Read all about choosing the right maternity clothes!

Maternity clothes are made to fit a pregnant women's body – they are made with the same sizes as non-maternity clothes but manufacturers allow extra room for the changing shape. Maternity clothes have room for the expanding belly & they are supposed to fit well without looking sloppy. Its usually in months 4 to 9 when they are used the max.

How to buy Maternity Clothes for Office ?

While going to work during pregnancy, after the 4th month is when there is a problem with skirts and pants. Mothers should opt or look out for skirts or pants with an elastic waist or soft knits with elastic waistbands, which can be worn with dressy long-sleeve blouses or long tops (worn out) and still look professional.

Some times suit jackets worn open over the blouse and skirt/pant for an even more businesslike look. Some times the bust size changes, but that is after the 6 th month that is when women would need a bigger bra & bigger blouses.

Discount shops that handle designer or high-end clothing are another great source for maternity clothes, which is great for corporate office. Women go to work for approximately 2 months, when they need real maternity clothes to adjust to their body.

Dark colors are usually the choice for work environment. Shades of ruby, black, wine are some good choices.

How to wear casual clothes during maternity?

The best clothes stock would be more than a few oversized maternity t-shirts. They are soft comfortable & stretch as mothers grow bigger.

How to Shop for Workout, Swim Wear during maternity?

All workout clothes should have at least 10% of spandex for elasticity. Mothers should have at least 2 pairs of athletic bra's, which could be worn for extra support both during work out & also during swim time. Swimsuits should always be a size bigger & should be brought at the right time, never too early.

Important Tips in buying maternity clothes?

•  In a closed knit community, there are new mother clubs who often share maternity clothes & baby gear.

•  Maternity clothes should be brought not all at once but as needed during the course, as most parents are already on a tight budget saving for the baby.

•  Wife's can check with their husbands closet to see for some maternity t-shirts & other loose fitting sweat pants etc.

•  When purchasing skirts & dresses during the 2 – 4 th month, mothers have to consider that as their belly grows, the skirts & dresses will get shorter. So this has to be taken into consideration.

•  While purchasing maternity clothes, women can try them on with a small pillow in their abdomen to simulate the 8-9 th month of their pregnancy.

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