You do WHAT with placentas?!
I know it sounds totally weird the first time you hear about it. I was right there with you. But the more I explored Placenta Encapsulation, the more I became convinced that this was an important niche to fill in the St. Louis birth community. Now more than 14 years and 1500 clients later, I am absolutely certain that the benefits of the placenta are not intended solely for the baby within. There can be so many benefits for the mother if ingested. Among the benefits that mothers report are regulated milk supply, decreased bleeding, less baby blues, and increased energy! Who wouldn't want all of that?!
I use the Traditional Method of preparation which involves lightly steaming the placenta before dehydrating. Once dehydrated, it is ground to a powder and hand filled into vegetarian capsules. This method gets its roots from Traditional Chinese Medicine and I've had excellent feedback from mothers. I prefer to do the preparation work in my home. I have dedicated equipment and workspace and like the idea of not disturbing the new family with the sounds and smells of preparation and cleanup.
Whether giving birth at home or the hospital, the placenta is yours. If encapsulation is what you desire, my services make it easy for you to quickly get your capsules. All you have to do is call me to let me know that baby has arrived. I'll let you know when to expect me. I'll come pick it up, get to work on the processing, and 2 days later bring back your finished capsules.
Clients generally receive between 80-125 vegetarian capsules in a decorated, personalized glass jar. The umbilical cord is dried as a keepsake and included in a sweet little bag. I include written directions and information about storage and am always available for questions or concerns. I can also provide placenta tincture if requested for a slight additional fee.
While it is nice to have emailed or spoken with a client ahead of time, I am usually able to accommodate last minute arrangements.
COVID-19: I will continue to provide services as normal unless my family becomes ill with the virus. I already used strict glove/mask standards when anywhere near a placenta and will continue to do so. Bleach is always used to clean and sanitize the equipment. If health centers severely restrict visitors I will need to meet a family member at the front door to receive the placenta, but that is the only change to services that I anticipate at this time.
I use the Traditional Method of preparation which involves lightly steaming the placenta before dehydrating. Once dehydrated, it is ground to a powder and hand filled into vegetarian capsules. This method gets its roots from Traditional Chinese Medicine and I've had excellent feedback from mothers. I prefer to do the preparation work in my home. I have dedicated equipment and workspace and like the idea of not disturbing the new family with the sounds and smells of preparation and cleanup.
Whether giving birth at home or the hospital, the placenta is yours. If encapsulation is what you desire, my services make it easy for you to quickly get your capsules. All you have to do is call me to let me know that baby has arrived. I'll let you know when to expect me. I'll come pick it up, get to work on the processing, and 2 days later bring back your finished capsules.
Clients generally receive between 80-125 vegetarian capsules in a decorated, personalized glass jar. The umbilical cord is dried as a keepsake and included in a sweet little bag. I include written directions and information about storage and am always available for questions or concerns. I can also provide placenta tincture if requested for a slight additional fee.
While it is nice to have emailed or spoken with a client ahead of time, I am usually able to accommodate last minute arrangements.
COVID-19: I will continue to provide services as normal unless my family becomes ill with the virus. I already used strict glove/mask standards when anywhere near a placenta and will continue to do so. Bleach is always used to clean and sanitize the equipment. If health centers severely restrict visitors I will need to meet a family member at the front door to receive the placenta, but that is the only change to services that I anticipate at this time.
