Q & A
Q: Why do a Belly Casting?
Belly Casting is a GREAT wat to remember your beautiful pregnant shape in years to come. Is's also a great way to compare yourself from pregnancy to the next one. This is a short time in your life where the body goes through a beautiful physical change. And a beautiful art piece.
Q: Is it Safe? Will it hurt Me or the baby?
Yes it is safe. If you generously apply loads of petroleum jelly to all areas that will be csted, you should feel no discomfort. The plaster bandage doesn't shrink when it is setting, so the baby's movement will not be restricted.
Q: How messy is it?
We minimalize any mess by providing plastic sheeting.
Q: When is the best time to do a belly casting?
There is not a right or wrong answer. Normally 36 to 37 weeks. So the belly is nice a big but you are not too uncomfortable or tired.
Q: How long does it take?
It should only take an hour, including preparation and cleaning up. I work very quickly since the plaster dries in about 10 to 15 minutes and starts separating fromt the skin. I precut all the strips of plastered gauze. The better the mom holds still and the better prepared I am makes for a faster casting process.
Q: What areas of the body are typically casted?
That is entirely up to you. The norm is the belly, some have had their shoulder to their thigh done. It is important to know when wrapping the this area it is delicate and may not work in the final process. The bigger the cast the more challenging the work for me. But, I'm always up for a challenge.
Q: What exactly is the process?
I sit down with each mom prior to casting, ask what they envision and work within their budget. After I have a good idea of what they want we proceed with the actual casting. I ask that they use Vaseline to cover all parts of their body I am going to cast so it comes off easily. If they want the cast to dip on lower belly or thigh areas I really recommend shaving those areas as some hair may get pulled. When apply Vaseline, I tell them to pay special attention to their navel and nipples.
Q: What does it feel like?
Fun and relaxing. It's quite amazing when the cast is removed and you see yourself in life-size 3-D.
Q: Should I be naked?
Depends on what style you choose. But defintely not from the belly down. You must cover your pubic hair. It will cause discomfort when removing your cast if hair is trapped in the plaster bandage. Protroleum jelly protects your skin and fine body hair.
Q: Do I stand or sit?
Depends on your confort level and whats best for you and the baby. Some mothers like sitting because of the better shape of belly.
Q: What do people do with the belly cast?
Most people hang their belly cast on their wall of the nursery. ( I advise against hanging it over the crib or changeing table; some casts are very heavy due to size and may injure your baby if it falls off the wall). Once you are done displaying the cast. I would recommend wrapping the cast in acid free paper and storing it in an air tight container. The basement or attic are bad choices unless they are finished portons of your home. Extreme temperatures and humidity increase the risk of degradation.
Q: How do I care for my belly cast?
Do not let it get wet or damp. Lightly dust it using a feather duster.
Belly Casting is a GREAT wat to remember your beautiful pregnant shape in years to come. Is's also a great way to compare yourself from pregnancy to the next one. This is a short time in your life where the body goes through a beautiful physical change. And a beautiful art piece.
Q: Is it Safe? Will it hurt Me or the baby?
Yes it is safe. If you generously apply loads of petroleum jelly to all areas that will be csted, you should feel no discomfort. The plaster bandage doesn't shrink when it is setting, so the baby's movement will not be restricted.
Q: How messy is it?
We minimalize any mess by providing plastic sheeting.
Q: When is the best time to do a belly casting?
There is not a right or wrong answer. Normally 36 to 37 weeks. So the belly is nice a big but you are not too uncomfortable or tired.
Q: How long does it take?
It should only take an hour, including preparation and cleaning up. I work very quickly since the plaster dries in about 10 to 15 minutes and starts separating fromt the skin. I precut all the strips of plastered gauze. The better the mom holds still and the better prepared I am makes for a faster casting process.
Q: What areas of the body are typically casted?
That is entirely up to you. The norm is the belly, some have had their shoulder to their thigh done. It is important to know when wrapping the this area it is delicate and may not work in the final process. The bigger the cast the more challenging the work for me. But, I'm always up for a challenge.
Q: What exactly is the process?
I sit down with each mom prior to casting, ask what they envision and work within their budget. After I have a good idea of what they want we proceed with the actual casting. I ask that they use Vaseline to cover all parts of their body I am going to cast so it comes off easily. If they want the cast to dip on lower belly or thigh areas I really recommend shaving those areas as some hair may get pulled. When apply Vaseline, I tell them to pay special attention to their navel and nipples.
Q: What does it feel like?
Fun and relaxing. It's quite amazing when the cast is removed and you see yourself in life-size 3-D.
Q: Should I be naked?
Depends on what style you choose. But defintely not from the belly down. You must cover your pubic hair. It will cause discomfort when removing your cast if hair is trapped in the plaster bandage. Protroleum jelly protects your skin and fine body hair.
Q: Do I stand or sit?
Depends on your confort level and whats best for you and the baby. Some mothers like sitting because of the better shape of belly.
Q: What do people do with the belly cast?
Most people hang their belly cast on their wall of the nursery. ( I advise against hanging it over the crib or changeing table; some casts are very heavy due to size and may injure your baby if it falls off the wall). Once you are done displaying the cast. I would recommend wrapping the cast in acid free paper and storing it in an air tight container. The basement or attic are bad choices unless they are finished portons of your home. Extreme temperatures and humidity increase the risk of degradation.
Q: How do I care for my belly cast?
Do not let it get wet or damp. Lightly dust it using a feather duster.
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