“What a difference Heather’s expertise and service made for my third baby!”
-Krista K.
For me, placenta encapsulation is personal
I first learned about Placenta Encapsulation and Placenta Pills in 2005. I was in the middle of a postpartum crisis, fighting my way out. I knew I wanted another baby but knew I couldn’t possibly go through another postpartum period like the one I was currently experiencing. After much research, I came across Placenta Encapsulation. It made sense. It felt right. At the end of 2006, I had my next baby and I had my first positive experience with placenta encapsulation. My reason for taking it was for my mental wellness, I was pleasantly surprised to find it recovered faster and had more energy than other postpartums! After that I had 2 more babies and of course I used my placenta pills for those postpartums as well!
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Why Placenta Encapsulation Services by Heather Meyer APPAC?
- Encapsulated first placenta in 2006
- Established Placenta Encapsulation Services in 2012
- Certified with Association of Placenta Preparation Arts
- Director of Association of Placenta Preparation Arts
- Diploma in Holistic Health Practice
- Certified Hypnotherapist
- Certified Brain Health Professional
- Certified Emotional Freedom Technique Practitioner
- Certified Life Coach
What is Placenta Encapsulation?
Placenta encapsulation is the process of preparing the placenta for ingesting via capsules. That’s why they are also sometimes called Placenta Pills.
There are a few ways placenta encapsulation has been prepared through the years: Raw, Traditional Chinese, Steamed and Raw Start.
Raw Start- Preliminary research has shown this method contains more progesterone and reduces bacteria levels to food safe levels. Raw Start is dehydrated at a higher temperature for a longer period of time. You can read the research here.
Steamed- Similar to TCM but with no herbs or aromatics. This method contains less progesterone than Raw Start but kills the most bacteria. This method is the preferred method if you tested positive for GBS.
Raw- the placenta is dehydrated at a low temperature, typically at 126 degrees or lower. I do not offer this method, I feel it is unsafe to encapsulate a placenta at temperatures this low. Preliminary research validates that.
TCM- The placenta is steamed with additions such as ginger, lemon, Cheyenne pepper and then dehydrated. I do not offer this method. It is my belief that the placenta is perfect the way it is and needs no additions.
I RECOMMEND
Raw Start has a high amount of iron. In theory this iron would be utilized better by your body than forms that are not familiar to your body. Research is showing that Iron plays a significant role in our postpartum wellness.
What are the benefits of Placenta pills?
Placenta pills are a wonderful, natural way to support the birthing parent during their postpartum recovery. My theory is because it comes from your body all the nutrients within the placenta are more bioavailable to you than taking a synthetic or even natural supplement that didn’t come from you.
Research suggests is supports your mood, restores energy, faster recovery and increased milk supply. My clients agree. My clients report the same findings plus less postpartum hair shed!
In The Media & Podcasts
ROMPER – Will the hospital give you your placenta?
PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER – Placenta Pills Draw Scrutiny
HUFF POST – Why are we so obsessed with the placenta?
About Heather Meyer APPAC
Since 2012, I have been fortunate to be able to work in a field I am passionate about. On top of completing over 100 hours in education through the Association of Placenta Preparation Arts, I’m consistently researching and learning all I can to better serve my clients. Placenta Encapsulation standards are very important to me which is why I sat on the advisory board for the Association of Placenta Preparation Arts from 2017-2025 and transitioned to owner/director in 2026.
In addition to my placenta encapsulation work, I am a certified hypnotherapist and Emotional Wellness Practitioner.
Personally, I am a single mother to 6 wonderful children. My youngest has Trisomy 21. If you are carrying a baby with an extra chromosome please let me know. I would love to give you any support you may need. When I’m not working I’m watching movies with my kids, enjoying live music, gardening, reading and getting my fitness on. I also love researching. I research all things placenta, holistic health, mental health, gene mutations and ways to help my son live to his optimal potential.
I’m looking forward to hearing from you and talking more about encapsulation and what it may do for your fourth trimester.
Peace and Love,
Heather
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