Pregnancy
Belly Cast
Pregnancy Belly Casting in Toledo, Ohio
Create a one-of-a-kind keepsake of your pregnant body.
Pregnancy belly casting creates a three-dimensional plaster keepsake of your pregnant belly, preserving the shape and beauty of your body during this unique season of life.
Some families choose belly casting as an alternative or complement to maternity photography, while others simply love having a tangible piece of art that captures their pregnancy in a completely different way.
Belly casting sessions are available at my Toledo office or in your home throughout the Toledo area.
Belly Cast Session: $100
Includes all materials and preparation of a ready-to-decorate plaster belly cast.
Approximately 90 minutes
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Belly Casting FAQs:
When is the best time in my pregnancy to make a belly cast?
Ideally, 36 to 37 Weeks, when you are closer to full term, and your belly is nice and full.
How long does the casting process take?
The process takes about an hour and a half, including preparation, initial drying, and clean-up.
Is this service provided at my home or at your office?
At your Home: There is an additional time-based travel fee of $25-50, based on distance. If you are someone who would prefer to shower immediately afterwards, this option may be best for you. The cast is left at your home to fully dry.
My Toledo Office: This service is available at no extra charge, but please note that there is no on-site shower available. Warm wash cloths will be available for clean up. You will need to return in 48 hours to pick up your dry cast.
How messy is it?
It is quite messy! I will minimize mess by providing plastic sheeting for the floor, chair, or tub so any mess is simply rolled up and thrown away at the end. You will want to wash up or have a shower afterwards to remove the protective coating placed on your skin (used to ensure the cast doesn't stick to you) and any plaster that drips onto your skin.
Do I have to be naked?
No. However, wet plaster binds firmly to skin and fine hair. Most people will want to cover their nipples and pubic hair with a thick layer of Vaseline, non-stick gauze pads or cotton rounds, adhesive nipple covers, paper tape, or by wearing underwear or a thin bathing suit bottom. Petroleum jelly protects your skin and fine body hair to ensure a painless removal of the dried cast from your body. Additionally, wrapping clothing in Saran Wrap will protect the plaster from sticking to any garments you might choose to wear.
Will you decorate my belly cast?
No. I can offer creative ideas for you to do it yourself, or you can request a special artistic design for an extra fee. Pricing varies based on the request. Please inquire.
Can I use something other than Vaseline?
Petroleum jelly creates a protective barrier between your skin/body hair and the plaster, helping the finished cast release comfortably from your body. Vaseline is a household name, and most people have used it before, so there is less chance of skin sensitivity. If you have personal reasons for not using petroleum products, let me know, and I will gladly come up with an alternative.