Placenta Encapsulation
Honor the Fourth Trimester
As you prepare to welcome your little one, you’re likely exploring every option to support your postpartum recovery. At Freya Birth, we offer a time-honored practice that’s gaining popularity among modern mothers: placenta encapsulation. Our compassionate specialists are here to guide you through this incredible journey, honoring the wisdom of your body and the ancient traditions that connect us all.
We view placenta encapsulation not just as a modern wellness trend, but as a sacred bridge between pregnancy and postpartum. By honoring this remarkable organ—the only one your body creates and then releases—you are choosing a path of replenishment. Our process is designed to support your hormonal balance, boost your energy, and provide a gentle, grounded “soft landing” as you navigate the beautiful intensity of life.
Ask us about encapsulating your placenta today.
What is placenta encapsulation?
Placenta encapsulation is a gentle way to honor the incredible life-giving organ that nourished your baby throughout pregnancy. It involves transforming your placenta into easy-to-consume capsules, allowing you to reclaim its vital nutrients and hormones as you transition into motherhood.
While research is ongoing, many mothers share their experiences of increased energy, balanced moods, improved milk production, and a smoother physical recovery after encapsulating their placenta. It’s a beautiful way to support your body’s natural healing wisdom.
How We Encapsulate Your Placenta
At Freya Birth, we follow strict safety and hygiene protocols. Here’s how we transform your placenta into capsules:
- Collection: We’ll gently collect your placenta after birth, honoring all hospital or birthing center guidelines.
- Transportation: Your placenta will be safely transported to our dedicated preparation area.
- Cleaning and Preparation: We’ll meticulously clean and prepare your placenta with the utmost care.
- Processing: We offer two methods: the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) method, which involves steaming the placenta with organic herbs, and the Raw method.
- Dehydration: We use food-grade dehydrators to gently dry your placenta.
- Grinding: The dehydrated placenta is ground into a fine powder.
- Encapsulation: We’ll place the powder into vegetarian or gelatin capsules, according to your preference.
- Delivery: Your placenta capsules will be delivered to you within 48-72 hours after birth.
Statement about commitment to safety, quality, and gentle human touch while crafting your placenta products.
Sindi
Birth & Postpartum Doula,
Placenta Encapsulation
Training in Placental medicine with Laura Torres (Traditional Midwife) @Laura_medicina_femenina – 20 hours, 2023
Working with your placenta for me is more than a service, it is working with a very beautiful part of your history, it is a physical and spiritual process for me that I celebrate and treasure.
Jess
Birth & Bereavement Doula,
Placenta Encapsulation
Training with Placental medicine with wise woman Susan Mossman – 2020
My love for placenta encapsulation comes from personal experience – after struggling with postpartum depression following my first birth, I found a much more balanced, uplifting recovery with my second and third by using placenta encapsulation.
Wondering which doulas serve your area? Katie will help you find the right fit for you and your family; just reach out to see who’s available in your area and for your due date.
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Placenta Encapsulation FAQ
Think of placenta encapsulation as a way to honor the organ that nurtured your baby for nine months. It’s the process of transforming your placenta into a supplement you can take during your postpartum period. By steaming, dehydrating, and grinding it into a fine powder, we are able to place it into capsules for easy consumption. It’s a way for many to continue feeling a deep connection to their birth journey and support their body’s recovery.
There are a couple of widely used methods for preparing the placenta, both rooted in the wisdom of respecting this powerful organ.
- Raw Method: Following a gentle cleaning, the placenta is sliced and immediately dehydrated before being ground and encapsulated. This approach aims to preserve all of the raw, nutrient-dense properties of the placenta.
- Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Method: This is a more warming and holistic approach. The placenta is first steamed with healing herbs like ginger and lemon before being dehydrated and encapsulated. This method is believed to bring more warmth back to the body and support a gentle postpartum recovery.
We will work with you to decide which method feels most aligned with your body and your healing journey.
While the science behind placenta encapsulation is still emerging, the anecdotal evidence from countless birthing people speaks volumes. Many who have chosen this path report a variety of powerful benefits, and we believe it is important to hear and honor their experiences. Some of the most commonly reported benefits include:
- Emotional Balance: Many people feel that taking placenta capsules helps to stabilize the wild ride of postpartum hormones, making the transition into motherhood feel more grounded and supported. It can help to ease the “baby blues” and contribute to an overall sense of emotional well-being.
- Restored Energy: As your body recovers from the marathon of birth, placenta capsules are thought to help replenish vital nutrients, particularly iron. This can provide a much-needed boost in energy to help you navigate the early days and weeks with your new baby.
- Nurturing Milk Production: Some people report an increase in their breast milk supply, which can bring a greater sense of confidence and ease to their feeding journey.
We approach all our services with a deep respect for your safety. Like any food product, improper handling of the placenta can lead to contamination. It is essential to choose a specialist who is trained in strict food safety and bloodborne pathogen protocols to ensure your capsules are prepared in a clean and safe environment.
Because this practice is not currently regulated by a governing body, it is a matter of trust and care. We are committed to using the highest standards of safety and transparency in every step of our process.
This is a beautiful and important question that speaks to the heart of informed, empowered choices. Your specialist will have a protocol for handling a GBS-positive placenta to ensure the utmost safety. The steaming process used in the TCM method is specifically designed to reach temperatures high enough to kill bacteria like GBS. We will walk you through all the safety measures and help you make a decision that feels right for you and your baby, grounded in both evidence and your own intuition.
We understand that a birth plan is more of a guide than a guarantee, and sometimes our journeys take unforeseen twists.
In some rare cases, a placenta may not be suitable for encapsulation. This can happen if there is an infection (like chorioamnionitis), if it was not handled and stored properly at the hospital, or if there were other significant complications. Our specialist will assess the placenta’s condition and communicate with you if any concerns arise.
If, for any reason, your placenta cannot be safely encapsulated, we will provide you with a full refund. While we know this can be disappointing, we believe in prioritizing your health and safety above all else. Your journey is sacred, and our commitment to you extends to every part of it.
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Why Choose Freya Birth for Placenta Encapsulation?
Our placenta specialists are trained and certified in safe encapsulation techniques.
We proudly serve Salt Lake, Davis, Wasatch, Tooele, and Juab Counties, tailoring our services to your unique needs.
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