Some women eat the placenta, but few have tried turning it into a keepsake. Nov. 10, 2009— -- After the baby is born and the cooing in the delivery room begins, parents may do a variety of things ...

Donated placentas can be processed into thin, sterilised sheets that are packed with natural healing substances and reduce scarring when applied to wounds ...

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Risk of placenta accreta rises in women with multiple C-sections. Barbara George, who nearly died of placenta accrete with the birth of her daughter Hannah, is outraged over the rising cesarean rate.

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This story is free to read because readers choose to support LAist. If you find value in independent local reporting, make a donation to power our newsroom today. The placenta is what develops in the ...

Scientists express concern over health impacts, with another study finding particles in arteries ...

Some new parents are opting for lotus births, where the placenta and umbilical cord are left until they fall off naturally — but is it safe? Julie Mazziotta is the Senior Sports Editor at PEOPLE, ...

While placenta eating is controversial among doctors, stars have encapsulated, blended and cooked their placentas for the rumored benefits. (Photos may not be for the squeamish!) "Round 2," Moore ...