Ingestion of Steamed and Dehydrated Placenta Capsules Does Not Affect Postpartum Plasma Prolactin Levels or Neonatal Weight Gain: Results from a Randomized, Double ‐Bind, Placebo‐Controlled Pilot Study

DiscussionMaternal consumption of steamed, dehydrated, and encapsulated placenta postpartum does not appear to affect maternal postpartum prolactin or neonatal weight in the first 3 weeks postpartum. Further research is needed to investigate the possible effects of variation in placenta preparation methods or daily intake on human lactation.

Source: Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health - March 17, 2019 Category: Midwifery Authors: Sharon M. Young, Laura K. Gryder, Chad L. Cross, David Zava, Wendy Norris, Daniel C. Benyshek Tags: Original Research Source Type: research