Westchester Placenta Encapsulation
Offered by Blissful Birthing
Supporting your postpartum recovery with safe, in-home placenta encapsulation services.
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The Process
At Blissful Birthing, we believe you deserve total transparency during your postpartum recovery. That’s why we exclusively process your placenta in your own home. By bringing our professional standards to your kitchen, we provide the ultimate level of safety, accountability, and peace of mind—your placenta never leaves your sight. With packages starting at just $475, a blissful postpartum is within reach.
Your Transport Kit
Once you book with Blissful Birthing, we will mail you your Placenta Transport Kit. This includes everything you need to safely store and transport your placenta from the hospital or birth center to your home in Westchester.
Day One - Preparation & Steaming
One of our certified placenta encapsulation specialist will arrive at your home. Following strict OSHA and food safety protocols, your placenta will be steamed and prepared for the dehydration process. Our professional placenta encapsulators bring their own sanitized equipment and will leave your kitchen as they found it.
Day Two - Grinding & Encapsulation
Your placenta encapsulation specialist will return the following day once the dehydration is complete. Your placenta will be ground into a fine powder and your custom capsules will be made and packaged for immediate use. You will receive your finished capsules, your baby’s umbilical cord keepsake, and any other add-ons you have selected, along with a detailed guide on suggested dosage and storage.
Working with Rebecca was effortless. She encapsulated my placenta in my home and the entire process was quick and easy. I would definitely recommend her services to anyone.
Potential Benefits for Your Postpartum Journey
Iron Support
The natural iron stores in your placenta may help combat postpartum fatigue (Young et al 2016).
Hormone Balancing
There are detectable levels of 17 hormones in your placenta capsules, including estradiol, progesterone, and testosterone. These can help stabilize your postpartum transition (Young et al. 2016).
Mood & Energy
Women who consume their placenta capsules report high satisfaction for improved mood and bonding with their baby (Selander 2013).
You can read more about the above mentioned studies here:
Safe, Sterile, and Expertly Prepared
At Blissful Birthing, we treat your placenta with the highest clinical standards. As APPA Certified placenta specialists in Westchester, NY we follow OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens standards and food safety protocols to ensure your peace of mind.
Questions About Placenta
Encapsulation in Westchester
How do I get my placenta home from the hospital?
We provide everything you need! Your Placenta Transport Kit includes an insulated cooler and storage supplies.
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At the Hospital: Mention your plans to take home your placenta to your nurse and sign the release form.
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After Birth: Your nurse will put your placenta into a rigid container and a biohazard bag. Your partner then places it in our cooler with fresh ice in the included ziplock bags.
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When you’re out of Recovery: Our cooler is designed to keep your placenta cool temporarily – just until it can be put in your home refrigerator or freezer (which should be done within three hours of delivery), where it will stay until we arrive for your in-home processing.
Do I need to be home while you are processing my placenta?
Not necessarily! Our goal is to support your recovery, not add to your “to-do” list. While many parents are home resting with their newborns, it is certainly not a requirement. We are happy to provide an educational experience if you’d like to observe. Our encapsulators frequently coordinate with families who are still in the hospital so the capsules are ready and waiting when you get home. Whether you are in the next room or away from the house, we work quietly and efficiently so you can stay focused on your baby and your recovery.
How much kitchen space does in-home placenta encapsulation require? Do I need to provide the encapsulation specialist with anything?
We require very little space – only about 3 feet of your counter, an electrical outlet, access to one burner on your stovetop, and an empty sink – you don’t need to provide anything else. Our placenta encapsulation specialists bring all their own equipment, including a dehydrator, and ensure that your kitchen is sanitized before and after your placenta is processed using hospital-grade, food-safe sanitizers.
Is there a smell associated with the process?
Most of our clients report a mild, earthy aroma during the steaming and dehydration phases – similar to that of a roast. This scent is minimized due to the fact that we steam your placenta before dehydration compared to if we processed it raw.