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MATERNITY FASHIONS & FAVORITES For You & Your Baby

You may have just delivered or you may be expecting—maybe your friend is and she’s worried about her new self. But, fashion has come a long way baby and it’s hip nowadays. We’ve selected just a few of some great clothes and products out there to make you or your friend’s life easier—and cuter! There’s even some stuff for the new baby.

MATERNITY FASHIONS

Ivory Silk Cotton Voile Dress

This casual dress can fit any occasion: work, a wedding, a day at the park. It’s 100 percent cotton with lace detail and has removable straps. It’s perfect for the summer and you’ll be the belle of any ball when wearing it. It’s not your mother’s maternity dress! Buy it online or find a store near you at www.mimimaternity.com.  $69.99.

French Terry Pant & Jacket with Hood

This comfortable French terry set in gray with pink overlock stitching is perfect for lounging around, running to the supermarket or even exercising. Yes, exercising. Just because you’re pregnant doesn’t mean you shouldn’t stay fit—it’s good for you and your baby. Buy it online or find a store near you at www.motherhood.com.  Top: $16.99. Bottom: $19.99.

POST-MATERNITY FASHIONS

Short Sleeve Top Mommy All-in-One T-shirt & Nursing Bra

This top is stylish and practical—not to mention so soft and comfortable you’ll want to wear it everyday. When you’re nursing, to access the breast, all you need to do is unclip one side, and the top front flap folds down to reveal a nursing bra of the same top quality fabric. The self-contained nursing bra has elastic around the chest for full support, and two openings for breast access. Buy it online or find a store near you at www.topmommy.com.  $45.80.

Tummy Tuck Jeans & littleshowoffs Top

Pair Tummy Tuck Jeans with this stylish top from littleshowoffs for the hip look—you may be a new mom now, but that’s no reason not to still look great. The jeans not only flatten the tummy and contour the hips, but they also slim the body and allow you to wear a whole size smaller—without needing to step foot in the gym. And the tee is just plain cute and comes in a variety of colors. But lavender is all the rage this season. Top: $28. Jeans: most jeans from Tummy Tuck sell for less than $90.

FAVORITES

Playtex Petite Double Electric Breast Pump

It’s hip to breastfeed nowadays but you can’t always be there when baby needs milk for a variety of reasons: work, unscheduled happenings, your newborn isn’t up to it yet. But, the real thing is the best thing. That’s where the Playtex Petite Double Electric Breast Pump comes in—this portable machine uses dual action massage and suction to pump your milk out into storable containers. It simulates your baby’s natural suckling pattern, doesn’t cause discomfort and has three suction settings so you can feel just right. It also increases levels of prolactin which stimulates milk production. To learn more or to purchase the product, visit www.playtexstore.com.  $99.99.

Bebe au Lait Hooter Hider

This nursing cover will give you the discreetness to nurse in front of others while still feeling comfortable—and in vogue. From British designer Claire Eukeland, the nursing cover comes in a variety of styles and is made of a simple blend of beautiful fabrics imported from Europe. Buy it online or find a store near you at www.bebeaulait.com.  $35.

Sheer Solana Swaddle Wrap

Summer will be heating up soon so you can swaddle your baby in this lightweight blanket that is absolutely translucent and comes in blue or pink. The wrap is lightweight and breathable and can double as a bug screen or sun blocker in the car or in a stroller. Not to mention it’ll calm and soothe your baby on those hot summer nights—and it’s  effective against preventing SIDS, since it prevents overheating, which some pediatricians believe is linked to SIDS. To buy the product or to learn more, visit www.solanababywear.com.  $29.95.

CLOTHES FOR BABIES

littleshowoffs Onesie

This is just the cutest and comfortable—it’s 100 percent cotton—onesie. Available in white, pink, or blue, the onesie is emblazoned with cute slogans on the front: eat, sleep, poop, cry; breastfeeding; it’s all about me. Whichever slogan you pick, your baby will be as hip as you. Buy it online at www.littleshowoffs.com.  $18.

Harley Signature 3-Piece Creeper Set with Doo-Rag

An outfit for parents with an edge and want to pass it on to baby, the three piece set includes a long-sleeved creeper, pants with an elastic waist, and a doo-rag. The pants come embroidered with a Harley Davidson logo on each leg and has a two snap opening in back and full-snap bottom for easy changing. It’s perfect for the baby with parents who go full throttle or just want an outfit for their newborn that not every other baby on the block is wearing. Buy it online at www.TinyTreasuresBaby.com.  $29.95.