25 weeks and counting. More than half-way there, but bored beyond belief. Nearly 14 lbs gained, nothing fits and, trust me, nothing is cute. Non-pregnant women and women who were pregnant a while ago always say that these days maternity clothes are just like regular clothes -- cute and trendy and nice-fitting. LIES! Most maternity wear is unflattering, overpriced (especially considering that you will only need it for four months,) and tends to be bigger in unnecessary places. How can I ever channel my inner Nichole Richie with these hideous outfits?
Well, a few things do work nicely.
1. Victoria's Secret 'Lacie' thong -- stretchy and soft and do not show under clothing.
2. H&M tank tops and spaghetti strap tops -- these run longer and cover the belly nicer. Plus, they don't ride up.
3. Plain tees by Velvet -- also long and slimming. And made out of the finest knit cotton one can imagine, so you are not sweating up a storm this summer.
4. Bio-Oil -- I just discovered it. It's not as greasy as some of the other belly oils and doesn't smell weird.
