concept   placenta

3 commonsense assertions
Cultures (3) Western cultures (1) Home birth cultures (1) Pacific Island cultures (1)
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 placenta Western cultures In Western cultures, the placenta is usually considered medical waste and disposed of after childbirth. 7
2 placenta Home birth cultures In home birth cultures, the placenta is traditionally viewed as sacred and may be buried or consumed for health benefits. 1
3 placenta Pacific Island cultures In Pacific Island cultures, the placenta is a valued ingredient in traditional cuisine and used in specific dishes. 1