In almost all mammals, the placenta — the organ that develops in pregnancy to provide oxygen and nutrients to the baby and remove waste products — is eaten by the mother immediately after giving birth ...

Taking dried human placenta in the form of a capsule is one of the more divided health trends to sweep China. While practitioners swear by the benefits, others view it as a controversial and ...

People tend to think of sharks as large, frightening predators with sharp teeth, so it might come as a surprise to learn that some shark babies grow in the same way as humans – attached to the mother ...

You may have heard that some new mothers choose to eat their own placenta after childbirth. But there’s no indication the trendy practice offers any health benefits, and some evidence it could prove ...

New mothers are being given the opportunity to ‘eat’ their placenta after they have given birth, thanks to a new service, PlacentaMax will combine the placenta with 18 key vitamins and minerals, ...

The practice of eating the placenta has been growing in popularity in the U.S., Canada and Europe Some women who eat their placenta say it improves mood and energy but few studies have looked ...

A group of doctors is warning against a growing trend among celebrities and some new parents that sees moms consume the placenta after birth in an effort to stave off postpartum symptoms. The warning ...

Pregnancy and birth is a special time for many families. And once your baby has arrived some parents are keen to commemorate their entrance into the world. Just like with placenta pills, the placenta ...

A couple of years ago, Kim Kardashian blessed us by naming her second-born Saint West. We all saw it coming, and we all thought “how so hollywood” when they announced it to the world. Right after the ...