Belly Casting Frequently Asked Questions

(see below for Kiddy-casting)

If I order today, when will my kit arrive?
Allow 1-3 working days for postage.

I am due tomorrow! Is there any way I can get my kit faster?
If you are in Auckland you can pick your kit up from our studio in Devonport on the North Shore or else we can courier your kit to you nationally. Contact us for how much extra this will cost.

What if I have my baby before my kit arrives?
You can return your kit to us and as long as it is unopened we will refund your money on full (minus postage) when we receive it.

How long does the process take?
Making your initial cast will take you about half an hour - but allow plenty of time as you don't want to rush the process. Finishing and decorating the kit will take as long as you want it to. But the Blooming Belly kit makes the process easy as you have all the resources and instructions on hand to finish your cast.

Can I make a cast of my own belly, or do I need someone to do it for me?
You will definitely need someone to place the plaster strips on your belly for you. It's fiddly to do it to yourself even when you don't have a big bump.

When in my pregnancy should I get a Precious Puku belly-cast?
It’s totally up to you, but usually women like to get a belly-cast between their 30th and 38th week – it’s best to get a cast when you’ve got quite a big belly to show off!

What kind of products do you include? Are they safe for my baby?
We use a completely natural Beeswax, Olive Oil and Propolis balm as a barrier cream (as opposed to the alternative of Vaseline) The plaster-strips are very high quality medical-grade, and are totally safe during pregnancy.

My boobs are huge and floppy! I’m scared they would look funny in a cast, is there anything I can do about that?
You are not alone, this is a common concern! Don’t worry – there are things you can do to help you feel more comfortable (and supported) during the casting. Adopting a position with your arms slightly up and resting on something during the casting can ‘perk the bobs up’ considerably—although it does mean you can’t include your shoulders in your finished cast. You can also cast yourself wearing a bra with cling-film over the top of it. Although note that your bra may get plastery and you will see the lines at the edge of the bra in your finished cast. One of the most successful ways to mimimise attention to your bust is with the decoration you apply afterwards. Check out the decoration page for lots of ways to take attention from your bust to your belly. Finally, you can consider casting just your belly—perhaps also including your hands. This is a great option too.

Since I’ve been pregnant I’ve got hair on my belly / boobs! Does that mean I can’t do a belly-cast?
Again, you are not alone! Hormones can do weird things when you're pregnant. You put a bit of glad-wrap over any really hairy bits, (you can even plaster over your pubic area like this if you want your cast to go down to the top of your thighs) but if you just have a bit of hair the barrier-cream works very well to ensure you don’t get a wax at the same time as a belly-cast!

Can I get you to do the casting for me?
Feel free to give us a call to discuss this.

And what if I have any problems when I am doing the cast?
We are more than happy to chat to you about any aspect of doing your cast, feel free to call us any time. Detailed instructions and photos are also included with the kits.

Kiddy-casting Frequently Asked Questions

How old does my child have to be to do a casting?
They need to be able to sit still as you apply the warm, wet plaster strips for about 10 – 15minutes. Most kids aren’t able to do thus until they are about 3. Doing it in front of the telly can help!

If my child moves when I am doing it will it be ruined?
Little movements are usually fine, but if they do a big wriggle you may have to start again. There is enough plaster gauze included for you to be able to do this.

We love the idea of kiddy-casting and wondered if we could sell them through our local kindy / school / playcentre… as a fundraiser. Do you do that?
We would love to provide you with casting-kits in bulk and discuss how you could use them to earn money for your group. Give us a call!

Do you sell casting-kits through shops?
Not yet, but we are interested in retail opportunities. Give us a call if you would like to stock Precious Puku kits.