Pregnancy

Belly Painting: how much it costs and where to do it

What is Belly Painting? Belly painting is an art form that involves pregnant mothers and which consists of having their belly painted, with a photo shoot attached to immortalize a significant moment of pregnancy . It is a fashion that originated in the United States and is spreading to other countries very quickly.

With Belly Painting the baby bump is transformed into a real canvas and can be decorated with the help of a body painter, who will paint various decorations such as landscapes, floral images or even abstract patterns. It is a real form of body art .

Belly painting, when to do it

Generally, given the peculiarity and the rendering of the decoration, it should be done from the seventh month onwards : usually, in fact, the bigger the belly , the more beautiful the effect will be.

On the other hand, it is better to book the Belly Painting session well in advance of the expected date for the baby’s birth, in order not to risk having to give up due to the imminence of the birth.

Which products to choose

One of the many questions regarding this art form is: “Can there be any risks for the pregnant mother or for the child?” .

Obviously you have to choose suitable products, so don’t use generic colors, low quality carnival make-up, but opt ​​for non-toxic and hypoallergenic colors that are easy to remove.

Another tip is not to keep the design for more than a day , to let the skin breathe.

How much does a Belly Painting session cost

The price may vary based on the requested service and the popularity of the body painter. In general, a Belly Painting session costs between 90 and 300 euros (this last case if you add a photo shoot) and lasts from 30 to 180 minutes.

To evaluate the quality/price ratio, the suggestion is to also rely on word of mouth from mothers and read reviews. Another tip is to view the drawings and have clear ideas about what you would like to represent, so that you can request a quote if necessary .

Dr Kathryn Barlow

Kathryn Barlow is an OB/GYN doctor, which is the medical specialty that deals with the care of women's reproductive health, including pregnancy and childbirth.

Obstetricians provide care to women during pregnancy, labor, and delivery, while gynecologists focus on the health of the female reproductive system, including the ovaries, uterus, vagina, and breasts. OB/GYN doctors are trained to provide medical and surgical care for a wide range of conditions related to women's reproductive health.

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