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First of all, I have found that when buying your maternity clothes, you should only buy a few items at a time. I make this first suggestion because usually most women do not buy as many maternity clothes as they would have in their regular pre-pregnancy wardrobe. Therefore, by purchasing a few items at a time throughout your pregnancy, you can revive your wardrobe at various intervals instead of leaving yourself bored with the selections you made early on.
Additionally, there are a couple specific clothes hints I have discovered. For example, if you choose to buy a maternity skirt, I recommend a slim-fitting style. Initially, I bought a full style skirt that I had spotted on clearance; however, I noticed that it ended up making me look larger than I already am, a look I am not going for during pregnancy! (And what is even worse, I bought it on clearance and therefore, couldn't return it!) I have also found with the elastic-waist pants that at the beginning of my third trimester, they became uncomfortable to wear across my belly. At this point, I have opted to wear the elastic band below my belly.
Also, about mid-way through my first pregnancy, I had to go to an event with my husband and spent a little more on a nicely fitting black dress. I would recommend purchasing one even if you do not have an upcoming event scheduled. I always feel quite comfortable in this dress, and it is nice to have a piece in my maternity wardrobe that I look forward to putting on. (I have also found that having this dress has made getting through such events, which include wearing uncomfortable heels for a late night, much easier!)
Finally, I suggest that you try everything on prior to purchasing it or make yourself aware of the store's return policy; items and styles that fit you pre-pregnancy may not be as flattering now that your body has changed. Keep in mind, some stores do not allow you to return items after a certain period of time or at all if they are marked down for the season.
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