Maternity Staples You’ll Wear on Repeat Your Entire Pregnancy

Looking for the trendy maternity clothes? Enjoy comfort without sacrificing style with these finds! 

Discover the best maternity clothes that grow with you from bump to baby. These comfy, stylish essentials are pieces you’ll wear on repeat and get the most bang for your buck!

Ever consider renting your clothes? Read my experience with Nuuly maternity.

Here are the top best maternity clothes & staples to buy:

1. Maternity leggings

Ultra soft and stretchy enough to grow with your bump.

2. Maternity Unitard

This is an outfit you’ll reach for constantly! Although I originally rented this unitard from Nuuly, it’s worth buying and also comes in black. It’s incredibly comfortable, and when nothing else feels like it fits, this piece will save you and takes minimal effort to wear.

Pair it with a long button-down, cardigan, jacket, or simply wear it on its own for warm weather or a workout – the options are endless!

Shopping for cold weather? Grab the long unitard at Target for just $40!

3. Maternity Jeans

Skinny, straight, ankle, joggers, & more, you have endless options with the stylish options from H&M.

Renting from Nuuly? These are my favorite maternity jeans! Note that I sized up about 3 sizes in my third trimester for a looser, more comfortable fit.

Prefer to keep your old jeans? Consider a belly band/ shirt extender!

These belly bands help extend the life of both your tops and your jeans without too much bulk. Plus, they add extra support for your bump.

4. Maternity Underwear

These undies stay perfectly in place without rolling down, feel super soft and breathable. Plus, we love that the lining inside is 100% cotton.

Looking for postpartum underwear? Consider a pack of high-waisted underwear for extra support, or this pack of underwear is HSA eligible!

5. Maternity Overalls

Much like a dress, the throw-on-and-go design of overalls can be a pregnancy lifesaver. And, when worn with a crop top or sports bra, they’re the ultimate for keeping mamas cool. This romper has over 3,000 5-star reviews!

6. Maternity Shapewear

For me, these are a pregnancy must-have! They’re smooth and slim under dresses, prevent chafing, offer gentle belly support, and stay comfy on your thighs without digging in.

You can also rent this shapewear from Nuuly. I ended up keeping mine and paid under $9! 🤩

7. Maternity Activewear or Workout Clothes

Available in tons of colors with a trendy ribbed pattern, you’ll want to wear this set postpartum, too!

Just looking for biker shorts? These Ingrid & Isabel shorts have 5 stars on Target!

8. Maternity t-shirts

These tees are super soft, perfectly stretchy, bump-friendly without riding up, and polished enough to wear on repeat before, during, and after pregnancy. They’ll pair perfectly with layers for chilly days, too.

9. Best shoes for pregnancy

If you feel like your feet unexpectedly grew two sizes, we have the best shoe option! This minimalist sneaker will go with anything in your wardrobe and has a non-elevated drop heel for proper posture and a wide toe box for all that growing foot space. Plus, these shoes have a slip-proof sole and a barefoot feeling for a natural stride all day long.

10. Maternity Dress

A maternity dress is one of the top recommended items by seasoned moms because they’re just so easy to wear and non-restrictive on those days when you can barely stand clothes at all.

A longtime Hip-team fave! Although this dress isn’t marketed as maternity, it has plenty of stretch to accommodate a growing belly. It’s also lightweight and breathable with over 4,000 5-star reviews!

Still shopping around? Here are some more helpful tips:

Where can I buy cheap maternity clothes?

For the cheapest maternity clothes, your local retailers are going to have the lowest-priced options. Use these links to browse affordable maternity clothing in your area:

• Target maternity clothes
• Walmart maternity clothes
• Old Navy maternity clothes
• Amazon maternity clothes
• Quince maternity clothes

How to buy used maternity clothing?

Before rushing out and buying brand-new maternity clothing, for an even cheaper option, first head to your local thrift store or consignment shop. You can often find nice pieces at a big discount. And since you’ll likely be wearing this clothing for just a few months, there’s no need to spend a fortune.

You can also check sites like thredUP for great deals on maternity clothing, as they offer gently used name-brand clothing, shoes, and handbags for up to 90% off with TONS of like-new arrivals.

Know a friend who recently had a baby? It never hurts to ask if they want to sell their maternity clothing if that season is over for them. You never know, they may offer them for free too!

Congrats, mamas! ❤️ Now treat yourself to something FREE for you & baby!