Maternity Workwear

For the first three or four months of pregnancy you can probably get away with wearing your usual clothes for work , but there will come a point where you will need to invest in some maternity work clothes. Many people find that bump bands are a real life-saver in the early months of pregnancy. These allow you to wear your normal non-maternity work skirts and trousers, leaving zips and buttons open to make room for your growing bump. The bump band sits comfortably around your bump and ensures everything is discreetly covered.

If you work in an office, a maternity suit, whether with trousers or skirt, is a really good buy which should see you though to your maternity leave. Make sure that maternity trousers and maternity skirts sit comfortably under the bump, or completely cover the bump in a soft, comfortable fabric. Remember you’ll be spending all day in these clothes so comfort is key. Make sure there are no tight waistbands, belts or buttons that are going to irritate you during the day.

A smart maternity dress is another good buy and there is a great selection to suit all budgets. Again, this should last throughout your pregnancy and can be worn with a smart jacket or cardigan in the colder months.

Smart maternity work shirts are cool, comfortable and stylish and accentuate the bump nicely. They can be worn under a jacket or cardigan or in the warmer months can be worn on their own with a smart maternity skirt or pair of maternity trousers.

A smart maternity pencil skirt is a must-have for the office. This is a really versatile piece and can be worn with a maternity t-shirt and longer-length jacket or a maternity shirt for a really smart look. Some have elasticated sides which means they will expand with your growing bump.

During the cooler months you may want to buy some maternity tights to wear under dresses and skirts. If you are suffering from swollen ankles then these can also help to keep them under wraps!

By choosing some key pieces for your maternity working wardrobe you can continue to look smart at work while keeping your growing bump nice and comfy.