It's finally here!
We are in our permanent space in the
Blakeney Village Shops!
It took us a while, but our new store is almost complete! We moved in over
the New Year holiday and are just adding the finishing touches. We would love to have you all visit our new home...
To celebrate, we're announcing our Open House/Grand Reopening Week!
All the details are below for special events. Please remember to register for
your favorite classes and vendors! Normally many of these types of classes have a fee, but during our events, you can come and get your questions, even those breastfeeding questions, answered for FREE! Plus, several of our vendors will be handing out their own samples during their events!
(And, yes, everyone's favorite Handfuls Handprints is back just for our Grand Opening Event)!
All week long, celebrate with sales and specials! You can also register all week long for drawings to be given away on the 16th (and no, you do not need to be present to win)!
** We are expecting a huge new shipment in today, Friday, January 8th! We would suggest to start shopping this weekend because we all know all the cutest items go the quickest! Special in-store only sales start today through next week! We are also launching new locally designed gift and accessory lines (we love those mompreneurs) exclusively at belly elan!
We hope you can join us for more than one event of interest to you, but we would love to have you stop by just to say hello!
Stay tuned to your emails, our website or Facebook page for more details. Special Events, giveaways and freebies!
Below is our tentative schedule of events!
Open House/Grand Reopening Week at belly elan
All seminars/events are free of charge, but space is limited. Please register for EACH event so we can save you a seat! All are always welcome so grab your spouse or girlfriend and head over! We will also be registering all guests for great prizes and giveaways from belly elan as well as the vendors we work with! You don’t have to be present to win and can register at all of the events we are offering. Plus, many of our event vendors are doing their own drawings for prizes.
Saturday, January 9th, Babyluxe Daily
10:00AM
Ever seen that fabulous carseat online only to find out you can’t try it before you buy it? Or that adorable little Moses basket from Serena & Lily? Have you seen how beautiful it is? Well, the girls from BabyLuxe will be on hand to show you what they do! Come meet the women who blog about all things baby (and mommy and toddler and family…and you get the point)! The girls give their honest opinions about everyday products you see or hear about – especially the most popular ones! And now, they are bringing them by locally for you to come in and see and try them out for yourself! And, register to win a Serena & Lily Moses Basket given away by the wonderful girls at BabyLuxe Daily!
Call 704.544.3226 to register.
Tuesday, January 12th Official Grand Re-Opening Day
12:00 The Blushing Bake Shop
Come meet the owner of the cutest little cupcake boutique scheduled to open February 2010. Stop by to sample a sweet treat! (While supplies last, limit 1 per customer)
Appetizers and non-alcoholic drinks served in the evening.
Register for prizes to be awarded on Saturday
(need not be present to win and you can register all week long)
Wednesday, January 13th, Handfuls Handprints
10:30am – 1:00pm
Once again, Jenny is back to capture your child’s precious hand and footprints in ceramic! Remember, this isn’t like messy plaster. The results are a beautiful creation embedded in clay and once fired and glazed you walk away with a beautiful treasure. Make your appointment today – spaces are limited! Call 704.544.3226 to register.
Wednesday, January 13th, Little Moo Cow Designs
12:00pm - 2:30pm
Presenting the latest must have accessory for your dream nursery...
The MooBoo wipes box cover transforms your ordinary boring wipes box into a beautiful accessory! Also see their coordinating changing pad covers and basket liners. No more ugly, boring changing table – now you can change diapers in style! Andrea from Little Moo Cow Designs will be on hand to show you their selection of luxurious fabrics or to discuss custom orders. These darling products are the changing table accessories new moms have been waiting for!
Thursday, January 14th, Palmetto Childproofing
10:00am – 12:00pm
Got a little tike ready to move about the house and your just not quite sure what all you need? Let Palmetto Childproofing help. Come learn what dangers you need to be aware of once your child is mobile! It’s amazing all the little things you might not even think about!
Call 704.544.3226 to register.
Thursday, January 14th, Mary Kay
12:00pm – 4:00pm
Many women suffer skin irritations and breakouts during pregnancy due to the increase in various hormones in the body. Heather Faulkner with Mary Kay will be on hand to show you what products, safe to use during pregnancy, will help diminish those crazy breakouts on your face and body. Come in to test samples and possibly walk out with a few of your own! (Hint, Hint) Call 704.544.3226 to register.
Thursday, January 14th, Green I Am
5:00pm – 6:00pm
Sneezing? Coughing? Believe it or not, chances are your household cleaners may be responsible. Afterall, they are often loaded with toxic and polluting substances that can be harmful to you and your children. Learn more with green i am. Call 704.544.3226 to register.
Thursday, January 14th, Mother’s Gift Doula Services
6:00pm – 7:00pm
So what exactly is a doula? Boy are we glad we asked! Cheryl with Mother’s Gift Doula Servies provides you with the answers you’re looking for! She is a registered nurse, and oh did we mention mother of FIVE! Plus, she offers great help and advice for nursing mothers and her lactation consultants are truly helpful! We personally think she has all the answers, but even if she doesn’t she’ll help you with the research to get you what you need! Cheryl also teaches all of our classes and Belly University due to start back up in 2010 in our new location!
Call 704.544.3226 to register.
Thursday, January 14th, Sweet Pea Baby Planners
7:00pm - 8:00pm
"Returning to Work After Baby"
Returning to work after adding another family member to the household can be one of the biggest challenges a parent faces. Am I going to be emotionally happy with the decision to return to work? What is my best childcare option? How will I get out the door on time each morning? What if I miss my child's first milestone? These are all questions that often wring at the the heart of an expectant mother and Sweet Pea Baby Planners can help you work through these questions and ensure you are both emotionally and organizationally ready for returning to the workforce!
Friday, January 15th, Green I Am
10:00am – 1:00pm
Sneezing? Coughing? Believe it or not, chances are your household cleaners may be responsible. Afterall, they are often loaded with toxic and polluting substances that can be harmful to you and your children. Learn more with green i am. Call 704.544.3226 to register.
Friday, January 15th, Mother’s Gift Doula Services
10:00am – 2:00pm
So what exactly is a doula? Boy are we glad we asked! Cheryl with Mother’s Gift Doula Servies provides you with the answers you’re looking for! She is a registered nurse, and oh did we mention mother of FIVE! Plus, she offers great help and advice for nursing mothers and her lactation consultants are truly helpful! We personally think she has all the answers, but even if she doesn’t she’ll help you with the research to get you what you need! Cheryl also teaches all of our classes and Belly University due to start back up in 2010 in our new location!
Call 704.544.3226 to register.
Cheryl also teaches all of our classes and Belly University due to start back up in 2010 in our new location!
Friday, January 15th, Healthy Bottoms Diaper Service
2:00pm - 5:00pm
Diapers...a necessary evil? Not if you use cloth diapers! While many aspects of disposable diapers may seem “evil” at times (chemicals on baby, bad for the environment, etc), you now have a choice without sacrificing the convenience of disposables! Healthy Bottoms Diaper Service makes cloth diapers as easy to use as disposables, without the negative aspects. Ultra soft, sanitized, 100% cotton diapers are delivered to your door on a weekly basis so you don’t get stuck with the dirty work! Simply change your precious bundle of joy, and instead of throwing the diaper in the trash, you place it in a diaper pail. That’s it! No rinsing, washing or scrubbing required! Come find out what cloth diapering is all about! Whether you are interested in the service, washing your own, or just want to see how it works, Catalina Maas (Healthy Bottoms’ owner) will be available to answer any of your questions, give you a cloth diapering demonstration and show you exactly what you need to get started on your cloth diapering adventure. Healthy Bottoms will also have a special accessories sale for any mommies that need to stock up (and save)!
Call 704.544.3226 to register!
Saturday, January 16th, Healthy Bottoms Diaper Service
11:00pm - 2:00pm
Diapers...a necessary evil? Not if you use cloth diapers! While many aspects of disposable diapers may seem “evil” at times (chemicals on baby, bad for the environment, etc), you now have a choice without sacrificing the convenience of disposables! Healthy Bottoms Diaper Service makes cloth diapers as easy to use as disposables, without the negative aspects. Ultra soft, sanitized, 100% cotton diapers are delivered to your door on a weekly basis so you don’t get stuck with the dirty work! Simply change your precious bundle of joy, and instead of throwing the diaper in the trash, you place it in a diaper pail. That’s it! No rinsing, washing or scrubbing required! Come find out what cloth diapering is all about! Whether you are interested in the service, washing your own, or just want to see how it works, Catalina Maas (Healthy Bottoms’ owner) will be available to answer any of your questions, give you a cloth diapering demonstration and show you exactly what you need to get started on your cloth diapering adventure. Healthy Bottoms will also have a special accessories sale for any mommies that need to stock up (and save)!
Call 704.544.3226 to register!
Saturday, January 16th, Sweet Pea Baby Planners
1:00pm - 2:00pm
"How to organize the nursery"
Sure, selecting the paint color and the perfect crib bedding are big decisions for the expectant parent, but practicality is what really matters once the baby arrives. Who care if the changing table isn't custom made if you don't have every item you urgently need in reach for changing a wiggling baby's diaper! Sweet Pea Baby Planners will share information on how to best set up your nursery to nurture sleepy-time and playtime as well as accommodate the breastfeeding mom.
Belly University is underway!
Classes are now forming for the next "round" of mommies-to-be!
Just had your little one? Join us forsome post-partum mingling and get all those
after pregnancy questions answered!
(Or just get out of the house and make some new mommy friends!)
These classes/events fill up quickly and space is limited.
For more information, please call 704.544.3226 to reserve your space today!
We will continue to host Belly U at our new location! Stay tuned for details!
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9816-D Rea Road
Charlotte, NC 28277
704.544.3226
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