A client’s husband, the one and only Joel Stein has written an article in Time Magazine on his experience of me coming over to prepare his wife’s placenta! Please read and prepare to laugh.
Time Magazine July 3, 2009
Placenta produces hormones? June 16, 2009
The placenta is an endocrine organ, meaning it is a hormone producing organ. The placenta begins producing hormones at 6-8 weeks gestation to help sustain pregnancy. These hormonal levels continually increase during pregnancy, and by the third trimester there are 3 times the normal level of hormones in an expectant mother’s system. By 4-5 days postpartum, these hormone levels will drop to below normal. This is a huge fluctuation going from 3 times the normal level to below normal hormonal level, and this is where the healing properties of the placenta come into play.
Here are just a few of the scientifically known hormones and their functions that are produced by that placenta and are still viable and intact after delivery.
- Prolactin: promotes lactation
- Oxytocin: for pain and bonding; also known as the “love” hormone.
- Interferon: stimulates the immune system to protect against infection
- Thyroid Stimulating Hormone: boosts energy and helps recover from stressful events
- Cortisone: combats stress and unlocks stores of energy
- Hemoglobin: replenishes iron deficiency and anemia
- Gammaglobulin: immune booster that helps protect against postpartum infections
- Urokinase Inhibiting Factor & Factor XIII: stops bleeding and enhances wound healing
These are just a few of the powerful healing hormones that the placenta produces, so doesn’t it make sense to safely welcome these hormones back into your system as well as your baby’s through your breast milk?
Read more about Placenta Encapsulation.
National Geographic on Placenta January 23, 2009
Granted, they are speaking of cats, but listen to what they stated on the show ‘In the Womb:Cats’ regarding the mother’s ingestion of the placenta.
“Instinctively, the mother eats the placenta, which contains high levels of oxytocin. As this powerful hormone surges through the mother’s blood, it helps her produce milk, but its effects are more than just physical, it has a strong psychological impact. In all mammals, oxytocin stimulates feelings of trust and affection, and it helps the mother bond with her offspring. Without the extra dose, she might reject them.”
I am not trying to say here that if a human mother does not ingest her placenta that she will reject her baby, but its good to know that scientists are acknowledging more and more not only the physical effects of a mother ingesting her placenta, but also the psychological effects. Thanks Nat Geo!
The Beautiful Truth November 28, 2008
I highly, highly recommend going to see this movie. Whether you or someone you know are suffering from cancer or any other dis-ease, whether you’re looking for prevention, or whether you just want to keep yourself informed with accurate, truthful information. There is a question and answer tonight (Friday) with Charlotte Gerson at the 5pm show, or with her son at the 7:20pm show. It is important that people go to see this before Sunday, the better it does her in Los Angeles, the more theatres across the states will pick it up. It is playing until this Thursday, but please try to see it by Sunday. The information offered in this movie is priceless, it is so informative and shocking. Again, I HIGHLY recommend ‘The Beautiful Truth’.
An article on placentophagia November 18, 2008
Below is a link to a very well written article courtesy of PlacentaBenefits on the use of placenta for postpartum recovery. Enjoy!
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The Childbirth Workshops – Laboring into Parenthood November 6, 2008
Last night I attended a workshop given by Ana Markel and Elizabeth Bachner. The workshop was titled “How to make a Hospital Birth a Beautiful Experience”, and I have to say, it was wonderful. The workshop was extremely informative with the perfect amount of humor. Hosted in a cozy atmosphere by the lovely ladies of Divine Wellness, it was absolutely a great evening. I highly recommend any and all workshops instructed by Ana and Elizabeth, please take a look at the flier below to find out how you can be a part of these beautiful workshops. I hope to see you there sometime…
Sad mother tonight October 20, 2008
Another unfortunate inccident regarding a hospitals disregard to a woman’s request and right to her placenta. Please read the post and browse the links to ensure that this does not happen to you or any woman that you know who wishes to take home her placenta.
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Misunderstanding leads to loss of placenta September 16, 2008
Here is a good example of why it is so important to contact a specialist on placenta encapsulation before it is too late. There are a lot of people out there starting to offer this service, be sure that they are trained in this process and know the dos and don’ts of the encapsulation process.
Misunderstanding leads to loss of placenta
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Price Reduction! September 9, 2008
Due to the current economy, I have adjusted my prices on all services. I believe in this work wholeheartedly and wish to continue to offer my services to as many people as possible. With all that we have going on in our lives, with all of those that look to us for love and support, it is important to remember to take special care of ourselves too.
In-Home Massage is back to $125 per hour and $150 per hour and a half.
Placenta Encapsulation Services are offered at $275, you also receive 20% off of your next post-natal massage!
Thank you all for your continued love and support, I look forward to working with you soon!
(Now accepting credit cards through Google Checkout, as well as cash or check.)
Renee and Jeremy September 4, 2008
Check out this great interview with Renee and Jeremy! Also, listen to their music Renee and Jeremy – It’s a Big World! and learn more at their website www.reneeandjeremymusic.com
Renee and Jeremy are playing an ALL ages family show in LA at Harper Lane
Sunday, September 7th – 12:00pm
2665 Mains St, Suite D
Santa Monica, CA
