenta Encapsulation, you can email The Womb Room at Education@WombRoom.Mom.
Remember, The Womb Room in Maryland is eager to support you during your postpartum journey with professional and compassionate care.