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What is a Placenta?
The placenta is an organ that develops during pregnancy that connects the baby to the uterine wall. It provides nourishment to the fetus, helps fights against infection, produces hormones, and provides gas exchange with the mothers blood supply.
What is Placenta Encapsulation?
Placenta Encapsulation is the process of preparing a women's placenta into pills for her to consume during the weeks and months following her birth. The ingestion of the placenta is known as “placentophagy.” Many people believe that the purpose of placentophagy by the mother is to reintroduce the beneficial vitamins, minerals, hormones, proteins, and other nutrients to her body following labor and birth to help restore balance, hasten recovery, and boost her sense of well being.
How are Placenta Pills Prepared?
Placenta pills are prepared by first separating the membranes and umbilical cord from the placenta. Then the placenta is rinsed and drained of maternal and fetal blood. Next the placenta is dehydrated, ground into fine pieces, and placed into capsules for the mother to ingest as she sees fit.
When is a Placenta encapsulated?
Ideally within 24-72 hours following birth. Planning ahead is best! We want your doctor/midwife and hospital staff to know your plans for your placenta so that it can be treated and stored correctly. In order for the placenta to remain fresh, it may only be held at room temperature for 3-4 hours after birth; at this time, refrigerated until the preparation begins; if no refrigerator is available it must be surrounded by ice in a cooler and picked up ASAP. If the preparation process cannot begin within 48-72 hours of birth, it must be placed in the freezer and frozen.
How many placenta pills does a placenta produce?
Depending on the size of the placenta, it may produce anywhere from 90-175 pills.
When is placenta encapsulation contraindicated?
Our Unique Placenta Encapsulation Services Include:
What do I have to do with my Placenta after it is delivered?
Once the placenta is inspected and released, the placenta should be placed in an inclosed container (ziplock bag or plastic container). It must be refrigerated until the preparation begins; if no refrigerator is available it must be surrounded by ice in a cooler until we can arrange a time for pick up. The placenta can only be stored in the refrigerator for 48 hours, any longer and the placenta must be frozen. Please call us soon after birth to arrange a time to pick up your placenta.
Please plan ahead, by securing services by 38weeks in pregnancy, to make sure we have availability to serve you! If you have already had your baby and are interested in our placenta encapsulation services please call us at 216-633-2828 to find out if we are available to encapsulate your placenta.
The placenta is an organ that develops during pregnancy that connects the baby to the uterine wall. It provides nourishment to the fetus, helps fights against infection, produces hormones, and provides gas exchange with the mothers blood supply.
What is Placenta Encapsulation?
Placenta Encapsulation is the process of preparing a women's placenta into pills for her to consume during the weeks and months following her birth. The ingestion of the placenta is known as “placentophagy.” Many people believe that the purpose of placentophagy by the mother is to reintroduce the beneficial vitamins, minerals, hormones, proteins, and other nutrients to her body following labor and birth to help restore balance, hasten recovery, and boost her sense of well being.
How are Placenta Pills Prepared?
Placenta pills are prepared by first separating the membranes and umbilical cord from the placenta. Then the placenta is rinsed and drained of maternal and fetal blood. Next the placenta is dehydrated, ground into fine pieces, and placed into capsules for the mother to ingest as she sees fit.
When is a Placenta encapsulated?
Ideally within 24-72 hours following birth. Planning ahead is best! We want your doctor/midwife and hospital staff to know your plans for your placenta so that it can be treated and stored correctly. In order for the placenta to remain fresh, it may only be held at room temperature for 3-4 hours after birth; at this time, refrigerated until the preparation begins; if no refrigerator is available it must be surrounded by ice in a cooler and picked up ASAP. If the preparation process cannot begin within 48-72 hours of birth, it must be placed in the freezer and frozen.
How many placenta pills does a placenta produce?
Depending on the size of the placenta, it may produce anywhere from 90-175 pills.
When is placenta encapsulation contraindicated?
- If a women developed a uterine infection or fever during her birth
- If the placenta has been taken to pathology
- When the placenta is improperly stored after birth.
- If you have the following diseases: HIV, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Chlamydia, Hep B or C.
Our Unique Placenta Encapsulation Services Include:
- Pick-up of placenta to be encapsulated
- Placenta preparation and encapsulation
- Proper storage container for placenta pills
- Written instructions for storage and handling of placenta pills
- Delivery of finished placenta pills to your home
What do I have to do with my Placenta after it is delivered?
Once the placenta is inspected and released, the placenta should be placed in an inclosed container (ziplock bag or plastic container). It must be refrigerated until the preparation begins; if no refrigerator is available it must be surrounded by ice in a cooler until we can arrange a time for pick up. The placenta can only be stored in the refrigerator for 48 hours, any longer and the placenta must be frozen. Please call us soon after birth to arrange a time to pick up your placenta.
Please plan ahead, by securing services by 38weeks in pregnancy, to make sure we have availability to serve you! If you have already had your baby and are interested in our placenta encapsulation services please call us at 216-633-2828 to find out if we are available to encapsulate your placenta.
Placenta Encapsulation Rates
Basic - $225
This package includes placenta capsules, umbilical cord keepsake, and postpartum support and resources during your recovery.
If you are having twins with two placentas the price is $275.
Premium - $275
This package includes everything in the basic placenta encapsulation package plus a 2oz. placenta tincture.
If you are having twins with two placentas the price is $325.
Travel Fees may be required based on the hospital or surrounding area in which you decide to birth.
No travel fee:
-UH MacDonald Woman's Hospital
-Hillcrest Hospital
-Ahuja Hospital
-St. John Westshore
-Fairview
-Metro Main
$25 Travel Fee
-Akron Summa Hospital
-Akron City Hospital
-Tri-point Medical Center
$60 Travel Fee
-UH Geauga
-Altman Hospital
Basic - $225
This package includes placenta capsules, umbilical cord keepsake, and postpartum support and resources during your recovery.
If you are having twins with two placentas the price is $275.
Premium - $275
This package includes everything in the basic placenta encapsulation package plus a 2oz. placenta tincture.
If you are having twins with two placentas the price is $325.
Travel Fees may be required based on the hospital or surrounding area in which you decide to birth.
No travel fee:
-UH MacDonald Woman's Hospital
-Hillcrest Hospital
-Ahuja Hospital
-St. John Westshore
-Fairview
-Metro Main
$25 Travel Fee
-Akron Summa Hospital
-Akron City Hospital
-Tri-point Medical Center
$60 Travel Fee
-UH Geauga
-Altman Hospital
