Bellybees began as a dream sketched during a marketing class and brought to life years later by a mom with a passion for nourishing and inspiring children. What started as homemade baby food has grown into a mission to fuel healthy bodies and curious minds through nutritious meals and screen-free learning.
Our story began in Sri Lanka, where Bellybees became one of the fastest-growing baby food brands, earning awards for innovation and quality. Today, proudly based in Ontario, we continue to build on that success—creating products that nurture growth, creativity, and connection.
From baby’s first bites to their first books, Bellybees offers a full range of products designed with care and backed by expertise in food technology and early childhood education. Our baby food, flashcards, storybooks, craft kits, and puzzles are all made to encourage play, imagination, and family bonding—away from screens and closer to what really matters.
At Bellybees, we believe childhood should be a joyful, hands-on adventure.
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Our Story
From a Sketch to a Story
Bellybees began as a dream sketched during a marketing class in Minnesota. With no capital and only imagination, the idea stayed tucked away—until life took an unexpected turn. Years later, while unpacking boxes during a move, I stumbled upon those early sketches. That forgotten dream reignited something in me, and from that spark, Bellybees was born.
What started as a simple idea—to create something meaningful for children—grew into a mission-driven brand built on love, learning, and connection.
The Heart Behind Bellybees
As a mom of two, I’ve always wanted to give my children the best—not only in what they eat, but in how they explore and experience the world. Like many parents, I’ve struggled with the growing presence of screens in daily life. I wanted my kids to have the kind of childhood I cherished—one filled with creativity, curiosity, and hands-on play.
That vision shaped Bellybees into what it is today: a brand dedicated to fueling healthy bodies and curious minds.
Our Journey
Bellybees began as a baby food company, rooted in quality, nutrition, and care. With a background in food technology and early childhood education, I wanted to bridge two essential worlds: what children eat and how they grow.
Our journey started in the kitchen, crafting baby food that was safe, nutritious, and made with love. Every meal was designed not just to feed—but to nourish developing bodies and growing curiosity.
We chose Sri Lanka as our pilot market—a place close to our hearts and our roots—and Bellybees quickly became one of the fastest-growing baby food brands in the country, winning several awards for innovation and quality. That success reaffirmed what we believed from the start: when you combine science, heart, and purpose, families notice the difference.
As we grew, so did our vision. Parents wanted more than healthy meals—they wanted meaningful ways to engage their children. So, we expanded our world to include screen-free educational products designed to inspire creativity, play, and learning.
Today, Bellybees proudly offers a complete ecosystem for childhood—from first bites to first books.
What We Offer
At Bellybees, we believe every stage of childhood deserves care, curiosity, and connection.
Nutritious Baby Food - Crafted with thoughtfully chosen ingredients and guided by food science, our baby food is made to be safe, flavorful, and developmentally appropriate—helping little ones build healthy eating habits from the start.
Screen-Free Learning Tools - From flashcards and storybooks to craft kits, puzzles, and toys, our products are designed to nurture imagination, fine motor skills, and a lifelong love of learning.
Every Bellybees product is made with the same purpose: to help families connect, play, and grow together.
Our Roots & Our Values
Born from Sri Lankan roots and proudly built here in Canada, Bellybees blends the warmth of family values with a forward-thinking vision for childhood.
Our Mission & Values
- Nourish & Thrive
We believe babies deserve food that’s nutritious, safe, and developmentally appropriate. Drawing on food science expertise, we ensure every product meets the highest standards of quality and taste.
- Learning Through Love
Children learn best through play, touch, and imagination. Our educational products nurture curiosity, creativity, and confidence—guided by principles of early childhood development.
- Screen-Free Connection
We’re on a mission to bring families closer through hands-on, meaningful activities that replace screen time with shared time.
- Made With Integrity
Based in Cambridge, Ontario, we design thoughtfully, source responsibly, and uphold the highest standards for quality, safety, and sustainability.
- Growth With the Child
Our range grows alongside families—from baby’s first foods to early school adventures—because learning and development never stop.
Awards
Shortlisted for Women R.I.S.E.Awards
SLIM Brand Excellence - Resilience Award (Consumer Goods- SME) - Merit
Cover of Lanka Woman Magazine
Entrepreneur of the Year (Small) - Women's Chamber
Entrepreneur of the Year - Western Province (Small)
National Business Excellence Awards (Micro)
Sri Lankan Deligate at the Global Entrepreneurship Summit- GES2017
Top Outstanding Young Persons of Sri Lanka
Second Best Start Up in Sri Lanka - Venture Engine
International Women CEO Award
In Vogue Magazine Cover Story
Our journey in a nutshell