This is a myth that was started in 2017 based on a blog post by lactation consultant, Sabine Wilms of Happy Goat Productions. In the original version of the blog she wrote that she estimated that ’50 percent’ of her…
Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) during the postpartum period can seriously affect maternal cognitive functions and emotional health. Research, such as the study by John L. Beard and others, found that mothers experiencing IDA had altered cognitive and behavioral performances, which…
Your placenta is composed of beneficial hormones, chemicals, iron, and proteins. These healing substances include: Estrogen, Progesterone, Testosterone: Contributes to mammary gland development in preparation for lactation; stabilizes postpartum mood; regulates post-birth uterine cramping; decreases depression; normalizes and stimulates libido.…
Placenta encapsulation has been gaining popularity among new mothers seeking natural ways to support their postpartum recovery. This practice, which involves processing the placenta into pill form for consumption, is rooted in traditional medicine but has seen a resurgence in…