Tag: placenta
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There’s No Iron Advantage to Eating Placenta—So Let’s Move On
Get Pregnant Fast For years, a trend has emerged among new mothers: consuming their placentas post-birth, a practice formally known as placentophagia. Advocates tout benefits such as reducing postpartum depression, boosting milk supply, and providing essential nutrients. However, a recent study from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) reveals that women gain no iron…
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Kim Kardashian Shares a Snap of Her Placenta: Is That Really Surprising?
Get Pregnant Fast In a rather eyebrow-raising move, Kim Kardashian took to social media to post a picture of her placenta, showcasing her choice to consume it in pill form. Interestingly, the bigger shock might just be the fact that you need to pay to access this information on her personal blog. I mean, who…
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The 5 Most Unpleasant Aspects of Childbirth
Get Pregnant Fast Last week, while we parted ways with the changing table that had served us through three nurseries, I couldn’t help but notice the sparkle in the eyes of the couple taking it home. As my partner, Mark, shared some candid advice with the expectant father, he leaned in and murmured, “Childbirth is…
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Can Your Placenta Reveal Your Baby’s Gender?
Get Pregnant Fast Some expectant mothers have claimed that the position of their placenta can hint at their baby’s gender. But does this theory hold any water? Many parents-to-be are on the hunt for early signs of their baby’s sex, especially those who are not using medical interventions like IVF. For instance, when Lisa and…
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Yes, That’s a Placenta in My Freezer
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I found myself in a conversation with another mom and writer, which began with me sheepishly admitting to the chaotic state of my home. Before I knew it, we were competing on who could share the most shocking tidbits about our lives. By the end, I felt pretty confident that I…