What's Matthew McConaughey doing with a placenta?

Matthew McConaughey is in the news for talking about what he intends to do with the placenta of his son Levi. Basically he wants to use it to nourish a tree he will plant. This is something more an more people are doing and not just celebrities. We haven't heard this much about celebrity placenta since there was a rumor that Tom Cruise was going to eat the placenta of Baby Suri.

While the placenta might not be the most thrilling aspect of your birth, you have to acknowledge the amazing abilities it has as it helps your baby through the long nine months of your pregnancy. Find out why your doctor or midwife looks at the placenta in detail after you give birth. (Includes pictures!)

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