Placenta Capsules, Placenta Tincture & Umbilical Cord Keepsake
Placenta encapsulation is a postpartum practice many mothers choose to support their recovery after birth. The placenta is carefully prepared, dehydrated, and placed into capsules that can be taken during the early postpartum weeks.
At OC Doula & Placenta Co., I provide professional placenta encapsulation services throughout Orange County, as well as nationwide placenta encapsulation shipping for families outside the area.
Each placenta is prepared individually with careful sanitation and attention so families can feel confident in the process.
What Is Placenta Encapsulation?
Placenta encapsulation is the process of transforming the placenta into capsules that can be consumed during postpartum recovery.
During pregnancy, the placenta plays an important role in supporting your baby by providing hormones, nutrients, and iron. After birth, some mothers choose to consume their placenta in capsule form as part of their postpartum recovery routine.
While every experience is different, many mothers report benefits such as:
- increased energy levels
- support for postpartum hormone balance
- improved mood stability
- potential support for milk supply
- replenishment of iron levels
- reduced postpartum fatigue
Placenta capsules are typically taken during the first several weeks after birth.
What Your Placenta Encapsulation Package Includes
Your placenta encapsulation service includes:
- Placenta capsules prepared from your placenta
- Placenta tincture for long-term hormonal support
- Umbilical cord keepsake as a meaningful remembrance from your birth
Capsules are returned in labeled containers along with guidance for postpartum use.
Placenta Preparation Methods
There are two primary methods used for placenta encapsulation.
Traditional Chinese Method Inspired Preparation
This preparation style includes gently steaming the placenta with warming herbs before dehydration. This method is inspired by traditional postpartum practices used in some cultures.
Raw Dehydration Method
This method skips the steaming process and moves directly to dehydration. Some mothers prefer this approach because it preserves the placenta in its most natural state.
Both preparation styles result in dehydrated placenta powder placed into capsules.
Safety & Professional Preparation Standards
Your placenta is handled with the highest level of care and sanitation.
As the owner of OC Doula & Placenta Co., I follow strict safety protocols and professional handling procedures to ensure your placenta is prepared safely and respectfully.
I am:
- Certified Placenta Encapsulation Specialist
- Certified Medical Courier
- Bloodborne Pathogen Certified
- Food Handler Certified
Placenta preparation follows universal precautions, meaning your placenta is handled using sanitation and safety standards designed to prevent cross contamination.
Every placenta is:
- prepared individually
- handled with sanitized equipment
- processed in a clean and controlled environment
- stored and transported following safe handling practices
These safety standards ensure that your placenta capsules are prepared with the highest level of care for you and your family.
Turnaround Time
Placenta capsules are typically completed within 72 hours or sooner after birth.
Quick turnaround allows mothers to begin taking their capsules during the early postpartum recovery window when many mothers feel the benefits most.
Nationwide Placenta Encapsulation Shipping
Families outside of Orange County can still use this service through nationwide placenta shipping.
Placenta shipping kits allow you to safely package and send your placenta after birth.
Nationwide Shipping Process
- After birth, the placenta is stored on ice.
- The placenta is packaged according to the provided instructions.
- The placenta is shipped overnight.
- Once received, preparation begins immediately.
Capsules and keepsakes are then safely shipped back to you once preparation is complete.
Placenta Encapsulation Pricing
Local Placenta Encapsulation (Orange County): $350
Includes:
- placenta capsules
- placenta tincture
- umbilical cord keepsake
Nationwide Placenta Encapsulation: $450
Includes:
- placenta capsules
- placenta tincture
- umbilical cord keepsake
- return shipping
Placenta Encapsulation Service Area
Placenta encapsulation services are available throughout Orange County, including:
Mission Viejo
Irvine
Laguna Hills
San Clemente
Dana Point
Newport Beach
Laguna Niguel
and surrounding communities.
Nationwide placenta encapsulation shipping is also available.
Reserving Your Placenta Encapsulation Service
Placenta encapsulation must begin shortly after birth, so it is recommended to reserve your service during pregnancy.
Once booked, you will receive instructions for placenta storage, pickup, or shipping after your baby arrives.
Schedule Your Placenta Encapsulation Service
If you are planning placenta encapsulation in Orange County or nationwide, I would be honored to help prepare this meaningful part of your postpartum recovery.
