When I found out I was pregnant, there was one thing I was sure about — nobody was going to catch me dead in a pair of those overpriced, elasticized, maternity clothes. It would be oversized sweatshirts and sweatpants for me — thank you very much . Fortunately, a lot of my feelings have changed since I became a mother, and now I’d probably just say “Wear whatever the heck you want!” Wide-banded jeans? Leggings and a crop top? A little mini dress? Pregnancy shouldn’t shoot your style.
If anything, it should give it an entirely new life, which is where knowing the best maternity clothes comes into play. But, watching your body change and dressing for every stage of pregnancy is still a world of its own. Luckily, plenty of brands are paving the path to cute, accessible and bump-friendly styles, including Amazon , Target , H&M , Bumpsuit , and Skims .
In short, shopping for maternity clothes doesn’t have to break the bank. RELATED : Best maternity dresses To help women in their four-trimester-long boat (yes, the fourth trimester still counts), I’ve consulted a handful of city moms and fashion experts for all their brand recommendations. Additionally, these moms have outlined some bump-styling tips in our in-depth FAQ section and what to consider when shopping for a baby-on-the-way wardrobe before you spend all of your hard-earned coins (we know, some options are just too cute to pass up).
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