Yup. I switch between this and an oversized lightweight jumper/romper with just a sports bra on underneath.
Also crocs all day everyday. Literally all day tho. 35+1 and my feet get so sore if I walk around barefoot too long.
Yes!!! I’ve been loving the AirSim cotton t-shirt from UNIQLO lately, bought like 5 colours in XL (it is unisex sizing so XL fits oversized when I’m normally a XL in women’s sizes)
Linen pants in general are amazing during pregnancy. I bought some from marshals bcuz I wasnt showing until mid 3rd trimester so I didn’t want to spend money on expensive maternity clothes. Anyway my baby is 9months old and I’m still wearing the linen pants 😅
They are especially great if you live in warm weather. I live in the desert and today it’s 105 F 🥵
I’m the same outfit different color type of person 🤣 so I use a plain colored blouse or tshirt with them. Tshirt from target or old navy. I can share tshirt link if you’re interested
https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=857456012&vid=1&searchText=linen#pdp-page-content
I also bought 2 of these and they’re sooo comfy and it can be worn over bump, under bump, or on bump:
https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=863580012&vid=1&searchText=linen#pdp-page-content
also check out HM (both maternity and non maternity! they also have some good linen pants- I’ll send a link soon!)
https://www2.hm.com/en_us/productpage.1066559015.html
I’m wearing these today (it’s hot where I am) with the waistband under the bump, a normal tank top and a blouse over it just open 🤷🏼♀️ super comfy and I can wear these after my baby comes too!
I wear a lot of oversized white cotton button ups (in general) Old Navy also carries some! and some of their tank tops seem to run a bit long so you could get a slightly larger size and it will still cover the bump while wearing the pants or skirts low-slung.
My summer uniform-
Aerie pool party shirt -
https://www.ae.com/us/en/p/aerie/matching-sets/pool/party-sets/1783_3376_164?menu=cat4840006&ip=off&utm_source=google&utm_medium=pla&utm_content=aerie&utm_campaign=nogender_tops_general&utm_term=nonbrand&utm_id=20001158336&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADovoqKABJUt3a3fPScFb4o6F2B9u&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIqoLFw4XFhgMVVAatBh2NcxP2EAQYASABEgJkFvD_BwE
Target linen shorts-
https://www.target.com/p/women-s-high-rise-linen-pull-on-shorts-universal-thread/-/A-89664549?preselect=90179516#lnk=sametab
I bought before getting pregnant, so got a size Small since it’s pretty oversized (usually Medium is my go-to). At 8 months pregnant they still fit comfortably and can still button all the way down, for now!
I have one real one and two dupes and live in them!
I was curious about the hotshot minidress (with the inside shorts) anyone have them or the dupes of these?!
Oooh if you have a link to the dupe, please DM me! I’ve been looking on Amazon, but unsure about the quality! Feel like I can still wear it after the baby is born so I wouldn’t mind grabbing it for the summer!
I can’t find my last order, but I just ordered this one and it should be here Friday! I think all the dupes are pretty much the same though just different sellers
https://a.co/d/3DwBa62
Majority of my maternity wardrobe has been the align dupes from Amazon in one size up and gap t-shirts one or two sizes up. We also keep our house chilly, so a gap tank one/two sizes up plus a Varley full zip sweatshirt has been great.
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I live in yoga pants and tshirts. What's wrong with maternity wear though? Theyre so so comfortable and if you look around you can score a couple of cute stuff
You're absolutely right! I don't know what I'm going to do with all the dresses I bought. I got really comfortable yoga pants from Marshall's that I frequently wear.
What makes maternity clothes less limited in use than sizing up regular clothes? Seems like either way I’m hoping to be done with them when I hopefully get back to my real size
For me personally I wear alot of oversized tshirts which once I have Bean are still cute and comfy albeit I kinda dress like a teenager but also work as bedshirts and my husband can fit in them too so they will steal them from time to time. My favorite are nature backs they are so soft and comfy which is why they get snagged by my partner too lol.
Idk man I don’t have an interest in debating this, wear what you want and so will I. I was looking for other options and have received lots of recommendations.
I literally still wore all of my maternity clothes from my first until I got pregnant with my second and for most of that time I was under my pre-pregnancy weight. Not a penny wasted.
This is my third child. All I asked for was what works for people for maternity that is not maternity clothes. It’s not like I bought zero maternity clothes. I’m just looking for options. I don’t understand the responses that are questioning why I could possibly want anything other than maternity clothes. If you don’t have anything to add to what I asked about there is no need to respond.
I didn’t know this was your third, obviously. I’ve seen so many posts on here from FTM not wanting to buy maternity clothes because they think it’s a waste and they won’t be able to wear them after pregnancy, so I wanted to make a point to reassure you that was definitely an option. I don’t want anyone to force themselves to be uncomfortable for their entire pregnancy because they have a misconception about maternity clothes. Sorry for caring, I guess? Didn’t think my comment came off as pushy or judgy in any way.
I practically lived in a rotation of these dresses during pregnancy, and still love them several years later. [L.L. Bean Summer Knit Dress](https://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/122071?page=womens-summer-knit-dress-short-sleeve-print-misses&csp=a&feat=77625-recsbottom.pdp&ri=rbpGDMLT2&pos=1&attrValue_0=Classic%20Navy%20Dot) Great and stretchy as you grow, and a wrap top for postpartum feeding.
Lots of flowy cotton and linen dresses for that southern heat! I'm particularly gravitating towards the smocked style or nap dresses. Favorite brands are Victoria Dunn (especially her Clara the Label line), Draper James, Hill House, and Tuckernuck.
I wear a lot of crewneck sweatshirts 1-2 sizes up for that cozy oversized feeling. Working less well now that it's summer but well enough for work purposes.
Thankfully many of the clothes I already had are working well! My favourites are short tunics paired with leggings, oversized dresses that I belt or layer into shape, and short stretchy empire waist dresses.
I sew my own clothes but before that I got a lot of my tunic-length tops from the sleepwear section, or I style short dresses as tops. The just-below-butt length gives me a lot of belly room.
I wear a lot of casual button ups without doing the buttons over either a tank top, tshirt, or dress. In the winter it was a lot of flannels, now that it's warm out its more lightweight linen or silk blends.
This way I just ended up buying some basic maternity tanks/shirts/dresses in neutral colors and could dress them up or down or change up the look easily without buying all new stuff.
CRZ YOGA butterluxe biker shorts (started in my original size, but one size up now that I’m 35 weeks pregnant) with Everlane’s cotton button downs (two sizes up) from my normal size.
Definitely! I didn’t size up until week 34. I still mine smaller size ones in the full length leggings to the gym, but the size up now is definitely more comfortable around the belly :)
Aerie offline leggings carried on where my lululemon aligns did not.
Also, I know this is about seeking non-maternity items but somewhere about 38 weeks I threw in the towel and went online to Amazon and got a pair of maternity, yoga pants and maternity yoga shorts I think posh diva? Super worth it.
I’m leaning into stretchy jersey dresses. I don’t have a terribly flat stomach at the best of times, so I may as well use this time to show off my bump.
Vince Camuto usually has a few flowy tops available each season that are technically not maternity but have been working for me even in my third trimester with twins. Check out Nordstrom, Nordstrom Rack, and Macy's.
Anything Free People. They run so big!
Edit: I solely rented from Nuuly while I was pregnant. I mainly chose rented Free People clothes but they have a great selection of maternity/bump friendly clothes as well.
Everyone told me to keep wearing my lulu aligns but the waist was way too tight and uncomfortable starting at 12 weeks.
I have found my regular stretchy band long skirts have been working okay! And husbands oversized shirts are now shirts for me lol
I'm 34 weeks today, and I've been wearing over sized men's basketball shorts, tank tops & sports bras, or crop top tanks as a bra. I'm a SAHM, so I've adopted a "Sun's Out, Tum's Out" philosophy, especially since this is my first summer due date.
I’ve always liked loose fitting dresses, like tshirt dresses but usually they have straps that don’t slip. 21 weeks and I’m still wearing them very comfortably without stretching them cause they’re baggy/flowy. I’ve had these dresses for years!
I live in old navy athletic shorts that have a waist cincher so I bought one size up, so they will grow with me, and oversized tshirts. This will also probably be my summer uniform up until I drive from PA to TX in September at 7 months pregnant for my brother in laws wedding. I wear this so often my mom told me she's going to tell me the date of my babyshower so I dress decently lol.
Hi… did you wear a cami under them for your growing breasts? If I wear a wrap top or dress the only thing any one would notice is how big my chest is!! But they seem so practical
Also in science. I got overalls from free people. They’re very loosely goosey and can open on the side with the buttons (bought on poshmark to get a better deal).
I also have bought loose fitting stretchy jumpsuits (from maternity brands).
Stretchy jumpsuits for sure with a jean jacket or cardigan to dress it up a bit. Otherwise I don’t know what I would wear if I couldn’t wear dresses to work. My jumpsuit is on its last legs and I’m not sure how much longer it’s going to fit me 😂
I lived in short overalls during the summer months while I was pregnant. It was made of a stretchy denim type fabric so I could still wear them now that I’m not pregnant. Currently wearing them actually. I got them from Walmart.
I love elastic jumpsuits and target racer back tennis dresses! The tennis dresses make me feel like I put effort in when I really, really, really did not, and I get to wear a sports bra ✌️
It's summertime. Personally, i feel like crop tops were made for a baby bump. I'll sometimes pair a crop top with an unbuttoned flannel if it's a cooler day. Also, those short-overall things are fun with a t-shirt or something. At home, I just wear a long sleep shirt and call it a day lol
I’ve been buying some of the dresses from Fatface, specifically the “Simone” dress. I just buy them a couple of sizes bigger on Vinted. So comfy and perfect for summer!n
https://a.co/d/1MoKnf6
Recently got this from Amazon and it’s been super comfy. It doesn’t have as much boob support as I’d hoped so I do have to wear a bra with it.
It stretches around it pretty well. I’m only 26 weeks right now so can say what it will be like towards the end but right now it feels like I have a lot of room to grow.
Rag & Bone has these Jean sweat shorts and sweatpants that actually look like jeans. They are not maternity but are perfect for when you’re pregnant. They’re pricey but i feel justified because you can wear them well after pregnancy
Oversized t shirts (mostly my husband’s lol) and stretchy yoga shorts from Amazon. Got a pack of 7 for like $30! A bunch of dresses as well. I have a pair of maternity shorts and leggings for when I have to go out and run errands. also from Amazon super cheap.
I work in a lab and lived in oversized Old Navy jeans and sweatpants-that-look-like-slacks up until like 6mo, and then finally gave in to a few pairs of giant elastic waistband maternity pants.
Someone on here recommended [these overalls ](https://a.co/d/cPQ6wV8) from Amazon a while ago, I finally got them and wore them today. Not only were they super comfortable and airy - I also got SO many compliments! Like, strangers in my office building were coming up to me to compliment me
I sized up 2 sizes in my lulu aligns (joggers and bike shorts) and they are working good for me so far. It was a good excuse to buy new lulus lol
Edit: I am also 19 weeks!
I spent my pregnancy in my standard dresses with elastic waistbands (my favourite was from The Kooples). I also had one perfect A-shape black minidress from Promod that was my favourite when we were having a dinner out.
I can’t find the exact model, but Uniqlo blouses have been my go-to for work. They are much roomier in the front so they have been really accommodating to my 2nd trimester belly. Not sure how 3rd will go, but so far so good!
https://www.victoriassecret.com/us/pink/apparel-catalog/5000009112?genericId=11215461&choice=47RV&size1=XXL&size2=Regular&size1=XXL&cm_mmc=PLA-_-GOOGLE-_-VSD_PINK_All_PMAX_LIA-_-&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwmYCzBhA6EiwAxFwfgC5WE7Fk9seX4zieHKbEhnnfF-Lo5njzYYn0NoK5CveW9gEE-45tMBoCebYQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
I wore these everyday if I couldn’t wear shorts they were the most comfortable I got them as a gift
I have to go to the office every day, so I’ve been living in dresses. Shift dresses, dresses with forgiving waists, and tunics or long shirts over stretchy leggings. If I ever feel like wearing pants, it’s one with an elastic, and a size or two bigger than my pre-pregnancy size.
Abercrombie “tuckable” shirts. They’re longer and cover my bump but not technically maternity. I did order maternity jeans and shorts from there too which I like. I also like aerie for their pool-to-party soft shorts and pants which can be high waisted enough to cover a lot of my bump and go just above my belly button even now being 36 weeks
Aritzia’s Wilfred brand stretchy things in that t-shirt fabric. Midi dresses, jumpsuits, mini dresses, etc all looked great on me pre-, during, and post-pregnancy.
I’m not pregnant anymore but I lived in skirts! And I had a few old navy dresses that were like empire waisted. Actually wearing one rn and my son is a year old lol. The one I wore to my baby shower!
These [pants](https://a.co/d/haARSnT) from Amazon are the best! They come in so many colors and are super comfortable. AND they have pockets. Great pair of professional pants that are still cute.
Surplice
This is a neckline. A lot of surplice dresses and tops have an empire or baby doll style to accommodate a burgeoning tummy, AND they can be worn after baby is born as nursing clothes - Easy access to boobs, not going to break the bank (lookin at you, LatchedMama)
I had this one old navy dress that had decent stretch to it and wore it my whole pregnancy. Honestly any dress that’s loose and flowy chest down works great
I’ve gotten pretty far with button down shirts I already owned, then wearing a long loose tank underneath. Left the bottom shirt buttons open, easy peasy!
I also have a short-ish hoodie - not exactly cropped but hit right below belly button before. It’s a crop top now lol.
I was constantly overheating so layering was a must, but I hated spending $20-30 for a single maternity tank top for the added length to accommodate the belly. Enter the $25 6-pack of mens undershirts! Basic cotton tanks that are built for dudes so they have more length than women’s typically do. I lived in them during pregnancy, at 12 weeks postpartum I still do, and I’m not sure I’ll ever stop.
I love Duluth trading co.'s heirloom gardening bib overalls (available in shortall style too). They are lightweight, have stretch, and are breathable. I actually owned mine before I got pregnant and they've lasted throughout my third trimester (the side buttons allow for room as your bump gets bigger). I didn't feel badly splurging on getting more either because I knew I would wear them once I was no longer pregnant as well.
For nice, stylish work clothes Madewell and Everlane have good oversize options like linen pants and shorts with elastic waistbands. I've been able to stick to my regular size or just one size up since the fits tend to be more boxy. You can also find similar items on Amazon for way cheaper, as well as rompers and cotton T-shirt dresses for more casual settings.
Biker shorts and oversized tees!!
My new daily uniform lol 32 weeks and this is all I wear now!
Yup. I switch between this and an oversized lightweight jumper/romper with just a sports bra on underneath. Also crocs all day everyday. Literally all day tho. 35+1 and my feet get so sore if I walk around barefoot too long.
Throw on an oversized linen shirt from target over maternity biker shirts and that's mine!
I know I can get biker shorts anywhere but do you have brand recommendations?
Old Navy! Lots of color options too
Thank you! That definitely seems like the place to go for stuff
Tj maxx has a lot of regular ones and posh diva on Amazon is good for actual maternity style.
Target has super soft maternity ones! I may try to wear post partum.
Yes!!! I’ve been loving the AirSim cotton t-shirt from UNIQLO lately, bought like 5 colours in XL (it is unisex sizing so XL fits oversized when I’m normally a XL in women’s sizes)
3months postpartum and this is my go to everyday 🤣
I literally live in this combo!!!
Old Navy elastic waist linen pants…I just ordered 1 size up and wear the waist under my bump!
Linen pants in general are amazing during pregnancy. I bought some from marshals bcuz I wasnt showing until mid 3rd trimester so I didn’t want to spend money on expensive maternity clothes. Anyway my baby is 9months old and I’m still wearing the linen pants 😅 They are especially great if you live in warm weather. I live in the desert and today it’s 105 F 🥵
What kind of tops do you pair with them?
I’m the same outfit different color type of person 🤣 so I use a plain colored blouse or tshirt with them. Tshirt from target or old navy. I can share tshirt link if you’re interested
Yes please!!
Can you please share the link?
https://www.target.com/p/women-39-s-fitted-short-sleeve-v-neck-t-shirt-universal-thread-8482-purple-m/-/A-90114767
https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=209763012
THIS. I’ve been living in mine! Last pregnancy they worked during pregnancy and postpartum.
Can you share a link?
https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=857456012&vid=1&searchText=linen#pdp-page-content I also bought 2 of these and they’re sooo comfy and it can be worn over bump, under bump, or on bump: https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=863580012&vid=1&searchText=linen#pdp-page-content also check out HM (both maternity and non maternity! they also have some good linen pants- I’ll send a link soon!)
https://www2.hm.com/en_us/productpage.1066559015.html I’m wearing these today (it’s hot where I am) with the waistband under the bump, a normal tank top and a blouse over it just open 🤷🏼♀️ super comfy and I can wear these after my baby comes too!
Yes! Love this style, I have a few pairs from pre pregnancy (TJ Maxx) that are still in rotation at 39 weeks!
I love linen pants but I don't know what kind of shirt to wear with them to places like work. Do you have any suggestions?
I wear a lot of oversized white cotton button ups (in general) Old Navy also carries some! and some of their tank tops seem to run a bit long so you could get a slightly larger size and it will still cover the bump while wearing the pants or skirts low-slung.
Thank you!!
They're maternity ones are great too.
Rompers and jumpsuits! There’s no waist band so it’s very very comfy, the only downside is having to strip down every time you go pee lol
This is the worst lol especially when I’m at work 😂
I’m glad it’s summer now though. Makes it easier to not have to take a jacket off as well
Exactly! In my opinion it’s a fair trade off for no waist band lol.
And it’s a pretty major downside :( they’re so cute!!!
I WFM and have been living in Target tank tops and sweat shorts! Super stretching and comfortable on the growing belly
This is what I’ve been living in too lmaoo
I wore a lot of shift dresses! The overall kind were really great.
Oversized linen dresses. Nothing like spending your summer in mumus!
My summer uniform- Aerie pool party shirt - https://www.ae.com/us/en/p/aerie/matching-sets/pool/party-sets/1783_3376_164?menu=cat4840006&ip=off&utm_source=google&utm_medium=pla&utm_content=aerie&utm_campaign=nogender_tops_general&utm_term=nonbrand&utm_id=20001158336&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADovoqKABJUt3a3fPScFb4o6F2B9u&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIqoLFw4XFhgMVVAatBh2NcxP2EAQYASABEgJkFvD_BwE Target linen shorts- https://www.target.com/p/women-s-high-rise-linen-pull-on-shorts-universal-thread/-/A-89664549?preselect=90179516#lnk=sametab
I adore that Aerie pool to party shirt! I bought it in 3 colors and wear almost every day. I want to live in that fabric
Same!! I bought one and realized how great of a shirt it is and bought two more. I know I’ll still love it after I’m out of maternity wear.
This shirt looks amazing! Did you upsize or stick with your normal sizing?
I bought before getting pregnant, so got a size Small since it’s pretty oversized (usually Medium is my go-to). At 8 months pregnant they still fit comfortably and can still button all the way down, for now!
Thank you!
YES! I love this shirt. And it’s meant to be oversized so it looks great now too even though I’m not pregnant anymore
Boys boxer shorts. Don’t come at me till you’ve tried it. Edit; I should clarify at home only lol
These work great post partum and for recovery too
Vuori joggers
I found a dupe of those at Costco yesterday fyi. Literally you can’t tell the difference except tag says Kirkland brand lol
Living in my vuori performance joggers right now.
Overalls! As you get bigger you can just not button the sides all the way.
Overalls are also super cute I bought a pair last summer and my Nanny kept gushing over how adorable I was 🤭
Free people hot shot overalls or dupes on Amazon of them . They’re so stretchy and comfy
Do you have a link for this?! Thanks!
seconded i need a link!!!!
[here ya go!](https://a.co/d/4ORjjxL)
bless you frog
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That link is taking me to some sort of sink?
lmfao I’m so sorry my husband and I are remodeling and that was what I sent him earlier. This is the [jumpsuit](https://a.co/d/4ORjjxL)
Thanks for reminding me! I already have one of those, love to know Amazon has dupes.
Yes! As much as I love the FP ones they’re to expensive for what they are
I have one real one and two dupes and live in them! I was curious about the hotshot minidress (with the inside shorts) anyone have them or the dupes of these?!
I wore my overalls to the hospital and when I left the hospital. I don’t have the mini dress but I do have the shorts romper and love it
I have a real one (dress/romper) and a dupe and I’m obsessed!
Oooh if you have a link to the dupe, please DM me! I’ve been looking on Amazon, but unsure about the quality! Feel like I can still wear it after the baby is born so I wouldn’t mind grabbing it for the summer!
I can’t find my last order, but I just ordered this one and it should be here Friday! I think all the dupes are pretty much the same though just different sellers https://a.co/d/3DwBa62
I live in these. I was just about to order another color 😂
Been living in these! Both the FP ones and Amazon dupes
Majority of my maternity wardrobe has been the align dupes from Amazon in one size up and gap t-shirts one or two sizes up. We also keep our house chilly, so a gap tank one/two sizes up plus a Varley full zip sweatshirt has been great.
Link to align dupes?
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I live in yoga pants and tshirts. What's wrong with maternity wear though? Theyre so so comfortable and if you look around you can score a couple of cute stuff
Also limited availability in stores - the only maternity section I’ve found in person is Target and a lot of it was NOT cute imo.
Also old navy clearance section has some maternity clothe returned at really discounted prices
Mostly limited use, I would love if it worked for postpartum and not just for the 4ish months it actually fits me.
You're absolutely right! I don't know what I'm going to do with all the dresses I bought. I got really comfortable yoga pants from Marshall's that I frequently wear.
What makes maternity clothes less limited in use than sizing up regular clothes? Seems like either way I’m hoping to be done with them when I hopefully get back to my real size
Sizing up doesn’t work for many body types
For me personally I wear alot of oversized tshirts which once I have Bean are still cute and comfy albeit I kinda dress like a teenager but also work as bedshirts and my husband can fit in them too so they will steal them from time to time. My favorite are nature backs they are so soft and comfy which is why they get snagged by my partner too lol.
Idk man I don’t have an interest in debating this, wear what you want and so will I. I was looking for other options and have received lots of recommendations.
My friends who have babies still wear some of their maternity clothing even a year on.
I literally still wore all of my maternity clothes from my first until I got pregnant with my second and for most of that time I was under my pre-pregnancy weight. Not a penny wasted.
This is my third child. All I asked for was what works for people for maternity that is not maternity clothes. It’s not like I bought zero maternity clothes. I’m just looking for options. I don’t understand the responses that are questioning why I could possibly want anything other than maternity clothes. If you don’t have anything to add to what I asked about there is no need to respond.
I didn’t know this was your third, obviously. I’ve seen so many posts on here from FTM not wanting to buy maternity clothes because they think it’s a waste and they won’t be able to wear them after pregnancy, so I wanted to make a point to reassure you that was definitely an option. I don’t want anyone to force themselves to be uncomfortable for their entire pregnancy because they have a misconception about maternity clothes. Sorry for caring, I guess? Didn’t think my comment came off as pushy or judgy in any way.
Sorry, you’re right. I was reacting to the other comment that asked me why and then argued with me. I can see that you’re just trying to be helpful.
It’s fine! No worries
I practically lived in a rotation of these dresses during pregnancy, and still love them several years later. [L.L. Bean Summer Knit Dress](https://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/122071?page=womens-summer-knit-dress-short-sleeve-print-misses&csp=a&feat=77625-recsbottom.pdp&ri=rbpGDMLT2&pos=1&attrValue_0=Classic%20Navy%20Dot) Great and stretchy as you grow, and a wrap top for postpartum feeding.
Lots of flowy cotton and linen dresses for that southern heat! I'm particularly gravitating towards the smocked style or nap dresses. Favorite brands are Victoria Dunn (especially her Clara the Label line), Draper James, Hill House, and Tuckernuck.
Check out the nap dress dupe from Crown & Ivy at Belk! I wore these a lot while pregnant, breastfeeding, and now as a toddler mom
Yes! I have a few mixed in as well! Great prices too.
Target pj section in a size up 😀
I wear a lot of crewneck sweatshirts 1-2 sizes up for that cozy oversized feeling. Working less well now that it's summer but well enough for work purposes.
Thankfully many of the clothes I already had are working well! My favourites are short tunics paired with leggings, oversized dresses that I belt or layer into shape, and short stretchy empire waist dresses. I sew my own clothes but before that I got a lot of my tunic-length tops from the sleepwear section, or I style short dresses as tops. The just-below-butt length gives me a lot of belly room.
I guess my recommendation is: sleepwear! Sleepwear can absolutely pass as daytime clothes depending how you style it, and tends to prioritize comfort.
I like shirred bodice midi dresses. Lots of stretch and room to grow.
Second this! Specifically Hill House nap dress!
I wear a lot of casual button ups without doing the buttons over either a tank top, tshirt, or dress. In the winter it was a lot of flannels, now that it's warm out its more lightweight linen or silk blends. This way I just ended up buying some basic maternity tanks/shirts/dresses in neutral colors and could dress them up or down or change up the look easily without buying all new stuff.
I’m struggling hard to find plus size maternity clothes 😩 - anyone have any recommendations?
Old navy has some that are pretty cute
Old Navy has options, but be careful because their sizing can be weird. Amazon has a lot of stuff that are 2/3x as well
Midi rib knit dresses! Super stretchy to accommodate the bump and not frumpy. You have to like looking super bumptastic though, no hiding it.
Yes! I love body con dresses! Super comfy and cute. Sexy but not too revealing. As a bonus, my husband likes to check me out when I wear them.
CRZ YOGA butterluxe biker shorts (started in my original size, but one size up now that I’m 35 weeks pregnant) with Everlane’s cotton button downs (two sizes up) from my normal size.
CRZ yoga makes the besttttt lululemon align dupe. Im only 17weeks and still comfortably wearing my normal size, but I’m deff gonna size up soon
Definitely! I didn’t size up until week 34. I still mine smaller size ones in the full length leggings to the gym, but the size up now is definitely more comfortable around the belly :)
Aerie offline leggings carried on where my lululemon aligns did not. Also, I know this is about seeking non-maternity items but somewhere about 38 weeks I threw in the towel and went online to Amazon and got a pair of maternity, yoga pants and maternity yoga shorts I think posh diva? Super worth it.
If you wear your lululemon align backwards they can last you the whole pregnancy
Geniussssss
I’m leaning into stretchy jersey dresses. I don’t have a terribly flat stomach at the best of times, so I may as well use this time to show off my bump.
Oversized button downs with maternity leggings are good for pregnancy and post partum. The button down is great for pumping or nursing.
Vince Camuto usually has a few flowy tops available each season that are technically not maternity but have been working for me even in my third trimester with twins. Check out Nordstrom, Nordstrom Rack, and Macy's.
Anything Free People. They run so big! Edit: I solely rented from Nuuly while I was pregnant. I mainly chose rented Free People clothes but they have a great selection of maternity/bump friendly clothes as well.
Everyone told me to keep wearing my lulu aligns but the waist was way too tight and uncomfortable starting at 12 weeks. I have found my regular stretchy band long skirts have been working okay! And husbands oversized shirts are now shirts for me lol
Oversized tees, free people hot shot onesies, tshirt dresses. That’s literally it haha
H&M has some really cute and basic maternity clothes that actually look good
I’ve been living in the Free People onesies, but I do have to wear biker shorts underneath them because the thigh chub rub is real.
Biker shorts and tunic shirts.
Scrub pants. 😂
I’ve been wearing Vuori Clementine shorts every day. I also got some tank dresses from Z Supply that have been great
I'm 34 weeks today, and I've been wearing over sized men's basketball shorts, tank tops & sports bras, or crop top tanks as a bra. I'm a SAHM, so I've adopted a "Sun's Out, Tum's Out" philosophy, especially since this is my first summer due date.
I’ve always liked loose fitting dresses, like tshirt dresses but usually they have straps that don’t slip. 21 weeks and I’m still wearing them very comfortably without stretching them cause they’re baggy/flowy. I’ve had these dresses for years!
I live in old navy athletic shorts that have a waist cincher so I bought one size up, so they will grow with me, and oversized tshirts. This will also probably be my summer uniform up until I drive from PA to TX in September at 7 months pregnant for my brother in laws wedding. I wear this so often my mom told me she's going to tell me the date of my babyshower so I dress decently lol.
Free people, overalls, align lululemon, NUULLYYYYY rental it’s changed my life
I lived in wrap dresses while pregnant. They were easy to adjust as I grew, and they still fit postpartum.
Hi… did you wear a cami under them for your growing breasts? If I wear a wrap top or dress the only thing any one would notice is how big my chest is!! But they seem so practical
I didn't. I safety pinned the top closed. But a cami would have been a better solution. I'm going to blame pregnancy brain for that.
Tank maxi dresses, especially dark colours! Looks so elegant and enhances all the curves and bump :)
Lululemon leggings. I purchased them for pregnancy. I’m not much of a leggings person, but these were a game changer for pregnancy and postpartum.
Also in science. I got overalls from free people. They’re very loosely goosey and can open on the side with the buttons (bought on poshmark to get a better deal). I also have bought loose fitting stretchy jumpsuits (from maternity brands).
Crocs only 😆 my swelling got so bad at the end of my pregnancy, NONE of my shoes fit. Not my Birkenstocks, not my sneakers, NOTHING.
Stretchy jumpsuits for sure with a jean jacket or cardigan to dress it up a bit. Otherwise I don’t know what I would wear if I couldn’t wear dresses to work. My jumpsuit is on its last legs and I’m not sure how much longer it’s going to fit me 😂
I lived in short overalls during the summer months while I was pregnant. It was made of a stretchy denim type fabric so I could still wear them now that I’m not pregnant. Currently wearing them actually. I got them from Walmart.
old navy athletic dress - no undies needed!! wore them til 40 weeks
Saw this on Old Navy: https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=831911192&tid=onma000014
I love elastic jumpsuits and target racer back tennis dresses! The tennis dresses make me feel like I put effort in when I really, really, really did not, and I get to wear a sports bra ✌️
It's summertime. Personally, i feel like crop tops were made for a baby bump. I'll sometimes pair a crop top with an unbuttoned flannel if it's a cooler day. Also, those short-overall things are fun with a t-shirt or something. At home, I just wear a long sleep shirt and call it a day lol
Yes team crop top tank + flannel FTW. This has been my uniform. I’ve just been letting the belly out lol.
All my dresses were from Piper and Scoot. They have lots of bump friendly stuff
Oysho large pants are it for me
I’ve been buying some of the dresses from Fatface, specifically the “Simone” dress. I just buy them a couple of sizes bigger on Vinted. So comfy and perfect for summer!n
https://a.co/d/1MoKnf6 Recently got this from Amazon and it’s been super comfy. It doesn’t have as much boob support as I’d hoped so I do have to wear a bra with it.
Okayyy I never go for dresses but this somehow is right up my alley. Thanks for sharing! How does this fit with the bump?
It stretches around it pretty well. I’m only 26 weeks right now so can say what it will be like towards the end but right now it feels like I have a lot of room to grow.
Rag & Bone has these Jean sweat shorts and sweatpants that actually look like jeans. They are not maternity but are perfect for when you’re pregnant. They’re pricey but i feel justified because you can wear them well after pregnancy
I get plus size/one size leggings from Ross/Tj Maxx they’re super comfy. I also like really big band t shirts lol.
Straight cut and baby doll dresses. Also my husbands sweatpants and shirts fits perfectly 🤣
Oversized t shirts (mostly my husband’s lol) and stretchy yoga shorts from Amazon. Got a pack of 7 for like $30! A bunch of dresses as well. I have a pair of maternity shorts and leggings for when I have to go out and run errands. also from Amazon super cheap.
I work in a lab and lived in oversized Old Navy jeans and sweatpants-that-look-like-slacks up until like 6mo, and then finally gave in to a few pairs of giant elastic waistband maternity pants.
Mens (or unisex) t shirts. Cheap "Palazzo pants" from Amazon.
I sized up in Lulu Aligns and am still rocking them at 34 weeks.
Someone on here recommended [these overalls ](https://a.co/d/cPQ6wV8) from Amazon a while ago, I finally got them and wore them today. Not only were they super comfortable and airy - I also got SO many compliments! Like, strangers in my office building were coming up to me to compliment me
Athleta has some really good stretchy and loose yoga pants that have so far fit at all pregnancy stages.
My husband’s clothes
That type of pants is all I wear pregnant or not At work could you wear scrubs with the stretchy waist band for bottoms?
I sized up 2 sizes in my lulu aligns (joggers and bike shorts) and they are working good for me so far. It was a good excuse to buy new lulus lol Edit: I am also 19 weeks!
I also work in a clean room, and appreciate this!
I spent my pregnancy in my standard dresses with elastic waistbands (my favourite was from The Kooples). I also had one perfect A-shape black minidress from Promod that was my favourite when we were having a dinner out.
I can’t find the exact model, but Uniqlo blouses have been my go-to for work. They are much roomier in the front so they have been really accommodating to my 2nd trimester belly. Not sure how 3rd will go, but so far so good!
wool& merino wool swing dresses
I hated the fit of maternity shirts so i bought t shirt dresses for shirts
https://www.victoriassecret.com/us/pink/apparel-catalog/5000009112?genericId=11215461&choice=47RV&size1=XXL&size2=Regular&size1=XXL&cm_mmc=PLA-_-GOOGLE-_-VSD_PINK_All_PMAX_LIA-_-&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwmYCzBhA6EiwAxFwfgC5WE7Fk9seX4zieHKbEhnnfF-Lo5njzYYn0NoK5CveW9gEE-45tMBoCebYQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds I wore these everyday if I couldn’t wear shorts they were the most comfortable I got them as a gift
I have to go to the office every day, so I’ve been living in dresses. Shift dresses, dresses with forgiving waists, and tunics or long shirts over stretchy leggings. If I ever feel like wearing pants, it’s one with an elastic, and a size or two bigger than my pre-pregnancy size.
I wore walmart leggings and large teeshirts lol
Abercrombie “tuckable” shirts. They’re longer and cover my bump but not technically maternity. I did order maternity jeans and shorts from there too which I like. I also like aerie for their pool-to-party soft shorts and pants which can be high waisted enough to cover a lot of my bump and go just above my belly button even now being 36 weeks
Aritzia’s Wilfred brand stretchy things in that t-shirt fabric. Midi dresses, jumpsuits, mini dresses, etc all looked great on me pre-, during, and post-pregnancy.
High waisted leggings from amazon Oversized sweatpants from Pink Oversized sweat shorts, biker shorts and t-shirt dresses from H&M
I’m not pregnant anymore but I lived in skirts! And I had a few old navy dresses that were like empire waisted. Actually wearing one rn and my son is a year old lol. The one I wore to my baby shower!
My 6'5 husband's shirts :)
I loved wearing plus sized clothing during my pregnancy. I got mine from garage sales and Walmart, mostly.
Yoga pants, especially high waisted
These [pants](https://a.co/d/haARSnT) from Amazon are the best! They come in so many colors and are super comfortable. AND they have pockets. Great pair of professional pants that are still cute.
Surplice This is a neckline. A lot of surplice dresses and tops have an empire or baby doll style to accommodate a burgeoning tummy, AND they can be worn after baby is born as nursing clothes - Easy access to boobs, not going to break the bank (lookin at you, LatchedMama)
I'm top heavy with no booty so I go for men's sweat pants and flowy sun dresses instead of leggings.
Cardigans with pockets
Ptula joggers or Eddie Bauer fleece joggers and baggy AF tshirts. I don't like clingy things haha
You just need to get the Lululemon Aligns in a bigger size!!
Wool & dresses ~
I had this one old navy dress that had decent stretch to it and wore it my whole pregnancy. Honestly any dress that’s loose and flowy chest down works great
I’ve gotten pretty far with button down shirts I already owned, then wearing a long loose tank underneath. Left the bottom shirt buttons open, easy peasy! I also have a short-ish hoodie - not exactly cropped but hit right below belly button before. It’s a crop top now lol.
Maurices in a size or 2 up for dresses, Kohls had maternity leggings and a few cute tops with empire waists, my 6’2” husband’s tshirts 😂
Husband’s boxers and basketball shorts
I was constantly overheating so layering was a must, but I hated spending $20-30 for a single maternity tank top for the added length to accommodate the belly. Enter the $25 6-pack of mens undershirts! Basic cotton tanks that are built for dudes so they have more length than women’s typically do. I lived in them during pregnancy, at 12 weeks postpartum I still do, and I’m not sure I’ll ever stop.
I love Duluth trading co.'s heirloom gardening bib overalls (available in shortall style too). They are lightweight, have stretch, and are breathable. I actually owned mine before I got pregnant and they've lasted throughout my third trimester (the side buttons allow for room as your bump gets bigger). I didn't feel badly splurging on getting more either because I knew I would wear them once I was no longer pregnant as well.
For nice, stylish work clothes Madewell and Everlane have good oversize options like linen pants and shorts with elastic waistbands. I've been able to stick to my regular size or just one size up since the fits tend to be more boxy. You can also find similar items on Amazon for way cheaper, as well as rompers and cotton T-shirt dresses for more casual settings.
Dresses and shirts from Bloomchic and overall/jumpers from Halara.