Dressing your baby bump can be great fun and whether you want to show it off or hide it away, you should always stay true to who you are. You don’t need to invest a load of money into a whole new wardrobe, use what you have and just treat yourself to a few essentials that will take you right through to your due date and beyond.
A-line skirts and maxi dresses
These are great for skimming over your stomach and you can still wear it as your pregnancy progresses. A-line tops are also great and you will probably still wear them after the birth.
Wrap dresses
A wrap dress hugs the body in all the right places, is great for showing off your bump and the plunging neckline will make you feel sexy.
Stick with your bright colours
Don’t hide behind dark colours and plain clothes. Embrace your bump and opt for simple patterns and details across your stomach.
Belly Band
Investing in a belly band will mean that you won’t have to buy a load of maternity trousers. The band sits on top of your stomach and overlaps low slung jeans, holding them up.
Layer on your clothes
As your baby grows you will notice that your body temperature will vary, so layer on clothes. Leave the buttons of cardigans and blazers open so all you need to do invest in is a few cheap stretchy t-shirts.
Accessories
Jazz up your look with accessories. Most ladies have these already so you don’t even need to buy any. Belts look great over an oversized shirt, just position it above your bump to really show it off.
Knowing what size to go for
If you do decide to treat yourself to maternity wear buy sizes that you would have normally bought before pregnancy. They are designed to be bigger in the areas where you need more room.
Choose the right underwear
Even if you don’t invest in maternity wear clothing you should definitely purchase a least two maternity bras and a few larger sized knickers. During your pregnancy your bust size will grow several sizes so you will need a bra that fits properly. Choose a nursing bra that you can still wear even when breastfeeding.
