05/26/2026
This is controversial....ultimately there needs to be more research but here are some things we've seen...
We know taking placenta pills can help aid in reducing postpartum depression, but what can it do to your milk supply??
Your body has a very specific hormonal shift after birth that tells your milk to come in:
**When the placenta is delivered, estrogen and progesterone levels drop rapidly
**That drop is what allows prolactin (the milk-making hormone) to fully kick in
Now here’s where placenta pills come in:
** Placenta contains hormones
Even after processing, placenta capsules can still contain small amounts of estrogen and progesterone
**Reintroducing those hormones may pause prolactin.
If your body is getting a signal that those hormones are still around, it can:
• Delay your milk coming in
• Decrease overall milk production
• Make supply feel inconsistent or “low”
Think of it like this:
Your body is trying to flip the “milk ON” switch after birth.
Placenta pills can confuse the system by nudging hormones back in the opposite direction.
It's important to know this isn't the case for everyone but it's definitely something to consider.
