How to dress during and after pregnancy?
We’ve listened to you: here’s our practical guide to choosing clothes that will make you feel (truly) comfortable during and after your pregnancy.
OUR TIPS
For finding clothes that make your baby bump feel comfortable.
These are essential questions.
What clothes are suitable for pregnancy, and how do you choose the best ones for the postpartum period?
We’ve listened to you: here’s our practical guide to choosing clothes that will make you feel (truly) comfortable during and after your pregnancy.
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#1 PRIORITIZE SUPPORT
When it comes to swimwear and lingerie, especially during this time when your bust may increase in size, prioritize support: it’s the key to comfort. For swimwear and lingerie, consider our demi-cup styles, which fit cup sizes A through E, as well as our underwire triangle tops: the most important thing is to provide support.
The best duos:
The half-cup shape and classic briefs: perfect to sit under the bump during the pregnancy.
The half-cup shape and high-waisted brief: perfect to support your body during post-partum.
#2 CONSIDER “TALL” SIZES
When it comes to bodysuits and one-piece swimsuits: did you know that we offer “Tall” styles, which are 3 cm longer in the bust? This extra fabric provides a little more room for your baby bump during the first and second trimesters. Depending on your body type, you may need even more room: in that case, don’t hesitate to choose a size larger than your usual size.
Also, consider opting for one-piece swimsuits with a seam under the bust, which provide better support and leave more room for your baby bump.
#3 CHOOSE JERSEY
To feel comfortable and ensure you can wear your new piece throughout different stages of your pregnancy, our best advice is to opt for jersey pieces (cotton and spandex). We’re thinking in particular of some of our elastic-waist trousers, whether they’re flared or wide-leg.
OUR TROUSERS
Don’t forget our jersey dresses, which are particularly well-suited for your baby bump thanks to the fabric’s stretch. For the first trimester, choosing your usual size is sufficient thanks to the fabric’s stretch, and for the second trimester, depending on the size of your baby bump, choosing your usual size may be enough; otherwise, we recommend choosing a size larger for added comfort.
OUR DRESSES
#4 GO FOR A LOOSE FIT
To be able to wear your favorite pieces throughout your pregnancy and into the postpartum period, we recommend pairing our pants with our “Éternel été” denim shirt or our “À travers les saisons” denim jacket: the loose fit accommodates the growing baby bump.
Our Bel ami T-shirt, with its loose fit, is also perfect for a baby bump: we recommend choosing your size based on the desired style (looser or tighter). Your usual size will fit perfectly for the first few months, and for the end of your pregnancy, we recommend going up a size for added comfort.
