BELLY CASTING
I can think of no better way to remember the beauty and fullness of the pregnant belly than with a belly cast. This precious, unique memento captures the pregnant form of a mother to be and will be treasured forever. It is a way to connect deeper and admire the beauty of the pregnant body as women take the time to indulge in an artistic creation involving their unborn baby. It is also a wonderful way to share the memory with your child once they are older. And I don't think I need to tell you that it's really fun to make!
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I prefer to do belly casts in my home. Things tend to get messy and clean up can be a bit of a pain. So...let me worry about the mess! Your choice of beverages are provided and we can listen to music of your liking! I encourage you to bring your significant other so that they can be a part of this fun and memorable experience as well! If you would prefer that I come to you, that can be arranged at an additional cost. My fee includes all materials needed for the casting.
Basic Cast - $70.00
In this form, your beautiful belly and breasts are casted with plaster bandages and when dry, it is completed. It is left as is, raw and unfinished but beautifully organic looking. This package is best if you would like to leave it in this state or design it to your liking. Please allow 1 week for completion of Basic belly castings.
Finished Belly Cast - $110.00
In this form, I apply additional plaster strips to the inside of the cast for additional reinforcement. I trim, sand, and smooth the edges and apply primer. This lends to the cast having a "cleaner" look than the basic cast but keeps the organic feel or you can begin painting and decorating! I like to suggest this package to people who would like to use their belly cast to collect messages from the guests at their baby shower! After all of the messages are written, a clear protective coating can be applied keeping the messages protected. Please allow 3 weeks for completion of Finished belly castings.
Decorated Belly Cast $175.00 and Up
In this form, I complete everything included in the Finished Belly Cast package PLUS designing. Keep in mind that I am not an artist and all designs are completed to the best of my ability. (We can discuss options and preferences for color choices, designs, etc.) This package also comes with a clear coat covering, hanging wire and/or ribbon for hanging, if desired. Please allow 5 weeks for Decorated belly castings.
Fees: Please be aware that a 50% payment is due upon order with the balance due when you pick up your completed belly cast. If you would like me to deliver the completed cast to you, there is an additional charge for packing and safe delivery. If you are interested, please contact me for additional information. Payments are accepted in the form of cash, check, or PayPal. Please make checks payable to Kirstin Mae Sengupta. Credit/Debit cards are accepted via my PayPal reader.
Doula clients receive a 10% discount on belly casting services!
Basic Cast - $70.00
In this form, your beautiful belly and breasts are casted with plaster bandages and when dry, it is completed. It is left as is, raw and unfinished but beautifully organic looking. This package is best if you would like to leave it in this state or design it to your liking. Please allow 1 week for completion of Basic belly castings.
Finished Belly Cast - $110.00
In this form, I apply additional plaster strips to the inside of the cast for additional reinforcement. I trim, sand, and smooth the edges and apply primer. This lends to the cast having a "cleaner" look than the basic cast but keeps the organic feel or you can begin painting and decorating! I like to suggest this package to people who would like to use their belly cast to collect messages from the guests at their baby shower! After all of the messages are written, a clear protective coating can be applied keeping the messages protected. Please allow 3 weeks for completion of Finished belly castings.
Decorated Belly Cast $175.00 and Up
In this form, I complete everything included in the Finished Belly Cast package PLUS designing. Keep in mind that I am not an artist and all designs are completed to the best of my ability. (We can discuss options and preferences for color choices, designs, etc.) This package also comes with a clear coat covering, hanging wire and/or ribbon for hanging, if desired. Please allow 5 weeks for Decorated belly castings.
Fees: Please be aware that a 50% payment is due upon order with the balance due when you pick up your completed belly cast. If you would like me to deliver the completed cast to you, there is an additional charge for packing and safe delivery. If you are interested, please contact me for additional information. Payments are accepted in the form of cash, check, or PayPal. Please make checks payable to Kirstin Mae Sengupta. Credit/Debit cards are accepted via my PayPal reader.
Doula clients receive a 10% discount on belly casting services!
Mother Blessing and Classes:
Mother Blessing "Blessingway" Planning
Based loosely on the Navajo tradition of "Blessingways", a Mother Blessing is a creative alternative to or addition to a traditional baby shower. Mother blessings, celebrate a woman's transition to motherhood. This gathering creates a sacred and safe environment where a mother-to-be can explore the challenges, fears, and joys that take place with childbirth and mothering. Her closest female friends and family surround her to provide her with love, support, strength, and confidence to birth her baby and assume one of the most important roles she will hold in her life – that of being a mother.
Mother blessing ceremonies help a woman to prepare herself mentally, emotionally, and spiritually for the work of birthing. This ceremony is all about nurturing the mother-to-be, celebrating motherhood, and honoring the support and connection of the women gathered together.
They can be held for any woman, whether she is a member of a specific religion, someone who follows her own spiritual path, or someone who claims no faith or spiritual practice at all. The beauty is that they can be tailored in such a way that it provides deeply meaningful and transformational experiences for the mother-to-be and attendees. Some will make this connection through their sense of self, some through their relationship with God or Spirit, and some through the relationships and bonds that they have with each other.
This fun, non-materialistic baby shower alternative (or separate event all together!) invites women to share their wisdom, pledge their support and pamper the mother-to-be and themselves.
FEE- Dependent on services provided. Contact me for additional details or quote.
Based loosely on the Navajo tradition of "Blessingways", a Mother Blessing is a creative alternative to or addition to a traditional baby shower. Mother blessings, celebrate a woman's transition to motherhood. This gathering creates a sacred and safe environment where a mother-to-be can explore the challenges, fears, and joys that take place with childbirth and mothering. Her closest female friends and family surround her to provide her with love, support, strength, and confidence to birth her baby and assume one of the most important roles she will hold in her life – that of being a mother.
Mother blessing ceremonies help a woman to prepare herself mentally, emotionally, and spiritually for the work of birthing. This ceremony is all about nurturing the mother-to-be, celebrating motherhood, and honoring the support and connection of the women gathered together.
They can be held for any woman, whether she is a member of a specific religion, someone who follows her own spiritual path, or someone who claims no faith or spiritual practice at all. The beauty is that they can be tailored in such a way that it provides deeply meaningful and transformational experiences for the mother-to-be and attendees. Some will make this connection through their sense of self, some through their relationship with God or Spirit, and some through the relationships and bonds that they have with each other.
This fun, non-materialistic baby shower alternative (or separate event all together!) invites women to share their wisdom, pledge their support and pamper the mother-to-be and themselves.
FEE- Dependent on services provided. Contact me for additional details or quote.
Cloth Diapering: "Will this work for my family?"- $30
In this 1 hour visit, we will discuss your goals for diapering your little one, learning about different types of cloth diapers, how they are used, as well as how to care for your diapers to avoid leaking and extend their life. This class focuses on what you'll need to get started with cloth diapering, the best way to clean your diapers to maintain absorbency, tips and tricks, and how to make cloth diapering work for you! This is a fun, hands on class with games and fun!
Group classes available at $25/person (3 person minimum), held monthly.
In this 1 hour visit, we will discuss your goals for diapering your little one, learning about different types of cloth diapers, how they are used, as well as how to care for your diapers to avoid leaking and extend their life. This class focuses on what you'll need to get started with cloth diapering, the best way to clean your diapers to maintain absorbency, tips and tricks, and how to make cloth diapering work for you! This is a fun, hands on class with games and fun!
Group classes available at $25/person (3 person minimum), held monthly.
