top 10 style tips

1) the reality of maternity clothes
It may be tempting at the beginning of your pregnancy to buy ‘normal’ clothes in a bigger size, and make do with that. That may work for a couple of weeks, but you will find that eventually, you will need to buy clothing that has been especially designed for comfort and fit during pregnancy.

2) don’t make do
Start buying maternity clothes as early as you can in order to get the most wear out of them.

3) mix & match
It is possible to maximize your maternity wardrobe without breaking the bank. Try out a basic collection to start off with – maternity jeans, black trousers, yoga pants. a dress and a couple of tops. You can then add your own accessories to liven things up and dress outfits up when needed.

4) go for quality
Bear in mind that your maternity wardrobe will get a lot of wear – cheaper options just may not be able to stand the test of time. Go for products that offer good quality as well as good price.

5) get fitted
Get fitted for a maternity bra – most high street lingerie sellers offer a fitting service – you might be surprised at how quickly your bust grows!

6) work wear
If you need to look smart for work, try separates or a good maternity suit. You can then dress this down for weekends with a t-shirt and flats to ensure maximum wear.

7) under-bump trousers vs over-bump
Don’t be tempted by funky under-the bump maternity trouser styles. They might look groovy now, but believe you me, by 30 weeks pregnant a wide, stretchy, waistband is the only thing that will keep your trousers up in comfort.

8) maximise value
Buy nursing clothes where-ever possible. After all, you’ll wear these styles throughout pregnancy and beyond, ensuring maximum return on your maternity wear investment.

9) don’t panic
There’s no need to panic buy when it comes to maternity clothes. There’s plenty of choice out there, and with a little effort you will find a selection of clothes to suit your style and pocket.

10) be you!
Just because you’re pregnant it doesn’t mean you need to compromise on your own style. If you always liked figure hugging clothes – stick with it. If you like bold prints, you will find them. Be selective and accessorise, and feel like the yummy-mummy-to-be you are!