I’ve been working as a placenta encapsulation specialist since 2012 and have processed nearly 1500 placenta into “vitamins” during that time. And about a year ago, I started wondering more about the validity of my claims that "#placentapillswork.

So I sent out an anonymous survey to my past clients, and the results kind of shook me.

My postpartum sucked. If only I’d known then what I know now.

Placenta pills help balance hormones and support lactation, often increasing milk supply. With over 1,500 encapsulations, I’ve seen these benefits firsthand. Don’t let outdated advice stop you from the postpartum support you deserve.

Some care providers insist on telling their clients that they should not consume their placenta if they test positive for GBS. Let’s explore why.

Here are 18 “lies” about placenta encapsulation that you likely believe.

This deeply personal story chronicles the heartbreaking loss of my baby at 22 weeks and 2 days, and how I failed to trust my own instincts. Throughout my pregnancy, I was repeatedly told by my doctors that everything was normal, despite my gut feeling that something was wrong. In hindsight, I now understand how vital it is to trust ourselves and to have honest conversations with our care providers about the risks we face—especially when it comes to pregnancy and infant loss, which can lead to postpartum anxiety. By sharing my experience, I hope to encourage others to trust their bodies, ask the hard questions, and be prepared for the emotional challenges that follow a loss.

Are you stuck in a "Yeah, but..." mindset when it comes to postpartum solutions? Learn how to challenge societal norms and open yourself to ideas that can improve your health and happiness.

I thought being the best mom meant giving everything to my baby. But that sent me on a path towards anxiety, rage, and overload. Here’s what I wish I had known about postpartum anxiety and self-worth.