Introduction to Unique Gender Reveal Cakes
Just when you thought you had seen every type of gender reveal possible, a Brazilian baker dreamed up one more. Taisnara A. Pedruzzi, who owns Taisnara Bolos in Vargem Alta in Brazil, captured the internet’s attention with gender reveal cakes that simulate labor and delivery — both in vaginal and C-section forms.
The Concept and Creation
Yes, you read that right. This mom of three, who specializes in hyperrealistic cakes (just check out her turkey and stroganoff designs!), communicated with TODAY.com via email translation. "The first one I made was at the beginning of last year, for the gender reveal of our baby who was on the way. He is now 8 months old," Pedruzzi writes.
C-Section Gender Reveal Cake
Her C-section cake requires parents to use a knife to make a careful incision underneath the mom’s belly. Then they pull out a tiny figure, connected to the cake by a paper "umbilical cord." The baby has either a pink or blue heart to indicate the gender of the baby to come.
Reaction and Feedback
In the year that followed, the Instagram video gained 3.4 million likes and many spirited comments, from "traumatic" to "fantastic." Due to popular request, Pedruzzi created a gender reveal cake that simulated a vaginal birth.
Vaginal Birth Simulation Cake
In this cake, the mom character is wearing a dress. When a future parent presses gently down on her belly, a baby (and a gooey substance that represents "amniotic fluid") slides out of the hem of her dress along with a baby with a pink or blue heart. Comments were a bit more negative than they were for the first cake. One viewer wrote, "I’d rather actually give birth than see this again."
Labor and delivery gender reveal cakes baker. (Courtesy Taisnara A. Pedruzzi)
Response to Criticism
Pedruzzi is unfazed by any internet negativity and appreciated the orders that the gender reveal cakes generated. In fact, the video was so popular that she made a step-by-step video showing how to create the design and she says it has encouraged other pastry professionals to follow suit. "There were some comments criticizing the cake, but it’s not possible to please everyone," she shares.
Conclusion
These unique cakes have certainly made a statement in the world of gender reveal celebrations. While they may not be to everyone’s taste, they have sparked a lot of interest and conversation. Pedruzzi’s creativity and skill as a baker have opened up new possibilities for those looking for unusual and memorable ways to announce the gender of their baby.
FAQs
- Q: What inspired Taisnara A. Pedruzzi to create these unique gender reveal cakes?
A: Pedruzzi was inspired to create these cakes for her own baby’s gender reveal party. - Q: How do the C-section and vaginal birth simulation cakes work?
A: The C-section cake involves making an incision to reveal a baby with a pink or blue heart, while the vaginal birth simulation cake involves pressing on the belly to release a baby and a substance representing amniotic fluid. - Q: How did people react to these cakes on the internet?
A: Reactions were mixed, ranging from praise to criticism, with some finding them traumatic and others fantastic.
