I worked when pregnant and needed maternity pants. I couldn’t show up everyday in leggings. I didn’t get many tops but did get maternity length t shirt and tanks so my stomach wasn’t hanging out. Under the belly maternity pants saved me before I was even showing because I had HG. The low front kept pressure off my abdomen.

This theory works for people who may be pregnant with one, but I was pregnant with twins and within my first trimester was already measuring a 28 weeks when I was 28 weeks pregnant. A measured at 43 weeks. Trust me some people need to buy maternity clothes and wear them for more than just a couple of months

Hi, a 17 y/o here! My mum kept a pregnancy and newborn journal with pics of me from every other day and what she felt, my first steps, words and everything and it still is the cutest thing in the world ever!

This reminds me of my friend who was pregnant and I recommended the journaling and myself made the booklet/ album as a gift. I knew she might not finish it, but I was so happy when I saw her still using it after some months. I believe that she was able to do that entire writing because her husband was journaling with her, helping her write and document everything, and they'd shared some parts with me whenever I visited them. They also had shared some rough times when the guy's parents wanted a grandson but the baby was female in the ultrasounds. The baby sadly died a few hours after birth because his lungs were malformed (yes, we found out their baby was actually male at birth). My friend and her husband were very devastated for a few years, but they thanked me so much to have given them the journal because they still got to have meaningful time with the baby. We've had some deep talks over it, and I am very happy that they knew not to keep it like a sad memoir. Just last year, they asked me to make them a journal/album again, and I was so happy that they're on that path. Then I got confused when they asked me to redesign the cover fore an additional name insert and some of the pages to have double panels/ picture slots, it turns out they are going to have twins! They plan to name their kids with anagrams of our names combined, she's due in just a couple of months and we are very excited! I shared this story because I believe that journaling with the father gave them so much more value to the pregnancy journey and helped instill the fatherhood to her husband. If many more parents will do this, I think it will make the guy much more involved with the pregnancy and understand his position as a father. I think it also taught them so much about parenthood and being prepared, and they told me they are now more comfortable to be parents to their future children.

Maternity jeans are so comfy, I wore them long after pregnancy. Maternity clothes are essential for staying professional while pregnant.

My maternity jeans are the most comfortable jeans I own...

Girl targets maternity is what’s keeping me right now! Also obgyn me recommend not drinking a lot of tea. My journal has EVERYTHING in it. The positive test strips the ultrasound photos! All of it!

I show very early on (in the 3rd trimester of my 3rd pregnancy now) and I have to say, maternity clothes is a lifesaver for me. Especially so I can be in “normal looking clothes” at work as a teacher. Nothing crazy. Just the maternity denim shorts, jeans, leggings and now biker shorts are the bottoms I use and by month 4/5 I need to wear those stretchy maternity shirts. They are all very comfortable for me, if not, I wouldn’t have any bottoms to wear to work and during daily outings my entire pregnancies.

100% disagree on the maternity clothes. I didn't have any with my son and hated it. With my daughter I absolutely went out and bought some office maternity clothes and I wore the maternity jeans even post part um. It was awesome. I actually still have the belly band and wear it as a tube top now. It works great when need cleavage coverage but don't want to put a full cami on. My daughter is 15😂

Just because you didn’t wear maternity clothes doesn’t mean they’re pointless. Lol

my mom kept a detailed journal during her pregnancy with me and it’s one of my favorite possessions. it was full of notes addressed to me, things about how she was feeling, stuff about my extended family before i ever knew them. i’m going to do that for my kids too

The book is the most useful thing, it's not just memories, is the collection of information about you and your baby.

By three months I couldn't wear any of my pants anymore, and doing the hair rubber button trick wasn't comfortable. I absolutely invested in some maternity clothes. If you get a maternity gown, get one that opens for skin to skin and breastfeeding. Bonus, tuck it away in the back of your closet after you're done having babies and get it out when it's time to start getting mammograms. It's so much more comfortable than those harsh, scratchy hospital gowns they put you in. I think pregnant women should get what works for them. "These didn't work for me" or "I regret these purchases" and including why is great. "These are terrible/wasteful purchases for all pregnant women" isn't helpful.

Those journals weren’t really around when my mama had us, so she created her own. In a cute little old blue binder, with SpongeBob stickers plastered on it like there’s no tomorrow, is over 200 pages of handwritten stories about all 3 of her babies growing up. Page after page of wholesome stories, struggles, goofy poetry she wrote for us, or silly quotes that we said while growing up. I’m so thankful she created it for us!!

my mom journaled when she was pregnant with me, then my sister. she continued to write about us even after we were born. it’s so nice to read those.

100% agree. When i went maternity clothes shopping they didnt even fit although my regular clothes still did. I also wore dresses all the time during my last trimester for my first baby and my current pregnancy.

My mum still has ALL her maternity pants from about 14 years ago because she says they are incredibly comfortable and wears lots of them as normal clothes

My grandma had a book that she started when she had my mom back in ‘79 and she wrote about all the things in it that went along with the different prompts like “favorite toy” or “first crush”, stuff like that. She continued writing in it even after my mom grew up and had me. Before she died a few years ago she gave it to her and it must have been a major shocker. I’ve gone through the whole thing and it’s really funny hearing about all the trouble she got into as a kid and teen, it’s like a look into the past. That’s major commitment.

My sister didnt wear maternity clothing her first pregnancy because she didnt get that big. However, after two miscarriages her second, third, and fourth full term pregnancies she needed the maternity wear. She was so big in her pregnancies that she looked full term at 20 weeks. It didnt help that she had polyhydraminos with her last two pregnancies and both her boys were born a month early because of it. Her last 3 pregnancies were also emergency C-sections and she wore maternity pants for MONTHS after the babies were born due to regular pants hurting her scars.

i got recommend this video because of my maternity nursing class. personally, my mom had a journal of me throughout the months and years, and it was the cutest thing ever. i remember getting the journal on i believe my 18th birthday and we sat together for hours looking over the little footprints, baby pictures, and seeing how i progressed throughout the years. if you are able to keep up with the baby journal i highly recommend it because when your baby gets older they will love you for it

They sell it because people buy it and it helps them through their pregnancies. Deal with your pregnancy in the way that makes you happy and comfortable.

As someone whose mum kept a journal i love reading through that!!! Makes your kid feel very wanted and its so cool to read growing up, besides its just useful to put in all the measurements etc. Of the child

My mom bought diaries for me and my two brothers when everyone was born. She didn't keep up with them, but my grandpa did. He died some time ago, but mine was the most complete one and it makes me miss him 🧍🏼

Absolutely yes I am a minimalist too and we need only selected maternity clothes and also we need to record everything

I use maternity clothes still even if I'm not pregnant. Mostly because my belly is still big due to me being in a wheelchair so I need something that can accommodate the bump, and not be uncomfortable.

My parents made those journals for me and my older brother when we were little, and i think they're really heatwarming if you have the time for it. The first time I looked at the pictures in them and what my parents wrote for each of us, I genuinely cried at how sweet it all was.

I got a couple of maternity shorts to make it through the summer and they are SO comfy! I got them second hand so they were unaffordable and not a waste for the short time I'll need them. It was so good to feel like I could wear regular clothes again!

My mom kept up relatively well with my baby journal and I'm glad she did. It's really nice to look at sometimes.

Ginger ale definitely works- idk on pregnant women, but if you get nauseous for other reasons, give it a try. Might be placebo, still works though

I've seen some people talking about getting ginger ale with actual ginger. Your best option is ginger beer. The difference is that ginger ale uses syrup for flavoring (the syrup can be made with ginger, but it won't be a lot), where ginger beer is brewed with ginger.

I loved my maternity jeans! They were so comfortable, and after a C section they felt supportive until swelling and tenderness went away. A lot of maternity shirts that I bought for work were kind of ugly, but I had no choice, as my belly was huge and I needed to wear something besides my husbands t shirts.

Oh, some people actually do spend time pasting photos and writing stuff about the baby. My mother has an album with photos of me during the first year of my life, from "just born" to almost a year (plus a couple of ultrasound images too) with captions for each page. I think she just loves doing such things, so no way she could have forgotten. The album is actually very adorable.

People want to wear "regular" clothes, even if they'll only be worn for a few months. Wearing leggings and a t shirt can really damage some people's self esteem and so having a sense of normalcy by wearing maternity jeans and maternity blouses is great! Many people also have more than one kid so those maternity clothes will come in handy again! And people need more than 5 outfits for a few months, especially in this economy with many pregnant women having to work until they're VERY pregnant. And oh boy, the whole ginger thing. Nausea is already hard enough on pregnant women, do you think many women will want to drink a hot ginger tea over a ginger ale, something their parents probably gave to them as kids when they had tummy aches, to help with nausea? And the whole corn syrup thing is a bunch of fear mongering. A fizzy drink can help the stomach settle much more, its not just the ginger in it. Even the placebo effect of it can make it work. I don't normally comment on stuff like this but something about your energy rubs me the wrong way. You have a very holistic, natural vibe to you and it feels like you're a bit judgy of people who want to still dress in pretty robes during labor or cute maternity outfits. If its just your opinion, why title the video "what not to buy when pregnant"?

maternity pants are literally the most comfortable pants. I wore them well after my pregnancy

I will say most maternity clothes are over priced HOWEVER I purchased jeans at my local Ross for $8-$12 dollars and shirts from $6-$10. I absolutely NEEDED maternity clothes. I could not wear regular jeans (they hurt and were uncomfortable) and normal shirts would not fit over my belly. When I was home I would wear my partners t shirts etc but I def needed my maternity clothes for work etc. ALSO, I purchased a pregnancy journal and i absolutely love it!!!! It is a great way to keep memories close and to one day share with your future son/daughter. I am currently 29 weeks pregnant and can attest that these two things worked well for me personally

I’ve been drawing my pregnancy story this far… it’s always been a part of my life so I want to make a book or something sentimental for when they arrive ❤

If you’re plus sized, maternity clothes are a must when you already have a difficult time finding clothes in your normal size.

Oh no, I absolutely needed maternity clothes with both pregnancies. I got so huge both times "comfortable" pants did not work. A robe and a couple nursing nightgowns or tops work well postpartum. I also recommend a few pairs of support socks - they're comfy and can help with postpartum swelling!

I have baby/childhood journals for both my boys that I've kept up with, and just bought one for my 3rd. And maternity jeans are a life saver. 🙌🏻

YUP! Been pregnant 5 times and I absolutely agree with all of this 🎯❤️🙏🏿!

I did buy maternity overalls, most comfortable things ever. Went back for more colors.

I do think journaling your baby is quite nice since overtime you forget the memories that you had before and it would be a nice throwback to that time when you see the notes in the journal Sometimes journaling can have more heartfelt words than let's say a video tape since most people tend to rant/get lost in writing their feelings in a book

Mom of 4 and used/needed all of these things minus the ginger ale. I’m with you there. And it’s a no go on the robe for me. Nice delivery gown all the way that you can use after. Just goes to show how every mama is different.

I just got that exact robe for the purpose of taking it to the hospital cause it's so soft and easy to do what needs done when baby is born and I will be living in it during the first few weeks of postpartum.

My suggestion instead of ginger ale get ginger beer. It's in the mixed drinks but not alcoholic. Reeds is so far the best and you can see the ginger floating in it. They also have ginger people candy soft and hard. Never been pregnant but suffer from nausea

Walmart has a surprisingly good maternity section. I bought several dresses there that I ended up being able to wear while pregnant, postpartum and they're still wearable cause they just look like comfortable sun dresses, not necessarily maternity.

Second pregnancy and first time buying maternity clothes, love them! I got them all second hand and they are so comfy and worth getting!

I bought a handful of maternity clothes basics so I could still look professional at work, then thrifted or borrowed some larger clothes to layer it with and follow the temp of the seasons. Plus I loved the security and compression of my maternity pants

Honestly, those maternity pants are just great for someone after abdominal surgery. I've never been pregnant, but after mayor surgeries, I loved the maternity pillow and maternity pants.

Maternity jeans were my favorite. I wore them until my kid was 2 (possibly older) Great for big holiday meals! Just wear hospital gown…

I agree with everything but the baby book. I still fill out my daughters to this day. She's my first so I just want to cherish every one of her milestones

I definitely have to agree with Targets stock on maternity clothes! I could literally only find ONE single pair of pants in my size in ANY style at all! I had to buy black cargo jeans, and they are actually very uncomfortable. And I haven’t attempted maternity shopping since! Oversized tops and flowy dresses that I’ll wear again after the baby is born just makes more sense for me!

Clothes: Maternity leggings (i still use them 2 years post partum they are great 😂😂😂) are a must have, or if it's the summer theb maternity cycle shorts. Pair either with an oversized t shirt or jumper 👍🏼 Dont bother buying a nursing gown, you could end up in a c section wearing the clothes you came in! I agree to opt for button downs especially if planning to breastfeed

Maternity jeans were a life saver for me because of work, literally the only pair I wore, super comfy

I have to say, the memory book isn't necessary...but it's very nice to have if you're into that kind of thing. My mom did one for my siblings and I, and it's always fun to look back on. (I'm currently 18)

Actually I found the maternity pants to be really awesome for the postpartum period. I used them far more then since my third trimester was in the summer, so I wore dresses, but then I gave birth and still had a huge belly for several months and used the maternity pants all fall. The sort loose dresses I bought were not specifically for pregnancy and I still use them since they're super flowy and have pretty prints

Every time this woman’s content pops up on my for you page the comments are always just filled with people disagreeing 😂

Sizing up instead of maternity clothes wasn't an option for me, especially with pants. I have a very short torso, so baby had nowhere to go but straight out. Also, I got so much use of my delivery gowns. I didn't wear them while delivering, but afterward. Mine had snaps on the shoulder, which made easy access for nursing and pumping. Plus, you couldn't tell I was wearing an adult diaper under the gown.

4th kid is due in 5 weeks. I completely agree. I also have a variety of maxi dresses and skirts that I wear when sweat pants aren’t appropriate.

Maternity clothes were a must for me! They fit better and feel better. I do think trying things on is good so you know what doesn’t look good for feel right but I think everyone deserves a good pair of maternity jeans! 🥰

I didn't show for most of my pregnancy's and my normal pants still fit but i was nauseous and sick from anything on my stomach. So I had to have the over the belly maternity pants. The higher the panel the better! I wore them a year after delivery because real pants were ao uncomfortable still. Plus maternity clothes can be worn for multiple pregnancy's and passed around similar sized friends and sisters. It may be an investment but its possible to get decent prices if you shop the sales and clearance.

I hate how this is like “don’t buy this”The pants are worth it, I’m not going to be wearing a dress and leggings only. They’re comfy and not too pricey. As for the ginger ale, it’s convenient and most people can’t handle the strong tea or want to hassle with real ginger. As for the delivery gown, idk I didn’t get one, but others might for pictures. It’s 2024 let’s stop telling people what to do. Also in the spirit of giving unsolicited advice, when you’re pregnant, everyone will give you unsolicited advice.

I still wear my maternity shorts in the summer. Most comfortable shorts I’ve ever owned & they were made so well, my son is 4 now and they’re still in amazing shape….

I LOVED my maternity pants when I was pregnant and postpartum. They were one of my MOST comfortable pants

Also ginger beer/brew is a better option than ale. Often has real ginger (Trader Joe’s has a great one) for when you actually really want the carbonation.

I loved having a few great maternity items, so I could dress nicely or comfortable. Made me feel more human than sweats all the time. I didn’t worry about open faced shirts/robes, and was very comfortable using the hospital gown the whole stay

For sure on that ginger ale, it’s relief at first then I feel way worse. Skin and thinly slice ginger root, boil and pour the hot ginger water into a mug, add some fresh lemon juice and a couple mint leaves. Helped me so much.

Bought my own hospital delivery gown. Buttons down the back and some snaps in the front front for skin to skin. BEST 30 bucks i spent. So comfy during and after labor and delivery.

MATERNITY CLOTHES IS ONE OF THE BEST PARTS OF BEING PREGNANT!!! i loved shopping for clothes and picking out cute maternity clothes and still wear some of it 2+ years after giving birth lol it’s just the most comfy clothes every

I had a robe in the hospital. I was exhausted, and my now ex was no support. Worse yet, my ex father in law constantly shamed me for breast feeding while they visited or for falling asleep, or for my “state of undress” for wearing a robe and little else because nothing was comfortable. My mom literally helped me leave.

4th time surprise pregnancy after getting rid of everything after our 3 babies and from 5 weeks pregnant, I'm all about living in maternity pants so i bought a few pairs. And i wore them for months postpartum every time. Other maternity clothing is great if it's also nursing friendly. I won't buy tops i won't also be able to nurse in, but I'm thankful for getting good nursing and maternity tops.

I'm pregnant with our 4th baby, maternity clothes have ABSOLUTELY been worth it for me. Ive worn them more months than my regular clothes the past 4 years. You don't have to spend a fortune on them, I bought the vast majority of mine used and got hand-me-downs. Ill be passing mine along when my husband and I are done having kids.

Maternity clothes were a big help to me I worked and just opened my own clinic so wanted to look sharp and professional They really helped and wore them even after giving birth ( just tailored them a little) as they were so comfortable and soft

My mom has those exact pants you said not to buy, she wore them alllll throughout her pregnancy and still wears them from time to time !

I loved my maternity clothes! During my first pregnancy, I didn't buy many pieces because I knew I wouldn't wear them for long after delivering. In my second pregnancy, I wore the maternity clothes I already had and bought a few mid-length dresses that weren't specifically for pregnancy. I kept wearing them for a few years after delivering; I just had them trimmed because they were too long without the baby bump.

So interesting! I’m pregnant with my 5th baby, and ONLY want to wear pregnancy clothing. I’m so uncomfortable when I try to wear clothes I already have and then have been iterated after I deliver, that I stretched clothing out that I loved! Generally, dresses have been my favorite items to wear during pregnancy because they are so flowy and don’t cling around my belly. They make me feel a little more put together, too, when I’m sort of feeling not the prettiest haha. I guess that’s just preference 🥰 100% agree on the ginger sodas. Ginger tea is the best! Really can help.

Im 15, and i am so so glad my mom made me a baby book! I have so many childhood memories in that book that im so god i have!

I have a pregnancy journal, I used my delivery gown (after I delivered lol) and I loved my maternity clothes!

I started wearing my maternity jeans very early during pregnancy and they were so comfortable I bought 3 extra pair, I am now 8 months pregnant and now the elastic part is crucial, but I recommend wearing them from the beggining, it really helped me, especially with driving to work and with nausea.

My mum had those pregnancy- growing up book for me, where she was making notes like "first smile for grandma", "first haircut", "first word". And yes, we didn't open that book very often, but the fact that this book exists and she made that for me - it warms my heart and it's one of evidence proving that i was wanted and planned child.

I am barely six weeks pregnant and I’ve already pulled out my maternity jeans from my last pregnancy. Maternity jeans are a must for me.

Yoga pants all day! I did purchase some maternity shirts (plain ones from target) for about $7 that held me over in my third trimester. No delivery gown. I didn’t wear mine either! That exact robe from target is what I used :) Congrats to all the new mamas out there ❤

My mom created a baby box for me with one of those baby journals and I’m so grateful so have it now. I definitely DO recommend getting that

i think that ginger beer is a better option to ginger ale(non alcoholic) because when i’m on my period (obv different but yk) it definitely helps with cramps and does genuinely have ginger in it, i prefer the bundaberg brand

My belly got absolutely massive with all 3 pregnancies, those pants were a life saver, they provided support without hurting me. All the leggings dug into me and hurt or put so much pressure that i felt like i was gonna throw up. Dresses were a go to for me especially during the summer but always wore a pair of shorts that covered my thighs to prevent irritation. If you have a c section definitely pack dresses and underwear that outs absolutely zero pressure on you. I couldnt handle anything touching the surgery site. The robe is a must have!

Maternity pants are a must! I’m 18 days postpartum and still wearing mine. The full panel ones give nice support too

I wore maternity clothes and was so thankful for them because of how drastically my body changed. I wore maternity jeans way into postpartum. Ive never been a leggings in public gal so i loved my jeans

Target Maternity jeans are actually very comfortable. I had them in both blue denim and black and love them!

The maternity jeans were a lifesaver since my job’s uniform required jeans. Kinda wish I still had them, so cozy.

The journal thing is so true. Im the first born and my mum barely filled anything out in my baby book. She filled out more (but not everything) in my little sister's baby book. And then they both got stashed in a cupboard somewhere until we were in our early 20s. And haven't seen them since 😅

I’m speaking for my mom because I’m not a mom yet neither have I ever been pregnant but she claims that the maternity pants helped her stay comfortable while still looking decent at work .

Dresses are a great go to when pregnant. They can be worn in cold or hot weather with a bit of adjustments (mom of 5 here)

Omg I loved my maternity clothes! Everyone I know loved theirs too! They’re a godsend and so comfy!

I LOVED maternity jeans. I wore them forever afterwards too. Plus i had to work till i went into labor and had to dress professionally so maternity clothes were necessary for me. Its nice to keep them around if you plan on having another baby soon afterwards.

i genuinely loved my moms maternity journal i love rereading it and seeing my what my nursery was like and how she felt

I wore my maternity clothes through 3 pregnancies and postpartum as my stomach was healing from csection. Worth it 🙌🏻

I've already had 2 kiddos and kept almost all my maternity dresses. Even though it's been years, I still buy maternity dresses because they are so comfy and longer! I prefer longer dresses and love that they give extra room in the hips as I'm tiny on top and curvy on the bottom 😊

I had really cute maternity dresses when I was pregnant. I couldn't wear my regular clothes anymore at 4 months at my first, and became pregnant with my second when my oldest was 5 months old. Had to stop wearing my normal clothes at 3 months with this one... I used those dresses a lot and kept wearing then after my pregnancies because they were cute and comfy 🥰 My favorite one was the one my partner bought me when he knew I was pregnant, it was a kind of muted magenta and really fit me well, even looooong after my pregnancies 🥰

If you get maternity jeans i highly reccomend getting them second hand, usually the maternity section will be stocked up decently especially with maternity jeans

Those jeans got me through many many months including postpartum months with diastisis recti. They Were comfortable!