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Can You Sell Your Placenta? Understanding the Legal and Ethical Issues
The practice of collecting and processing placentas after childbirth has gained increasing attention in recent years, often stirring curiosity and debate. While some new parents view their placenta as a potential source of health benefits, others are drawn to the commercial aspects of its sale. The placenta, a remarkable organ that develops during pregnancy, serves as a lifeline for the growing fetus, providing essential nutrients and oxygen while also facilitating waste removal. As interest in placentophagy—the consumption of placenta—grows, so does the intrigue surrounding the potential to sell this biological material. However, the legal and ethical implications surrounding the sale of placentas are complex and often misunderstood. Navigating the myriad…