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Ep. 409 Placenta Encapsulation: A Practice with Ancient Wisdom & Power with Sophia Johnson
In this episode, HeHe sits down with Dr. Sophia Johnson to pull back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood topics in postpartum recovery: placentophagy. Together, they dig into the science, the cultural traditions, and the ancient wisdom behind consuming the placenta… a practice that’s been normalized around the world long before Western medicine ever tried to dismiss it. Dr. Sophia breaks down what we actually know about placenta encapsulation, why so many parents report better mood, energy, and hormonal balance, and how oxytocin and postpartum hormone shifts come into play. You’ll…
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