At Tree of Life Placenta Services, we have been happy to serve families in the Portland, Oregon area for over a decade.

We may be biased, but we think placentas are truly incredible. They protect, support, and nourish babies during pregnancy. Almost immediately after the birth, the placenta is born. Kelsey thinks of placenta as the most “humble” organ. What else just leaves your body on it’s own when it’s job is done? They also look pretty neat, with the blood vessels and cord forming the distinctive “Tree of Life”. More than just looking cool, placenta can sometimes tell us a lot about the pregnancy or birth. As a midwives, Kelsey and Alicia always give the placenta a full examination as part of the process. Be sure to let us know if you want pictures of your placenta, we’re happy to give you the “tour”! Check out our Instagram to see some placentas, or email us if you have placenta photos you want to share!

Unfortunately, in our modern society, after that it will often be labeled as “medical waste”. In other cultures, people honor and respect the placenta in a variety of traditional ways. Some dry and save the cord, or the bury entire placenta in a special place. Another option is to use the placenta to continue to support your growing family. We process your placenta into several preparations including capsules, tincture, tea, and salve. You can use them months and years after the birth. Whether it’s as artwork, capsules, or tincture, or more ,we give the placenta a life after birth!

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If you’re in the Portland Metro area, we are happy to serve you. Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties are all in our service area, in addition to Vancouver, Washington. If you’re outside of this immediate area, we still may be able to help you or refer to to another provider we know and trust.

When you’re ready, check out the menu, or meet our specialists, look at the options for placenta artwork, or art diy. Contact us here at Tree of Life Placenta Services when you’re ready to sign up, or if you have any questions!