Spot-light on: Beyond The Bomb

Meet the Mom Behind "Beyond The Bomb!"

Who is Beyond the Bomb?
Beyond The Bomb specializes in a spa bath product, bath bombs. Bath Bombs are sometimes called bath fizzies are used by dropping one into a tub of warm water. They fizzle and dissolve away while moisturizing your skin and giving off a nice aroma to help you relax after a long day. Beyond The Bomb also carry's an Organic line of bath bombs which provide our customers with an extensive list of health benefits. The benefits can range anywhere from helping breastfeeding mothers milk production, tissue-toning and cellulite reducing to diaper rashes or other common childhood problems like eczema, asthma, colds, fevers and infections. Each Organic Bath Bomb has a list of specific medical conditions it helps.

Contrary to popular belief, these bath bombs can also be used in the shower. Some women are just not bath-lovers. Don't miss out on the benefits though! Our Green Tea Organic Bath Bomb is great for putting on your shower floor, while you shower the aroma of the natural herbs mix with the steam to help with common colds, congestion, sinuses and to awaken you for the day. Replace that cup of coffee with a Green Tea Bath Bomb!


Where are you located?
Beyond The Bomb is located in the Metro Atlanta area and actually has bath bombs in some local spas.


How did you come up with your business name?
Beyond The Bomb was actually a name a fellow boutique owner, Bambina Ballerina, came up with. When I heard it I just loved it. I think it fits the theme well as we do not just sell traditional bath bombs. We also carry an Organic Line, a Specialty Line of bath bombs that look good enough to eat, a Child's Line that turns bath time into fun time and a Favors/Gifts Line for those special moments in your life. We hope, in the future, to expand to other bath products as well which would fit perfect with our theme and name of "Beyond The Bomb".


When and why did you decide to start your own business? How did you get started?
Beyond The Bomb launched in the Spring of 2008. As a mom myself of 2 young children, and one that hated bath time, I was trying to find a way to make bath time more fun for them besides the traditional toys. I experimented with bath bombs and they loved them! It's magic to them dropping one into the tub and watching it dissolve and fizzle away. So from there I made more child shaped bombs and then started concentrating on myself. As we all know, moms definitely need time to wind down and there is nothing better than a warm bath at the end of the night. A bath bomb makes that bath time a unique and healthy experience.


What motivates you to keep your business going?
My daughters! My daughters are so spoiled at bath time now there is no way I could stop...hehe. They run to my stash of bath bombs every night to pick one out for bath time. It's fun and it makes them want to take a bath. Plus I love being creative with them so it's fun!


Do you have a particular product that's a best-seller on your site?
Yes! Our best-sellers are actually our Organic Bombs. Mainly because of the health benefits attached to it. I mean really, who wouldn't rather give their child a bath instead of smear them with cream if it works? What woman would rather workout instead of take a bath with our cellulite reducing bomb?


How do you advertise your business? Which methods proved successful/effective?
Networking is the best way. There are a lot of WAHM and mom-owned businesses out there that need help getting their name out. Exchanging links, having giveaways and product reviews so others can actually use and try them and give their readers an idea of what it's actually like and I advertise locally in Day Spas.


How do you juggle family and work at home?
Juggling both is a definite challenge as I also work part-time from home as well in addition to my business. I've come to learn it is really all about schedules and priorities. My part-time job is a scheduled shift, so my children spend quality time with my husband then. When I am done working that job I go straight to working on my business, either networking or producing products. It happens to be nap time then so my children are sleeping and my husband goes to work. When they wake up it's family time and I concentrate all my time on them until bedtime. Depending on the night, I then work more on my business or blog (http://LifeofanInternetMom.blogspot.com), take time to myself or have quality time with my husband. It proves to be a challenge some days but is definitely rewarding in many aspects.


What advice would you give to moms seeking to become a WAHM?
Don't give up! It is hard work and is frustrating in the beginning until you get your niche. However, if you are like me where it was important to have my children with me all day then it is the best solution. Use your creativity, network, find a mentor of such to help you through and have fun! There are many forums to help those just starting out. My favorites are The Mom Pack and Mom Dot.


Current promotions/specials at Beyond The Bomb:
Beyond The Bomb is usually always has a giveaway or contest going on. Mom Dot (www.momdot.com) is holding a giveaway for Beyond The Bomb in August (dates TBA) and we always hold a monthly giveaway to our friends who are on our Myspace Page friends list so be sure to add your name...http://www.myspace.com/beyondthebomb


Anything else you'd like to add about Beyond the Bomb or about being a WAHM in general?
I love mom-owned businesses. I think it's great that moms have found a way to stay home and still produce some sort of income and all on a child's schedule! I personally try to support each one and buy from them when I can. I urge everyone else to do the same.


Visit Beyond The Bomb at: http://www.BeyondtheBomb.com and their blog at: http://LifeofanInternetMom.blogspot.com




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