How to Shop for Maternity Wear

How to Shop for Maternity Wear



If you're like the majority of women, you'll notice that by the middle of your second trimester, oversized tops and bottoms may no longer cut it. As you begin to stock up on true maternity wear, think about building a wardrobe around multiple separates that will keep you both comfortable and stylish.







Things You'll Need:





Maternity Dresses



Maternity Pants



Maternity Shorts



Maternity Tops









Step
1



Shop for your pre-pregnancy size. Most maternity-wear companies grade their clothes based on how each size will fill out during
pregnancy
.




Step
2



Remember the stretch. Look for items that have 4 percent to 10 percent spandex or elastin, which guarantees your clothes will expand as you do.




Step
3



Check the cuts. You want to find bottoms that have a very generous section for your growing belly, and tops with a tent or A-line shape.




Step
4



Opt for dresses and skirts with lengths that hit the knee and below. Your growing belly will eventually pull front hems up.




Step
5



Buy multiple tops to go with a few pairs of bottoms, varying the color depending on the season. Consider black with other darks for winter, black with brights for spring, and black with white for summer and fall.




Step
6



Try things on whenever possible. It may look big enough, but you really want to get an idea how a waistband feels around your tummy or how comfortable your breasts will be in a given top.







Tips & Warnings









Having twins? Shop one size up from your pre-pregnancy size.








When buying in months five and six, make sure you have enough room to grow into your seventh and eighth month.








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Stripes and prints may enhance your largesse. Stick to solids, especially darks, to minimize your curves.



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How to Shop for Mastectomy Clothing

How to Shop for Mastectomy Clothing



Picking out clothes is difficult enough without having mastectomy needs affect the final decision. Knowing what to look for and where to shop for mastectomy clothing eliminates a lot of the frustration you may feel. Feel confident and beautiful when buying a new top, swimsuit and other upper body fashion items. Read on to learn more.









Step
1



Look for brand names like American Boutique, Jodee and Classique when purchasing mastectomy bras. See the eHow titled "How to Shop for Mastectomy Bras" for more information.




Step
2



Ask other breast cancer survivors where they shop for their favorite post-surgery clothing items.




Step
3



Check out a Lands End catalog or shop at one of their stores which carry a line of mastectomy swimwear in stylish designs.




Step
4



Shop online at any of the specialty

boutiques


listed after searching with keywords "mastectomy" and "clothing" or use the specific clothing name like "bra" or "top."




Step
5



Buy plunging necklines if comfortable with the idea. Otherwise, expect most mastectomy tops with higher cuts in the chest and underarm areas.




Step
6



Purchase good breast form inserts and look great in any form fitting mastectomy top, such as camisoles, halter-tops or lingerie. Feeling confident about the way new breast forms feel and look is a great way to improve self-image and feel sexy, too.




Step
7



Stay in your comfort zone regarding style and design of mastectomy tops. If you are not ready to show scars or take risks, do not risk buying an expensive low cut designer swimsuit and never wearing it.




Step
8



Keep your existing wardrobe by having favorite blouses and dresses altered by a professional tailor to add breast form pockets.




Step
9



Visit any women's department store for stylish outerwear without special mastectomy modifications. You can buy cute

jackets


, shawls or exotic cover-ups that allow one to dress daring while camouflaging scars or inserts.




Step
10



Go with breast inserts and forms that work for you. They come in a variety of sizes, weights, colors and options (with or without nipple, color or no color) that work for most mastectomy needs.







Tips & Warnings









Choose under wire bras with small wires so as not to injure numb breast areas with wire ends.








Look for breast implant materials with a non-slipping matte finish instead of glossy. The matte material stays in place better with minimal slippage.








Make sure the breast forms are safe in chlorinated or salt water before buying to use in a swimsuit.



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How to Shop for Mastectomy Bras

How to Shop for Mastectomy Bras



As if breast cancer and going through a mastectomy isn't enough, many women have to face yet another challenge when it comes to shopping for a mastectomy bra. Hopefully, the following guidelines will help ease some of the stress when it comes to shopping for a mastectomy bra.









Step
1



Check with the nursing staff at your surgeon's office for information on shopping for a mastectomy bra. This is usually a part of the support system in place to provide you direction on places to be fitted properly according to the surgery you have had.




Step
2



Talk with other women who have under gone a mastectomy to ask for suggestions on where they shopped for their mastectomy bras. These women will be a wonderful support system and just might have some excellent ideas and suggestions to help you as you shop for your mastectomy bra.




Step
3



Shop at stores that specialize in medical needs of women. You will find these listed in your local telephone directory or check the directory through your computer for locations and directions to such type stores. Many of these retail stores are set up as a "boutique" type retail store. Call and talk to a staff member to see if you need to set up an appointment for a fitting.




Step
4



Browse online retail sites or Internet sites that specialize in post surgery needs for women such as mastectomy bras. There are many of these retailers, so compare several for pricing and styles. Be sure to be clear on their return policies in the event that the mastectomy bra does not fit properly and must be returned.


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How to Shop for Jeans

How to Shop for Jeans



You want the perfect jeans, but you are shopping on your lunch hour and you don't have a lot of time. You can do this quickly.









Step
1



Know your size! Are you a 12 in misses or a 13 in juniors? You must know that. I would suggest always going to the misses or women's department if you are over 24, so you are never in danger of showing off plumber crack or having your jeans too low on you.




Step
2



What type are you looking for? Skinny jeans with a flare leg. What type of wash? Light, dark, black? Always shop with a mission!




Step
3



Once you find your size and cut, do something crazy, I want you to take the waist of the jeans and wrap it around your neck. Stay with me here. If they fit around your neck with no problem without overlapping, you got the perfect size. If they are not even close, you got the wrong size.




Step
4



Now that you have your jeans, put them on top of your body where you usually wear your jeans. Do they hang where you want them?




Step
5



If everything works out, you found your perfect jeans without trying them on. Get to the check-out and go!







Tips & Warnings









Always look at the care tag, making sure you find a jean with a percentage of spandex in it. They will fit you better and have a little give if you go a little crazy on the potato chips.








Wash your jeans in cold water when you first get them so they won't shrink.



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How to Shop for Jeans While on a Budget

How to Shop for Jeans While on a Budget



If you prefer to not spend much money on overpriced jeans, read on for how to shop and find the 'perfect' jeans for at a decent price.









Step
1



Go to retail stores that sells jeans for half the price you would pay at places like

Macy's


. Marshalls, Aj Wright or TJ Maxx are some of the best places to look for great jeans, especially the name brand ones.




Step
2



Go online and search for stores, preferably eBay and look for jeans. Make sure to read the seller's description to know more about what you want to buy--the color, material, good quality, the condition and if it matches your body type.




Step
3



Look for clearances on the sales rack. Purchase them soon as possible as most people might snatch them up quickly if you wait another day to buy them. If it is winter, look for summer sales and vice versa since most of the clothing is at very low prices.




Step
4



One of the best things you can find is at the
Salvation
Army


. This store has dozens of jeans for
babies
,
children
and adults and many of them are of good quality. The jeans will cost no higher than $5 for one pair.


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