Choosing stylish maternity and breast feeding clothes

Looking beautiful during pregnancy is easy. You will find yourself with boosted -or discover completely new- voluptuous curves, and have a healthy, happy glow. Thinking about your maternity and breast feeding wardrobe and the image you project is the first step to looking, and more importantly feeling, like a beautiful mummy.

Here are the top tips for a stylish maternity:

Size matters.

It can be easier to move away from maternity lines and breast feeding clothes and simply buy and borrow regular clothes in a bigger size. Many pregnant women find themselves borrowing their partner’s clothes, or buying clothes from the men’s sections. This is fine for comfortable wear around the house. But constantly wearing bulky clothes which are far too big will leave you looking and feeling much bigger than you are.

There are so many stylish maternity lines available which will flatter your shape. In cooler weather wear a fitted long-sleeved maternity top with a loose scarf for a chic snug look.

Not only will the clothes flatter your bump, but they are also designed with optimum levels of comfort, with natural fabrics to avoid irritation and a comfortable cut.

Start with the basics.

Maternity underwear will give you a neat silhouette to begin with. Look for comfortable cotton fabrics and designs which give you the support.

Build a basic capsule wardrobe. Some nursing tops are essential, as is a cotton tunic to wear comfortably with leggings. In cooler weather you might want to invest in some maternity knitwear too. Show off your new voluptuous curves with V-neck or scoop-neck tops.

After pregnancy you will want to invest in a changing bag. These don’t have to be padded with bright cartoon characters. Modern designers such as Koochu are creating stylish handbags which secretly double as changing bags. Check out their beautiful patent handbags which contain a washable cotton lining with useful hidden pockets; including a hidden base compartment for a changing mat, nappies and wipes. These designers have thought of everything, the bags even come with a thermo insulated bottle holding compartment!

Don’t be afraid of glamour.

So many designers are creating gorgeous more formal maternity dresses and skirts, meaning you don’t have to sacrifice glamour just because you’re pregnant. Feeling glamorous and stylish is a great way to feel beautiful again. Try treating yourself to a pampering session and buy a new dress and shrug for an evening out.

Some clever matrernity ranges double as breast feeding clothes, saving you money. Clothes which are suitable for both the pregnancy and nursing stages will let you really get your money’s worth. Browse nursing tops with hidden concealments, which are practical and available in beautiful designs. How about a nursing top in a vest shape with a long, flowing skirt and sandals in summer?

And don’t be afraid of colour, stand out during pregnancy and nursing with a bright top or scarf. After all, being pregnant doesn’t mean you should sacrifice your sense of style!