Placenta Encapsulation

Thoughtfully Prepared. Professionally Handled. Rooted in Postpartum Care.

Your placenta supported your baby throughout pregnancy, and many families choose to honor that journey through placenta encapsulation as part of their postpartum recovery. I provide professional placenta encapsulation services using safe food-handling practices and IPPA standards, allowing you to make an informed decision about whether this tradition feels right for your family.

While research on placenta encapsulation remains limited, some parents report benefits such as:

  • Increased energy during postpartum recovery

  • Improved mood and emotional well-being

  • Support for milk production

  • Replenishment of iron after birth

  • A greater sense of overall postpartum wellness

Every postpartum experience is unique, and individual results vary. Placenta encapsulation is an optional wellness practice and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or prevent any medical condition.

What to Expect

Your placenta will be carefully prepared using the Traditional Chinese Method (or your chosen preparation method, if applicable) in a clean, sanitized environment following IPPA food safety protocols.

Most placentas yield approximately 80–200 capsules, depending on size.

Your encapsulation package includes:

  • Placenta pickup from your birth location (within approximately 12 hours of birth)

  • Professional encapsulation

  • Easy-to-follow storage and consumption instructions

  • Personal delivery of your completed capsules to your home

The encapsulation process is typically completed within 2–3 days, allowing you to begin taking your capsules during the early postpartum period.

Professional Training

I am professionally trained and certified through the International Placenta & Postpartum Association (IPPA) and follow strict health, sanitation, and food safety guidelines, including:

  • Universal precautions

  • Food-grade equipment

  • Thorough sanitization and disinfection protocols

  • Safe handling and storage procedures throughout the encapsulation process

Your safety, privacy, and peace of mind are my highest priorities.

Travel & Availability

Placenta encapsulation services are available throughout Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, and nationwide through travel or cooler shipping.

If you're outside my local service area, you have the option to overnight ship your placenta to me in a properly prepared cooler, where I will complete the encapsulation process using IPPA food safety standards. Once your capsules are finished, they will be carefully packaged and shipped directly back to your home.

If you're interested in shipping your placenta for encapsulation, please contact me before your due date so we can review the process, discuss timing, and ensure you have everything needed for safe collection and overnight transport.

Detailed shipping instructions and cooler recommendations will be provided after booking to ensure your placenta is transported safely and prepared according to IPPA guidelines.

Investment

Placenta encapsulation packages begin at $400.

Bundle & Save

Placenta encapsulation can be added to any birth or postpartum doula package for a seamless, supported postpartum experience. Ask about creating a personalized package during your complimentary consultation.