FIT MAMA KIT!
Don’t settle for ill-fitting workout clothes! Staying comfortable is key to making pre- and postnatal exercise more enjoyable. ‘It’s important to have clothing that can adapt to your changing shape,’ says Claire Gleave, founder of maternity and postnatal activewear, Natal Active. ‘Extra support is not always needed on your bump, but many mums find that it makes working out more comfortable, especially in the last trimester when everything starts to feel very heavy.’
Plus, buy a good maternity sports bra that provides support and allows for growth – perhaps one that doubles up as a nursing bra if you plan on breastfeeding. ‘Our bras come with a bra extender so the band can be sized up as the rib cage expands, and adjustable straps to allow for cup size growth,’ adds Gleave. Here’s our pick of kit for your maternity workout wardrobe.
Add a splash of colour to your maternity wardrobe with the Natal Active Artemis Bra in electric blue. Its adjustable straps adapt with your body through the trimesters, fitting B to G cup sizes. Plus, clipped cups make nursing easy. £45, natalactive.com
Don’t sweat the small stuff! Skincare expert, Mama Mio, has launched the Oh Natural Pregnancy Deodorant, which is aluminium-free and pregnancy-safe to protect your underarms all activity long. £13, mamamio.com
Power Maternity is the first new and expecting mum collection from activewear brand Myprotein. We love the over-the-bump Power Maternity Leggings (pictured here), which have an adjustable waist for a supreme fit. £38, mp.com
Comfortable and stylish, Latched’s ever-popular Maternity & Postnatal Active Support Shorts are perfect for the summer. They have an over-the-bump waist band that can be worn up or folded down. £35, latched.uk
Light leaks are normal occurences after giving birth. The Saalt Wear line of leakproof performance underwear ensures that you stay dry and comfortable with its leakproof, moisture-wicking barrier. From £32, saaltco.uk
These squat-proof Natal Active Luxe Maternity and Post Natal Leggings can support your bump before baby arrives, then the high-waisted leggings can be folded down to avoid irritating C-section scars after pregnancy, if necessary. £55, natalactive.com