Consuming the placenta after birth is something that has been done for centuries by humans and mammals. Although it may not be as common in western medicine, placenta encapsulation is becoming a growing practice because of the astounding benefits. Placenta encapsulation is a more modern way to ‘consume’ your placenta. Consuming the placenta can have amazing benefits for women in the postpartum time period, including: Lower risk of postpartum hemorrhage Decreases postnatal 🩸/shorter lochia phase