Belly Babies was inspired by my pregnancy, where I did a cast of my belly every 4 weeks from 22 to 39 weeks. It was a lot of fun and the results were so good that I decided to make this opportunity available for other women.

Casting is a unique way to capture the beauty of the pregnant body. The final sculpture piece can be hung on the wall, or placed in the garden. Casting can involve partners, children and friends. Casts also enable your child to see and feel his or her beginnings.

“I can’t believe how big I was,” Anita says.

Most women choose to have a cast sculptured in the last month of their pregnancy, when they are at their largest. Other mums-to-be choose to do a series.

Anita has worked as a physiotherapist for over 17 years.