Dressing your bump: Staying stylish and pregnant

Pregnancy is a lot, including the reason for a change of wardrobe. This is because in every trimester, the body changes and the baby bump gets bigger.

When the baby’s growth starts showing, some parents prefer to hide it while others show it off. Whichever choice one makes, it better the prioritizing their comfort.

Generally, avoid clothes with elastic waistbands because they are too tight and cause discomfort to a growing belly.

Zippers and buttons are an expired card as long as a lady is pregnant. As the bump gets bigger, the chances of zips and buttons bursting increase. In addition, buttoning and zipping up becomes an impossible task.

There are other options that can make a pregnant lady look more beautiful and ease the process of slipping inside the clothe.

It is essential that you purchase clothes that are your size, as a bigger size would make you look rounder.

Dresses

When it comes to picking a dress, ensure it has an undergarment or lining. Wrap dresses provide both comfort and style while a long flowing dress or skirt allows for movement.

A body-con dress flatters your pregnancy body. Ensure they are of good quality fabric as you want to avoid pulling the seams as your baby grows.

Nothing says style like a midi dress paired with a well-fitting blazer. You can rock this to work or any official meetings.

For a fun and playful look, pair your ‘over-the-bump’ skirt with a crop top or a well-fitting top.

Maternity Trousers and leggings

Regular pants do not offer the comfort and support a baby bump requires hence the need for under-the-bump maternity pants that sit under the belly, over-the-bump maternity pants that cover the bump completely, and side panel maternity pants which have elastic panels on the sides of the waistband, giving room for your belly.

Maternity jeggings are made from a blend of elastic material like spandex (for functionality, like leggings) and denim fabric (for that jean-like look).

The pants should fit snugly and should not apply any pressure to your belly.

 Shoes

In pregnancy, your feet might swell and sweat. The correct footwear would make your journey more enjoyable. Things to consider when picking the right shoe include the fitting, flexibility, heel size, and how easily they are to wear.

When your shoes cramp your toes or constrict your foot the pain and discomfort worsen. It is therefore important to wear shoes that accommodate your swollen feet. Shoes with enough space allow for fluids to circulate which alleviates the swelling.

They should follow the movement of your feet. Thus, shoes with hard soles may cause a strain on your feet.

Although high heels look pretty and stylish, they tilt your body forward changing your posture and walking style. This affects the position of the pelvis, altering the space between the baby and other organs. These alterations make it hard to breathe.

As your baby bump grows, it might be hard to see where you are stepping. To avoid falling, go for shoes that do not slip.

You might not always have someone to help you put on your shoes. It is therefore important that you have pairs you can wear by yourself.

Bras and Panties

Maternity bras were designed to offer more support for growing breasts. The straps should be more padded and comfortable to ease the pain you may experience as your body changes.

The cups are more pliable thus changing as your body progresses. When your nipples start to leak, you can use an absorbent material such as a breast pad, also known as a nursing pad or a tissue.

Regular panties may feel tight or constricting, it is therefore important to have maternity briefs, that are flexible to accommodate the expanding bump.

Do not forgo your style because of pregnancy. Find a way to marry the two. Remember you can be pregnant and stylish.