Online Shopping Personalities

We've spotted a few distinct types - is yours here?

The Browser/Researcher
Just looking thanks, or the online equivalent of window shopping. You know you might need something in the future so you’re testing the waters to see what’s around. Always nice to see you, please don’t be shy to ask us for more information if need be.

The Shop-around

You know your stuff - where the current specials are and who’s got the best freight deals. We try very hard to be amongst the lowest prices and love a challenge so if you find someone whose standard price is lower than ours, don’t be afraid to ask us to match it – chances are we’ll even throw a sweetener in to seal the deal.

The Need it Now

You know what you want and you want it NOW. This is me all over and it’s no surprise that I know my credit card number by heart. Did you know we do offer a same day delivery service in Auckland on request? otherwise if you tell us its urgent and order and pay by 1pm we'll do our darndest to get it to you the very next day NZ wide *(rural delivery excluded sorry and assuming item is in stock).

The Can I see it?

Shopping online is hard for you because you're a tactile type and like to see and touch your purchases. We understand this and if you are in Auckland and really really would like to see it in person or try it on, you are welcome to make an appointment at our warehouse in Waitakere or the Sandringham studio.

Otherwise you can rely on our no quibble returns policy. If you don’t like it or it doesn’t fit then return it for your money back. *see our detailed returns policy in our FAQs.

Good Morning today

Did you see Good Morning this morning? It was a postive Belly Beyond product-fest!!! (I don't know if they knew that or not)

Smart Mum Teething Bling


Womama Birthing Wrap


Womama Strawberry Sweet Kisses Nursing Bra
(and its only $20 at the moment!)


Womama Nursing Nightie


Amber Teething Necklaces

The Burning Issue: Hi-tech fabric to keep kids sun safe this summer

Belly Beyond's Louisa Currie & Heidi Riley with their children in their new range of UV protective clothing

A new range of UV protected clothing for babies and young children is set to cure parental headaches around the country this summer as the fine weather over Labour Weekend provides a preview of the long hot days still to come.

Louisa Currie and Heidi Riley, founders of online baby boutique Belly Beyond, went on a global search to find a sun safe solution for their own children. “Our kids love playing outside and we love them to be out in the fresh air” says Heidi, “but the sun is just so aggressive now and we found that it was a huge problem to keep them safe from burning” adds Louisa. “While UV protective swimwear for kids is commonplace, New Zealand parents haven’t previously had access to everyday sun safe clothing for their babies and children.”

The pair found their answer in Agoo Activewear and have brought the range to New Zealand via their award-winning website www.bellybeyond.co.nz. The comfy but fashionable collection includes boys, girls, and baby active wear styles all with a rating of UV 50 + as well as WickAway technology to keep kids cool during their summer adventures.

“Sunscreen is expensive, especially the chemical-free versions recommended for young children and standard fabrics can get hot and sweaty” Louisa says. Heidi adds "keeping kids in the shade isn't possible all the time either". The key component in Agoo Activewear is in the amazing technical fabrics that contain a strong UV protected finish that blocks any harmful ultra violet rays, no matter how many times it is washed or exposed to sunlight or saltwater.

With experts warning of rising UV levels already this year, protecting kids from the sun is a high priority for many parents over the summer months. “We think Agoo Activewear will make it a whole lot easier for parents to keep their kids sun safe” says Louisa. “And they needn’t worry about those stains from their childrens outdoor adventures either because the entire range is stain resistant!”

Key Points about the Agoo® range

• WickAway fibres that pull moisture away from children’s skin eliminated over-heating or potential chills from damp skin

• 30 - 50+ UV Protection that allows kids to Stay out and Play safely, guarded from harmful ultraviolet rays

• Stain resistance properties that make messes and spills easy to remove

• Super soft feel for sensitive skin

• Generously sized and long in the arm, leg and the body to fit that little bit longer

Available only at www.bellybeyond.co.nz

Media Release - Belly Beyond

Belly Beyond wins Best Small Business at Waitakere Business Awards

The golden year continues for online baby boutique Belly Beyond, as they add yet another award to their trophy cabinet, collecting the Best Small Business title at the Waitakere Business Awards Black Tie Gala Dinner on Friday.

The new business got the nod over a more experienced field by combining their passion for motherhood with clever use of the internet and technology.

Belly Beyond was launched on Mothers Day 2008, and founders Louisa Currie and Heidi Riley, both full-time Mums with young families, say they are amazed at how quickly their new business has grown. Louisa says “When we started out 18 months ago we never dreamed we’d come so far so quickly.” “It’s meant we’ve had to hire staff and move to larger premises much earlier than we expected” adds Heidi, “It has been a huge challenge – but so rewarding too”.

Judges commented: "This is a great little business that has achieved a lot in a short time. The owners appear to be both technology and marketing savvy; exude passion for their business and have a drive to grow and develop."

Belly Beyond was also a winner at the recent David Awards: Heroes in Small Business, for leading the way with new and innovative product and for their ability to spot new trends. Heidi and Louisa are prolific users of social media sites such as Twitter and Facebook and the launch this year of their online video channel, Belly Beyond TV, marks a new way to communicate with their growing customer base.

“A quality product range has been crucial” says Heidi. “But sharp pricing and listening to your customers means they return time and time again” adds Louisa.

www.bellybeyond.co.nz

Pictured: Belly Beyond Founders Louisa Currie (middle left) and Heidi Riley at the Awards, flanked by their husbands Rob (left) and Chris.

Waitakere Business Awards 2009

Heidi and I, escorted by the debonair Mr Belly Beyonds, joined close to 600 others at the Trusts Stadium for the The Waitakere Business Awards on Friday night.

Walking down the red carpet we got a feel for just how big an occasion this was and the first drink of the night disappeared rather quickly without thinking about it!

Our first course was waiting as we sat down and was excellent and after the formal welcome by Mayor Bob Harvey, the awards began. MC's Mike McRoberts and Jacqui Clarke were very entertaining and did a good job of keeping the night moving along.

Belly Beyond missed out on the Best Marketing Category which went to Te Henga The Westie. When giving their thanks on stage they thanked their Brand Manager and both Heidi and I looked at each other thinking, we were included with companies that have Brand Managers? What a compliment just to make it as Finalists.

Before we knew it the Best Small Business Category had rolled around and moments before they began the intro Mr Belly Beyond stood up and started to make his way to the bathroom. Strangely I actually took this as quite a good sign but luckily on hearing the next award announcement he made his way back to the table!

The Small Business Category was the most represented of all the categories and to hear our name called as winners was such an exciting moment. We'd put a lot of work into this submission (far more than the last minute dash with the David Awards) and my first feeling was once of relief that we'd won and then total and utter joy. The photo says it all really :)

I can't really remember what we said on stage but it was trumped by Jacqui Clarke spotting our Belly Beyond tattoos and telling us to show the audience. Bob Harvey was overheard saying "now that's dedication!" and Mike McRoberts joked that "only out West would the Award Winners come up on stage and show their Tatts."

There were more funny moments after the awards when Bob Harvey joined us for a photo flashing one of his tattoos (on his wrist) .

Heidi and I know we have a long way to go to get to where we want to be but boy we are having some fun along the way. We learn lessons every day, laugh every day and relish new challenges and projects that are coming our way. I don't think there are many people who get to experience what we have AND do it with their best friend in the world -how lucky are we!?

Benjamin Franklin said that "Diligence is the mother of good luck" and that sure seems to apply here.

Thank you so much for all your words of encouragement, messages of support and the lovely bunches of flowers.

Ronald McDonald House Fundraising

When one of our lovely Belly Beyond members asked if we could help promote Ronald McDonald House in Auckland we jumped at the chance to help any way we could.

Mr Belly Beyond and I have had the unfortunate experience of taking turns sleeping on the floor next to our childs bed in Starship and can only imagine how hard it must be to cope when away from your home and home town.

To raise money the Ronald McDonald House do an Annual Christmas Card appeal. The cards feature pictures drawn by children that have stay at the house and are available in pack of 10, or you can add a customized personal message if you order 50 or more (great for businesses - add your logo and a special message!)

For more details on Ronald McDonald House or to purchase cards online you can visit their website here

The "We Can't Add Sale" FREE Hotmilk Nighwear Sets

They say a picture says a thousand words, well in this case it's about 23. Buy any two sets of HOTmilk Lingerie from Belly Beyond (set = bra and knicker) and you can choose either a Slip Into Seduction Nightie or Ruffle My Feathers Set nightwear absolutely FREE. And we'll even deliver it for free too** (just select free delivery at checkout). Don't panic though this promo will be around a little while so you 'll have a chance to come back for more!

What you need to know: Yes you can absolutely exchange for another size if need be but if you would like to return any part of the purchase we'll need the nightwear back too sorry! (unworn please - hehehe)

Login to www.bellybeyond.co.nz from 8am tomorrow to start shopping!

Promo starts: 15th October and ends 30th November or while stocks last

**FREE delivery offer applies to NZ orders only