Having babies is hard. A woman’s body goes through a plethora of changes during their time going through maternity, and one of those changes is obviously weight gain. Not only will women naturally gain weight as their pregnancy progresses, but their hormones are also in fluctuation, possibly causing them to be more self-conscious about their weight.
This is why it is very well recommended that women stay active during their pregnancy in order to maintain a healthy pregnancy weight and keep their mental spirits high. Sadly there isn’t a very wide selection of maternity activewear or many guides to tell you what is essential – and that’s where we come in. Here is the perfect guide to activewear during your pregnancy workout journey!
Perfect Fitting Shoes
As someone who is constantly creating new life inside of yourself, walking is going to be more difficult than before, let alone running. That’s why perfect fitting athletic shoes are a necessity. You must find shoes that aren’t too tight but aren’t too loose either. Preferably made of stretchy fiber so if your feet swell up during your pregnancy, the shoes won’t become too uncomfortable.
Supportive Sports Bra
With your chest being very tender during this time, any activity that requires movement could run a chance of hurting or irritating your breasts. This is especially true once they begin to grow and start the production of milk. You’ll want to find a comfortable and supportive sports bra probably about one cup size up from your regular to accommodate the size increase.
Maternity Leggings
A pair of leggings can go a long way in any outfit, and luckily, they make special kinds of leggings for women currently preparing for motherhood. What separate maternity Leggings from regular leggings is the addition of extra room in the front for your baby bump while still being close and comfy as usual. Leggings are the perfect wardrobe item for being active in as well as being great for casual or even office settings.
Stomach Band/Belt
Carrying around a child can have effects on how you move your body, such as causing lower back pain due to the increased weight of the fetus. A stomach band is something you can wrap about your stomach to help support your torso, relieving tension in your back and making it easier to move around. They’re discreet and can be worn under your clothes or if you find a color that matches your clothes, you could even incorporate it into your outfit.
Cute Accessories
Just because you’re pregnant doesn’t mean you can’t look good! While you’re going through this experience you need to feel as confident and sexy as ever, no matter how big your belly may grow. Things like a cute headband or workout gloves, it doesn’t have to be anything major – it just has to make you feel good! Hopefully, this guide has given you ladies some ideas on activewear and exercise before you welcome the newest member of your family to the world.
