Being pregnant during the holidays isn’t easy. Not only are you contending with all the regular things like morning sickness, exhaustion and dressing an ever-growing bump but now you’ve got plans! Magic to make! An endless list of holiday to-do’s to conquer! Whew. We need a nap just thinking about it.
We can help with one thing: Expert tips to dress your bump for the holidays, so that in all your baby bump glory, you’re making spirits bright. From looks to rock during errands, holiday recitals, cookie baking extravaganzas–you name it–we’ve gathered some of the most gorgeous looks for pregnancy, and how you can even score some sweet deals in the process.
Here are 6 expert tips for dressing your bump this holiday season!
Take advantage of sales and stock up on the essentials.
Chances are, you don’t love the idea of sinking too much money into clothes you won’t wear for too long–especially during the holiday season when budgets are already stretched thin. The good news? There are always sales to take advantage of. With a little research and planning ahead you can score a solid base of essentials to carry you through the rest of your pregnancy.
Build a gorgeous, go-to maternity uniform
Chances are, you’re pretty busy with all the things right now. Between growing a human, caring for the ones you might already have and working that holiday magic, figuring out what to wear isn’t something you have a lot of time for. That’s why we’re big believers in the maternity capsule wardrobe. With a few strategically chosen pieces that will last far longer than your bump, you’ll look stylish and put together without much more work than pulling on your favorite sweats. (Though there’s always room for that, too.)
Elevate your maternity leggings game
Pregnant or not, leggings are a mama’s BFF. They’re stretchy, comfortable and let’s be honest–they’re the perfect pants for holiday meals. After all, how are you supposed to fit a baby and three pieces of pie in there while wearing gasp! buttons? 
But if you’re worried they’re not dressy enough for all the places you want to wear them, think again! Think heavier fabrics like velvet or faux leather or pair them with something more structured than your typical hoodie. A denim jacket, a dress or even a wool blazer looks fresh and stylish.
Choose versatile pieces to dress up or down
With life getting back to a more normal pace, the invites may be rolling in already. Whether you’re just going to a family gathering or hitting the town for a party, chances are, you’re going to need some version of a holiday maternity outfit this season. Your best bet? Something that can carry you through all of them. Choose versatile pieces that can be dressed up or down depending on what’s on tap and you can save the stress for more important things. Like getting securing the best spot at the cheese plate table.
Embrace the bump!
There’s a good chance you’re going to be a VIP guest wherever the holiday celebrations take you. And while that can be overwhelming, it’s only because everyone is so excited about the new arrival. Bask in this period when the attention is showered on you! Show off that bump and take advantage of the fact everyone wants to wait on you hand and foot. Keep the mocktails, flowing, right? Even if you’re just starting to show and it looks more like a holiday-binge food baby than an actual baby, we say, embrace it!
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