My maternity style has been pretty simple with my two girls. I liked wearing plain tanks or long shirts because it allowed me to accessorize with pre-maternity phase items. I wore many of my regular pants, skirts and dresses as long as they comfortably fit, too. There comes a point for every pregnant woman though when she can’t make all the items in her closet work. It’s at that time when she must succumb to the comfort of stretchy waistbands and shirts with some extra give.
Because I was pregnant with Sylvie in the opposite season than that of Maven, I was looking for some new sources to update my wardrobe. I found PinkBlush when I searched online for quality, stylish, affordable maternity wear. I ordered a few items and was instantly hooked. I selected some casual tops, and some dressy ones, and fell in love with their dresses. Fast forward to delivering Sylvie and transitioning out of my maternity wardrobe, I realized that PinkBlush has stylish options for the post-partum mother too.
I’m not back to my “normal” wardrobe yet because I am a breastfeeding mother, and nursing brings about a new set of criteria for outfit selection. These days, I look for items with comfort, style and easy access. PinkBlush thankfully offers that. I’m excited to have collaborated with PinkBlush to bring you this featured post about style tips for a nursing mother!
These three tips have helped me re-organize my closet and provided ease of outfit selection even on my most demanding of days. At first glance these may seem basic, but you’d be surprised at how many items you go to grab in your closet that just.won’t.work. how you used to wear them.
TIP #1: Two piece outfits.
This may seem simple, but you’ll remember me when you go to grab that cute dress or romper in your closet and realize that it isn’t entirely feasible to wear. Think of this tip as always having a top and a bottom: a tank and jeans, a t-shirt and skirt or a summer sweater with shorts. While in these outfits, mommas can then easily lift their top layer without having to entirely undress to nurse (or pump!), a huge benefit while out-and-about or even just pumping on a break at work.
TIP #2: Dresses that fit loosely on top, preferably with long straps and stretchy fabric.
I wasn’t able to completely turn my wardrobe over into two-piece ensembles. And even if I could, I would likely get tired of wearing the same old, same old day after day. I do like to wear a lot of dresses. They are simple, easy, comfortable and make me feel put together even on days when I have zero time to get ready. Dresses, however, have their challenges; They aren’t all designed with the nursing mother in mind (high necklines, button or zipper up the back, etc.). I now seek out dresses that fit loosely on top, have long straps and stretchy fabric, so that pulling down for nursing access does not ruin the integrity of the dress. {You wouldn’t want to look like you had a stretched out neck on the top hemline!}
This featured dress from PinkBlush is a dream for the nursing mother. I love how beautiful it is. It can be dressed up or dressed down: I can wear it while around the house, to a baptism, Sunday’s church service, our family’s BBQ, a date night, you name it. And, it allows my sweet little one the ability to nurse without momma sacrificing any style.
TIP #3: Camisoles.
Wearing camisoles under all of my shirts has been a comfort and a lifesaver to me. As I am always on-the-go, I’m often nursing in not-super-private locations, therefore I want to be protected and not allow for any indecent exposure! By having a camisole under my tops, I’m able to lift for baby access and have my body remain covered. I never feel as though I may expose my body to others in public. Camisoles are most often made of a giving material, so stretching down has not ruined any of these, in my experience. PinkBlush has some great cami options. The investment for this wardrobe staple is small in exchange for the return of comfort and protection!
That’s it! That’s all! It’s simple. And PinkBlush makes it SO easy and affordable to select stylish post-partum options, or even to just transition your maternity wear into the next chapter of your life. You’ll feel beautiful all the while being practical. The best of both worlds!
It’s so important for me to select clothing that can handle keeping up with my toddler while carrying or baby-wearing my littlest and have the ability to nurse on the fly. {Literally, anywhere we may be!} While I’ve invested in a good nursing cover, I always feel more confident and comfortable when I’m wearing the right pieces in my wardrobe. I’ve found I don’t have to sacrifice style, just tweak my wardrobe a little, to fit my nursing-mom life. Thanks PinkBlush for making that easy to do! Also, an extra special thanks to RJ Imagery for her lovely talent, endless compliments and these amazing photographs!
What next? Hop on over to my Instagram account and enter in the $50 PinkBlush Giveaway! Winner to be announced via Instagram on Friday 06.24.16 at 12:00 PM CST.
Happy shopping, my friends!
XO
Loving all the outfits! I can imagine that it’s hard finding “stylish” clothing to wear while being pregnant or nursing but you gave some awesome tips! I also posted a new outfit on my blog! stop by and let me know what you think! http://www.sincerelyaimee.com
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I am in love with pink blush! They have helped me feel amazing through out my pregnancy and I’m actually enjoying it this time around!!
I love your advise. I have found many of these things to be true and I love my Pinkblush items!
Seriously love this post. I have never liked shopping for maternity clothes and rarely have…mostly borrowed from friends or just made things work. The clothes from this website are awesome and I love that you can wear them for a log time after!!! Thanks friend?
Seriously loved this post and the outfits featured on the website. I have never like maternity shopping and rarely have done it, mostly borrowed clothes or made things work. Love that I have another option now. Thanks friend! And the pictures of you and your beautiful girls are amazing?