Maternity Wear Guide
MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR BUMP
After discovering that you are pregnant, you gleefully flick through the baby magazines and wonder at the diversity of clothing, while being assured by advertisers that there is no need to look frumpy. You look at the model with the pearly white teeth and compact little baby bump, yet, when you look in the changing room mirror you see a hot air balloon looking back at you and are convinced that if you wore a basket you would probably take flight.
You ask yourself, what you are doing wrong?
The answer is, that you are probably unaware of just what is available for your particular shape and size. At Budget Bumps we accommodate for all the diversities of the female body and offer the following advice:
Despite the pregnancy leaflets advising that you will not gain significant weight in the first trimester, many women feel bloated and their usual clothing can tug against their sensitive tummies. Maternity wear is designed for later stages of pregnancy so at this point you are advised to make use of a Belly Belt Kit from Fertile Minds.
The benefits of the Belly Belt Kit include adapting your usual clothing with the aid of elastic strips and coloured jersey panels, which allow you more time in your pre-pregnancy clothes, proving cost effective and flexible.
By this stage your bump is unmistakable, and maternity wear becomes necessary. For a trendy look you are likely to get good use from the “under bump” style of clothing such as stretchy side panels which are comfortable yet subtle and fashionable.
For something a bit smarter you will be interested in items with flat, tailored front panels and internal adjustable waistbands that prove more comfortable and discreet than large stretchy jersey panels. At this stage of pregnancy, bias cut styles are flattering as are dresses with rear ties that adjust to fit your changing size and offer good flexibility.
For your own comfort you will need a good support bra and take a look at our specially designed lingerie to boost your confidence and make yourself feel special! You can still look and feel sexy when pregnant.
By now you will have fully outgrown your old wardrobe, but you can take solace in knowing that maternity wear is at its most selective.
Good fitting trousers are a must along with stretch panel skirts and adjustable waistbands as they offer a comfortable fit over your expanding bump. Maternity tops provide a flattering alternative to oversized regular tops as they are designed to make the best out of your pregnancy shape. Dresses are available to either cover up or show off your bump depending on your mood!
At about 36 weeks you should be measured for a nursing bra . Although its difficult to estimate how many bras you will need and how frequently your size will alter you can be assured that the affordability of Budget Bumps mean you will not have to worry about cost.
Lastly prepare for the big day (or night!). You will be feeling sensitive and will make good use from loose fitting and comfortable post-pregnancy clothing and nightwear suitable for breastfeeding.
Take a look through our range and you will be surprised at the variety and affordability at www.budget-bumps.co.uk
Good luck with your pregnancy and remember that you are lucky that maternity wear has never been more selective, fashionable and affordable.
You ask yourself, what you are doing wrong?
The answer is, that you are probably unaware of just what is available for your particular shape and size. At Budget Bumps we accommodate for all the diversities of the female body and offer the following advice:
FIRST TRIMESTER (4-13 weeks)
Despite the pregnancy leaflets advising that you will not gain significant weight in the first trimester, many women feel bloated and their usual clothing can tug against their sensitive tummies. Maternity wear is designed for later stages of pregnancy so at this point you are advised to make use of a Belly Belt Kit from Fertile Minds.
The benefits of the Belly Belt Kit include adapting your usual clothing with the aid of elastic strips and coloured jersey panels, which allow you more time in your pre-pregnancy clothes, proving cost effective and flexible.
SECOND TRIMESTER (14-27 weeks)
By this stage your bump is unmistakable, and maternity wear becomes necessary. For a trendy look you are likely to get good use from the “under bump” style of clothing such as stretchy side panels which are comfortable yet subtle and fashionable.
For something a bit smarter you will be interested in items with flat, tailored front panels and internal adjustable waistbands that prove more comfortable and discreet than large stretchy jersey panels. At this stage of pregnancy, bias cut styles are flattering as are dresses with rear ties that adjust to fit your changing size and offer good flexibility.
For your own comfort you will need a good support bra and take a look at our specially designed lingerie to boost your confidence and make yourself feel special! You can still look and feel sexy when pregnant.
THIRD TRIMESTER (28-42 weeks)
By now you will have fully outgrown your old wardrobe, but you can take solace in knowing that maternity wear is at its most selective.
Good fitting trousers are a must along with stretch panel skirts and adjustable waistbands as they offer a comfortable fit over your expanding bump. Maternity tops provide a flattering alternative to oversized regular tops as they are designed to make the best out of your pregnancy shape. Dresses are available to either cover up or show off your bump depending on your mood!
At about 36 weeks you should be measured for a nursing bra . Although its difficult to estimate how many bras you will need and how frequently your size will alter you can be assured that the affordability of Budget Bumps mean you will not have to worry about cost.
Lastly prepare for the big day (or night!). You will be feeling sensitive and will make good use from loose fitting and comfortable post-pregnancy clothing and nightwear suitable for breastfeeding.
Take a look through our range and you will be surprised at the variety and affordability at www.budget-bumps.co.uk
Good luck with your pregnancy and remember that you are lucky that maternity wear has never been more selective, fashionable and affordable.