It is your responsibility to notify me within 8 hours of the birth so that we can work together to make arrangements for pickup or drop off. Failure to do so may result in delayed placenta preparation and encapsulation and may cause decreased potency of nutrients, hormones, and other beneficial attributes of the placenta. Improper storage of the placenta prior to pick up or drop off may result in spoilage. It is your responsibility to discuss the release of your placenta from the facility where you will give birth during the prenatal period and to ensure proper storage of your placenta in a refrigerator or cooler. This can be done by placing the placenta on ice until it can be retrieved for preparation and encapsulation.
It is also your responsibility to inform me of any known bloodborne illness(es) or other health issues (such as HIV, hepatitis, etc that could place me or any others who may come in contact with your bodily fluids (specifically maternal and fetal blood as well as amniotic fluid) at risk. Some specific sexually transmitted diseases such as Hepatitis C may preclude me from offering placenta encapsulation in my home.
My responsibilities include maintaining client confidentiality, committing to preparing and returning your capsules within 72 hours of receiving your placenta (usually within 36-48 hours), and upholding the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and quality of professional placenta preparation services. In the event that I am unable to be available for your placenta encapsulation, I will provide a backup placenta specialist who is capable of providing services.