Sartorial Expectations When You Are Expecting

Most mommies gain about 30 pounds during their
pregnancy and are often, sartorially, at a loss. In
the first couple of months, between weeks 8 and 16,
clothes with elastic waists will suffice.

You will notice weight gain primarily around the hips,
the waist, the thighs, and upper arms. While your bone
structure will remain pretty much the same, the fat
content of your body will increase dramatically. So
your pregnancy dresses must also be able to cope with
such weight gains.

In the first trimester, pants and skirts with flexible
or elastic waists, or clothes without any form-fitting
shape are ideal. Opt for loose and baggy tops which
conceal your slightly protruding tummy. Always select
fabrics that stretch because these are the clothes
that will see you through most of your pregnancy.

In the latter, half of the pregnancy you will be
spoiled for choice. Almost all maternity clothes are
made for this part of the pregnancy and you might
almost feel human as you try on these clothes.

Whether you opt for designer, tailor-made, or
off-the-shelf clothes, you will soon be spending a
pretty penny on your wardrobe. Try to make sensible
purchases, for example, pregnancy dresses with a
tie-up on the back or the side, wrap around skirts
with adjustable waists, and so on.

Such clothes will see you happily attired even after
the baby is born. You can always mix and match and
select combinations judiciously pre and post partum.