The maternity clothes I’ve worn throughout my pregnancy

With oversized, billowing silhouettes one of the retailer’s strong suits, you know you’re in safe (read: comfortable!) hands with NAP. Bonus points galore in that you can re-wear these pieces well beyond pregnancy. When the bump gets married one day, perhaps?

READ MORE: The best baby clothes that are just as stylish as yours.

Nicole Trunfio created Bumpsuit during her third pregnancy. “I wanted to wear something chic, that felt like a second skin, that I didn’t have to think about when I woke up in the morning ready to wrangle two very demanding kids. I just didn’t have time anymore to try on and see what fits… I wanted something that could be my ‘go-to’ layer, so that all I needed to do was accessorise,” she said. Everything at Bumpsuit ticks those very boxes and is virtually seamless, so there’s nothing digging in or causing discomfort.

“A jumpsuit is always a staple in my wardrobe, whether I’m pregnant or not. This is such an easy piece of clothing to put one when you have no clue what you fancy wearing – I simply add layers when I’m cold.” – Neamh Randall, Commerce Photo Editor.

Bumpsuit Maternity The Support Postpartum Stretch-Woven Bodysuit

“This playsuit helped to hold up my bump during the later stages of pregnancy, but I definitely recommend sizing up!” – Neamh Randall, Commerce Photo Editor.

No edit of the best maternity clothes would be complete without one of the retailers that hold up every British high street, M&S. We can safely assume most women in the UK own at least one M&S non-maternity bra / bikini / pair of knickers or tights – so add maternity dresses and some bestseller maternity swimwear to that list. The maternity range is second-to-none: high in quality, comfortable (read: stretchy) considerately-crafted and timeless. Think: a capsule wardrobe to last you the nine months you’re pregnant and beyond.

New Look maternity-wear has got you covered when it comes to pregnancy clothes, with items that are just as fashionable as the pieces in your main collection – plus they’re super purse-friendly, too.

For summer pregnancies we’d suggest adding maternity swimwear, a maxi dress and a pack of maternity tops (which you can also wear as breastfeeding tops) to your basket, and for winter pregnancies we recommend stretchy leather look leggings, V-neck jumpers and floaty skirts to layer with tights and see you through ’til baby arrives.

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Not only does ASOS stock maternity clothes from brands like River Island, Nobody’s Child, Wednesday’s Girl and New Look, but they also stock their own-brand maternity range: ASOS DESIGN Maternity. Just like the mainline label, there is a mix of excellent staples and tempting trend-led items. From activewear to maternity swimsuits and swimwear, lingerie, nightwear, knitwear and maternity trousers there’s no shortage of styles for every taste and budget (whether you’re going bodycon or cottagecore…)

FYI, they also have incredible loungewear kits to pack in your hospital bag.

In a similar vein to Nike, the Adidas Maternity range is high-quality and designed to flex with your changing body through every stage of pregnancy. While Nike is our go-to for performance cuts, sweat-wicking fabrics and styles for the ever-active mama, Adidas nails sports-luxe loungewear that can also be worn for low-impact exercise. From supportive yoga pants to tracksuit bottoms and hoodies which use drawstrings to highlight your beautiful bump, the Adidas maternity collection champions your team of two.

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Dedicated soley to pre and post-pregnancy, JoJo Maman Bebe has everything you could possibly think of. Right down to the nursing bras. Everything remains pretty on-trend, too, with styles like the below striped jumper that’ll be your best friend throughout those chilly early morning wake-up calls.

When it comes to finding the basics throughout your pregnancy, Amazon is the place to look – especially if you need anything fast. A lot of it is available on next day delivery (if you’re a Prime member), and you’ll find everything from gym leggings to T-shirts and vests for layering.

Nike first launched their maternity range back in 2020, after speaking to 30 female athletes who were both pregnant and not pregnant – and scanning over 150,000 scans of expectant mother’s bodies. They dropped a four-piece collection designed for women throughout all stages of pregnancy, including sports bras, the best maternity leggings, hoodies and a tank top. Since then, they’ve expanded their maternity offering tenfold, and you’ll find a range of performance-led styles to work out (and lounge) in during from the first trimester until after your baby arrives. So. Good.

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Searching for the best maternity nightwear? Chelsea Peers has got you with everything from short pyjama sets to satin/silk pyjamas, nighties/shirt dresses and more. They also have you covered when it comes to dressing gowns and slippers too.

Though Mango’s maternity range is limited (they mainly focus on maternity jeans) every style is trendy and acts as a timeless extensions to your existing wardrobe. Fashion-focused mums-to-be will love the striped cargo jeans and Mango’s edit proves that you don’t have to abandon great style, just because you’re pregnant.

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The premise of this maternity brand is to create clothes you can wear beyond pregnancy and their quirky style suits cool mamas-to-be. We love the selection of printed jumpsuits that will become your go-to-pieces all pregnancy long – and beyond.

“Whether it be a baby shower, Christmas or just a casual Tuesday, Club L London has an outfit for every occasion, making you feel so glam. I know I will wear this olive dress to events long after the baby arrives, but it’ll have me feeling confident for the occasions I need to attend before too.” – Neamh Randall, Commerce Photo Editor.

Bump & Milk was founded by Alex, a mum to two boys who has experienced every high and low of new motherhood. She wanted to create a maternity brand which was the opposite of the frumpy smock and breastfeeding cliché – stocking chic, long maternity dresses to breastfeeding hoodies and everything in between. They’re all about confident style that feels like “you” and will work postpartum too.