Placenta Encapsulation

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the benefits?

* Can help with postpartum depression symptoms and/or postpartum hormone fluctuations to become stable
* Can increase lactation supply in nursing mothers
* Improves sleep quality in postpartum insomnia cases (yep, that's a thing)
* Help with energy levels and lethargy in a tired postpartum parent (increased iron levels)
* Encourage a feeling of well-being within 1/2 hour of consuming pills.

What is the process?

We use the Traditional Chinese Method of encapsulation where the placenta is steamed with lemon and ginger and then dehydrated and ground to a fine powder. It is then placed into pill form for your consumption. It is done in our own placenta dedicated kitchen which is very assuring to our families who prefer not to have it done in their homes.

How many pills will i get?

The placenta size correlates to the baby’s size in most cases. The placenta yields between 100-200 pills. Most average around 130-160. You also will receive your umbilical cord keepsake in a decorative bag and your placenta tincture. This tincture will allow you the benefits of your pills long after your pills are consumed and even into menopause.

Can I take them if I am GBS positive or if my placenta has meconium?

Yes, you can. We prepare your placenta in a dedicated kitchen just for this purpose. Your placenta is thoroughly cleaned and steamed using the traditional Chinese method of encapsulation. This ensures that any bacteria is destroyed and then dehydrated to ensure maximum safety measures. The only circumstance we would not recommend encapsulating is if you had infection of the placenta.

What do I need to encapsulate?

You will need to have a small cooler to store the placenta in after you have had your baby. It is around the size of a dinner plate, so any small cooler will work. The hospital usually puts it in a plastic-lidded container first and/or a biohazard bag.  Make sure to put plenty of ice over and under the placenta within 2 hours of birth.  Most folks buy a styrofoam cooler and we usually dispose of it for you. If you are writing a birth plan, make sure to include that you will be keeping your placenta.

How will I know when to take the pills?

You will be given instructions on how to consume your pills and included tincture.

What is included in the price?

You will have your placenta picked up from the hospital and returned to you at the hospital or home. Placenta pills, tincture, cord keepsake in a decorative bag and some instructions and various manufacturers samples. You will also be added to the Aussie Doula in-person meetups and secret Facebook group.

What do I do when I have had the baby?

Let your encapsulator know via email when you are in labor. If it is during the day you can call, but if it is during the overnight hours, please email us. (we appreciate our sleep as our phones are always on for our birth clients)

We will come to the hospital/birth center/home, to pick up your placenta and then bring it back to you the following day.

You will receive your pills with instructions on how to take them as well as your cord keepsake and placenta tincture which will allow you to receive the benefits of your placenta after the pills are consumed. The tincture can be very helpful for when your period returns and even into menopause.