Placenta Encapsulation
Placenta Encapsulation is the process of transforming the placenta into capsules. This allows the healing mother to easily consume her placenta and access the natural nourishment, postpartum. There are two different methods of encapsulation – the Traditional Method and the Raw Method.
Traditional Method – $310
The Traditional Method is based on the centuries wise principles of Chinese Medicine. In this method the placenta is steamed, dehydrated, finely ground into a powder and placed in plant- based (vegan) capsules. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the journey of labour and birth is believed to leave an open/empty space within the mother that is considered to be of yin energy, or cold. To replenish postpartum, the mother is to add yang energy, or warmth. This warming nourishment is achieved in this method by steaming the placenta.
Raw Method – $310
The Raw Method is relatively new in the world of placentophagia (placenta consumption) and has been practiced only in the past few decades. In this method the placenta is gently rinsed, dehydrated, finely ground into a powder and placed in plant-based (vegan) capsules – note this method does NOT involve steaming the placenta. Those who choose the Raw Method tend to feel that the essence of the placenta is better preserved and is therefore the more ‘potent’ of the two methods.
Half & Half – $370
The Half & Half option offers both the Traditional Method and the Raw Method. In this option, the placenta is divided in half. The first half is encapsulated following the Traditional Method and the second half is encapsulated following the Raw Method. The process from start to finish is separate. This is a perfect option for those who feel attracted to both methods.
*Pick Up & Delivery Note
All placenta encapsulation fees include placenta pick up and delivery of placenta products within a 25km radius of Armstrong Creek. This includes Barwon Health – University Hospital, St John of God, Epworth Geelong, The Birth House and surrounding home births. For women birthing or requiring drop off outside of the 25km radius, I kindly ask that you organise a family member or friend to deliver your placenta to me and pick up your placenta products once complete, please contact me for more details.
**Booking Deposit
A $50 deposit is required to book placenta arts services around your estimated due date, with the remaining balance due before delivery of the placenta products.
Payment plans are available, please contact me to organise.
Packages
Vines Package – $380
Includes Placenta Encapsulation, Cord Keepsake, Print, Broth and Tincture.
Twisted Roots Package – $460
Includes Placenta Encapsulation, Cord Keepsakes, Prints, Broths and Tinctures for twins.
Additional Services
Cord Keepsake – Complimentary
A complimentary cord keepsake, which is the dehydrated umbilical cord, is offered with all placenta encapsulation orders upon request. You are welcome to inform me of your preferred shape – such as a love heart, spiral, newborns initials or name. Please note this is dependent on the length of the cord and may not always be possible. This keepsake may be added to your baby book or treasure box, framed and mounted on the wall or buried ceremonially.
Amniotic Sac Keepsake – Complimentary
A complimentary amniotic sac keepsake, which is a dehydrated piece of the amniotic sac/ membranes, is offered with all placenta encapsulation orders upon request. You are welcome to inform me of your preferred shape – such as a love heart or organic circle/square. Please note the shape of this keepsake is dependent on how your membranes released during labour and possible further separation from viewers examination. This keepsake may be added to your baby book or treasure box, framed and mounted on the wall or buried ceremonially.
Placenta Print – $36
Placenta prints capture the ‘tree of life’ image from the baby’s side of the placenta. All prints are created on A3 watercolour paper that is 100% cotton and acid free with the blood from the placenta; I do not use any additional colours or dyes. Placenta prints may be added to your baby book, framed and mounted on the wall or nursery shelf.
Placenta Broth – $16
Placenta broth is the liquid collected (500ml) from the pot after steaming the placenta. Please note this is only available with encapsulations following the Traditional Method. Placenta broth can be drunk on its own or added to teas, smoothies, soups or stews. I have been told 1 part broth to 2 parts water and a fair amount of honey makes an invigorating tea. Alternatively you may choose to use the broth to water a special plant or garden bed.
Placenta Tincture – $40
Placenta Tincture is made with a small piece of raw placenta steeped in Harris Organic Australian Brandy (7 y/o) in a 50ml dropper bottle. Placenta Tincture can be dropped into a glass of water or directly under the tongue to consume. It often comes in perfect time when placenta capsules begin to run out, as it takes 6 weeks from the preparation date to be ready for consumption. Placenta Tincture should last indefinitely which women claim to be helpful during challenging times, such as menopause. Please note you are very welcome to purchase multiple tincture bottles.
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