Placenta Services Cairns
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Placenta Encapsulation Benefits
The placenta contains a balance of hormones and nutrients that are specific to the mother. Placenta ingestion during the post-partum period has gained much popularity in recent years due to many wonderful reports from mothers. Many women have experienced:
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Placenta Encapsulation Pricing & Packages
Standard Encapsulation: $325
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Fill out our online booking form and pay a deposit to secure placenta encapsulation for your estimated due date.
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"We are meticulous when it comes to following strict protocols and procedures for Placenta Encapsulation. "
"We are meticulous when it comes to following strict protocols and procedures for Placenta Encapsulation. "
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Hygiene and safety is paramount to us. We ensure that:
Your Placenta Encapsulation Specialist:
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What are some of the Placenta Preparation and Rituals?
The placenta is often forgotten in our modern society. In traditional cultures it is usually honoured and respected. These traditions are now being acknowledged by birth workers and mothers as something that is important and helpful for the post-partum stage. The placenta can be honoured and prepared in a number of different ways. Including
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Frequently Asked Questions How is the Placenta prepared? The placenta is prepared according to the mother’s preferred method. However, the standard encapsulation process includes washing the placenta and removing the cord for dehydration. The placenta is placed in the steamer. When cooked, the placenta is cut into thin slices and dried overnight in a dehydrator. The cord is also placed in the dehydrator for a keepsake. The dried placenta is then turned into a powder and placed in capsules. What are the differences between Traditional Chinese Medicine and Raw methods of preparation? TCM – This method is the one that is most widely used for encapsulation. It is generally believed that it is best for a post-partum mother to ingest warming foods during this period. Hence many placentas are steamed and other warming foods may be incorporated into the process such as ginger, lemon, pepper or chilli. In the tropics we generally do not add extra warming foods to the placenta preparation as it is not necessary. Each TCM practitioner will have their own preferences on how encapsulation should be done. The TCM method provides a slow release of energy when compared to the raw method. This is an important benefit as some mums may relapse in their recovery if they feel too energised too early in the post-partum period. It is believed that the TCM method helps preserve the nutrients and benefits of the placenta. Please note that I am not a TCM practitioner. My encapsulation process is inspired by the TCM methods. Raw Method – It is believed that the raw placenta provides a stronger burst of energy to the mother, which may be beneficial in the first few days. Particularly if there has been a large blood loss. Raw foodists believe that cooking the placenta will remove valuable nutrients and enzymes. However, if a placenta is left in its raw state nutrients and enzymes are lost in the freezing process over a period of time. Also, it’s important to note that traditional slow cooking methods have shown to make other nutrients in foods more available via the cooking process. Some mothers ask for a preparation of raw capsules for the first few days, with the rest of the placenta steamed then encapsulated. How many capsules does a placenta make? This depends on the size of the placenta, but expect somewhere around 100 capsules. How should I store my placenta capsules? After the encapsulation process is completed placenta capsules will be placed in a sealed jar and should be kept dry. In our tropical climate it is recommended refrigerating placenta capsules for maximum freshness, and for long term storage they should be kept in the freezer. Placenta capsules may be taken directly from the refrigerator or freezer. Can I still encapsulate my placenta if I have a medicated /C-Section/premature birth? Yes, absolutely. If you are unsure whether your placenta can be encapsulated, feel free to Contact Me. What is the ideal time for encapsulation? Ideally, the placenta will be kept refrigerated within 3-4 hours of birth, and then prepared within 24 hrs. It is thought that the hormone levels start to drop within the first few days, though the nutrient levels are still there. Can I encapsulate my frozen placenta? A frozen placenta is best stored in a double bag. The most benefits will be received by processing the placenta within the first six months. However, many mothers have gained benefits for placentas processed after this point. How do I organise to get my Placenta Encapsulated? Contact us via email thebirthingfield@gmail.com to make a booking or secure your booking instantly with an online paid deposit. We require a $50 non-refundable deposit and only take on a small number of clients per PE Specialist each month. We suggest that during pregnancy you discuss with your birth team about your wishes and include a dot point on your birth plan that you'd like the placenta to be placed in the fridge within 4 hours of birth. This allows plenty of time for Delayed Cord Clamping. If you are considering a Lotus birth, feel free to message us and we'll send you information on how you can achieve both lotus birth and encapsulation. Once your little one arrives, we will come to your place of birth to collect the placenta and return your capsules to you in 2-3 days. Travel fees and Courier Fees If you live outside of the half hour travel radius of Cairns, additional travel fees of $30/hour (outside the radius) are applicable, for collection of the placenta and/or delivery of capsules. Many clients avoid travel fees by having a relative or friend deliver their placenta to the encapsulators home instead. Capsules may also be express posted back at a cost of $15. Ready to book in for Placenta Encapsulation?
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