Mothers use placenta pills for postnatal recovery despite limited evidence
Some mothers report taking placenta pills to help with postnatal depression and recovery, but scientific evidence for the benefits remains limited.
Some mothers consume their placenta, often in pill form, claiming it helps with recovery after childbirth and postnatal mood issues. However, scientific evidence supporting these claimed benefits remains limited. The practice reflects mothers' search for solutions to the challenges of the postpartum period.
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Some mums swear by placenta pills for the ‘baby blues’. Does the science stack up?
Some mothers say consuming their placenta helped with their recovery after childbirth, but scientific evidence supporting the claimed benefits remains limited.