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14th Apr 2010

Types of Maternity Swimwear


Just as with regular swimwear, there is a huge range of styles, colors and patterns available for you to choose from when you’re shopping for maternity swim wear. You may have to change styles when you’re pregnant from your regular string bikini or unstructured one piece swimsuit to provide you with the best support and look for your growing body.

One piece maternity swimsuit

If you’re not happy showing skin around your belly and you feel most supported and comfortable in a one piece bathing suit then this type of swimwear is the best choice for you. One piece maternity bathing suits will offer complete coverage for your growing body and the greatest support for your belly. Make sure you find a style that offers sufficient support for your breasts. Most maternity swimsuits will have additional support in the bust area in the form of a bra insert or sometimes under wires.

If you’ve put on weight all over, you might feel less self conscious in a skirted style bathing suit that covers up the top of your hips. Also be sure to choose a leg style that is cut fuller to help disguise your bottom half.

Maternity tankini

Maternity Bikini

Not every woman wants to cover up when they’re pregnant and many women now are choosing to show off their blossoming bodies in a cute maternity bikini. Bikinis are a great choice for pregnant women who want to show off their bodies at the beach or poolside and emphasize their baby bump rather than trying to hide it.

Maternity bikinis sometimes come in high waist styles that will provide support for your belly, or you can choose bikini bottoms that will fit under your bump but still have lots of stretch to allow for growth. If you’re happy with your top half but feel self conscious about your bottom and thighs, why not choose a boy short style? These will provide full coverage and support for your lower half while still looking sexy with a bikini top

Maternity Tankini

Tankinis are a very popular choice for pregnant women as they provide more coverage than a traditional bikini but still look cute and stylish. Tankini tops come in all sorts of styles including halter neck, strapless and racer back and can be mixed and matched with different bottoms from bikini and tankini maternity swim suit sets.

Tankinis are easier to put on in the later stages of pregnancy and you can choose a style that either fits snugly around your bump or skims over it more loosely.

Maternity tankinis are flattering for nearly every body shape. Choose a style that draws attention to your best assets and covers up areas you’re less proud of and you’ll feel comfortable and confident.

Plus Size Maternity Swimwear

If you were a larger lady before you got pregnant then you’ll need to look into plus size maternity swimwear. When shopping for maternity clothing you generally buy items in your normal size so if you’re on the bigger size, normal maternity swimwear probably won’t be suitable for you.

Maternity swim wear in larger sizes is available from many manufacturers and often comes with extra support and coverage. Don’t let your body get in the way of the advantages of swimming as exercise. Nobody expects you to look like a model when you’re pregnant anyway so pregnancy is a great excuse to break out the swim suit!

There are many options available when it comes to choosing maternity swimwear and you can find the perfect swim suit for you here at Maternity Swimwear Shop!

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