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In many cultures, the placenta is not simply discarded as medical waste. The placenta is recognised as a beautiful organ. It is the only organ that develops and grows within another organ. It is responsible for growing a healthy baby. It is the bridge between a mother and her baby in the womb. In medieval times it was said to nurture an unborn baby’s body and soul, in Indonesia it is called the brother or sister, in Nepal it is known as bucha-co-satthi, meaning baby's friend, it is honoured as truly unique and amazing. There are many rituals surrounding the burial of the placenta. Some women will eat a small piece of the placenta raw at the birth to avoid haemorrhage. The placenta is considered a powerful medicine. It is believed that ingesting placenta can contribute to : Decrease in baby blues Decrease in postnatal depression Increase and enrich breast milk. Increase in energy Decrease postnatal bleeding. Decrease iron deficiency Decrease sleep disorders You may ask what's in it that's so good? Why would I want to EAT MY PLACENTA?! The known list of healing chemicals giving placentas their healing properties: Gonadotrophin - precursor to oestrogen, progesterone and testosteone Prolactin - promotes lactation Oxytocin - for pain relief and baby bonding. Is produced during breastfeeding to promote healthy bonding between mother and baby. Interferon - stimulates the immune system to protect against infection. Thyroid stimulating Hormone - boosts energy and aids in recovery of stressful events. Cortisone - releases energy stores and helps with stress. Prostaglandins - anti-inflammatory. Haemoglobin - replenishes iron deficiencies and anaemia Gamma-globulin - boosts immune system and protects against postpartum infection. Urokinase Inhibiting Factor & Factor X111 - stops bleeding and enhances healing of wounds. Growth factors - in the form of cytokins & hormones stimulate cellular growth. They have anti-inflammatory properties, aid blood circulation, wound tissue healing and has an analgesic effect. Placenta Stem Cells - provide the new cells for regeneration of tissue and growth factors enhance their ability to multiply much faster. Vitamins and minerals Iron - essential for absorption of oxygen in the cells needed for repair. Vitamin B6 - promotes the production of red blood cells, aids in normal functioning of the brain. Helps in the making of antibodies, keeping the immune system strong. Vitamins A, D, E, K Vitamins C, B complex