Maternity Clothes Advice

When looking to buy maternity clothes, it is important to think about the following factors:

How does the maternity clothing fit?
How much am I willing to spend on maternity clothes?

What type of style am I looking for in maternity wear?
Am I ready to start wearing maternity clothes?
What types of maternity clothes are available?
Do I need special sized maternity clothes, such as Plus sized, or petite?

How does maternity clothing fit?

Maternity clothes are generally made to a woman's prepregnancy size, taking into consideration the average weight gain that comes with pregnancy.  Some maternity companies also add room in the bust area - to allow for swollen breasts.  Some maternity clothing is form-fitting to show off your pregnancy curves, and some is roomier and allows you to hide a little.  You can find maternity clothes that will cater to your fitting preferences.

How much am I willing to spend on maternity clothes?

Maternity clothing ranges in price from very cheap to VERY expensive.  Quality usually comes with the price - so it is important to decide what level of quality you are looking for.  If this is not your last pregnancy, then purchasing quality maternity wear now can be a very smart choice.  You can be sure that the clothing will last you through all subsequent pregnancies.

What type of style am I looking for in maternity wear?

Maternity clothing companies have recognized the need for trendy maternity clothes these past few years especially.  Celebrities have been seen in hip maternity and the public wants the same styles!  You can still find "your mother's maternity" - but most companies cater to the growing desire for trendy maternity fashions.  You can expect to see many items you would love to wear when you aren't pregnant!  It seems to be a growing trend - maternity wear, that is.

Am I ready to start wearing maternity clothes?

Are you pregnant?  Then - yes!  Fortunately, maternity clothes seem to fit your body from the very beginning to the very end (and sometimes after) of your pregnancy.  Most maternity pants have elastic bands that will grow with you and still fit you while you go through that "transitional" period.  Most women find it very exciting to shop for maternity clothes right after they find out they are pregnant.  You can do that nowadays, since most maternity doesn't even look like it's supposed to only be worn while you are pregnant. 

What types of maternity clothes are available?
Maternity clothing comes in everything from sleepwear and lingerie to trendy tops, special occasion and outerwear.  Chances are you will find what you are looking for.  Maternity designers are aware that women want to have access to all types of clothing in maternity styles. 

Do I need special sized maternity clothes, such as plus sized, or petite?

Many maternity companies now offer their collection in plus sizes and petite.  Mercedes Hill Maternity offers custom inseam lengths on all of their pants.  That way, petite women and tall women can have perfect length maternity pants too!