Postpartum dilemma solved: Party dress
November 15, 2008
You have found a trustworthy babysitter for your first night out without baby, but are you still searching for that perfect party dress that will flatter your postpartum curves?
Search out dresses that draw the eye up to your beautiful face, smooth shoulders and post-baby cleavage while drawing the eye away from the problem areas — the midsection.
Look for dresses with flowing material that gently skims your curves, instead of that skin-tight dress that will show every bulge.
The Silk Halter Dress ($150) from Banana Republic would be the ideal postpartum cocktail dress. The bright fuchsia color is festive, while the details of the dress will highlight your best features while downplaying those post-baby trouble spots.
Postpartum fall essentials
November 12, 2008
Your pre-pregnancy clothes don’t fit yet and the last thing you want to do is wear your maternity clothes. What can you do?
Re-visit your early pregnancy clothes: Those clothes that helped conceal your bump early in pregnancy are perfect for concealing your post-partum tummy. Wear shirts with a gathered hem and eye-catching neckline. Pull out your Bella Band and use that to layer over longer tops until your stomach shrinks and your jeans fit.
Under-the-belly jeans: Trust me, the last thing you will want to wear is anything with a panel. Pull out those under-the-belly jeans, pants and skirts. They will fit you better than your pre-pregnancy clothes, and you won’t feel like you are wearing maternity clothes.
Shapewear: What was once called a girdle, now has a more appealing name — shapewear. Everyone from Brooke Burke (who sells her own brand of Tauts shapewear) to Gwyneth Paltrow has admitted to wearing shapewear to help smooth out those post-partum bumps.
Outerwear: Find a jacket that will flatter your new-mom curves. Pictured is the Pinned Wrap Cardigan from Gap.com. This stylish jacket will conceal your postpartum belly while the eye-catching neckline draws your eye up.
Hip diaper bag for $38
November 10, 2008
What if I told you that you could get a hip and functional diaper bag for only $38?
The Santa Monica Diaper Bag is on sale at BabyStyle for $38,originally priced at $78. This trendy tote features everything you would want in a diaper bag. The bag is made of a durable black cotton canvas and is lined with a wipe-clean nylon lining. The metallic gunmetal accents give that extra big of style that keep it from looking like diaper bag, but more of a bag you would take on a night out with the gals!
Other cool features include a removable zippered pouch that is perfect for diapers and wipes, and a matching changing pad. There are plenty of pockets and pouches to keep you organized.
Pick up this fabulous bargain before they are all gone!
Found! Stylish nursing top
November 8, 2008
Are you looking for a stylish top that will flatter your postpartum body that also allows for easy access to breastfeed your baby?
This Eva Lillian Maternity Cross-Front Nursing Shirt (on sale for $42) is as stylish as it is versatile. The criss-cross design with the removable tube top makes nursing your baby a breeze.
The gathered waistline and flowing fabric make this flattering for your postpartum body.
Are you looking for a dress that is just as versatile? Check out the Sexy Wrap Nursing Dress from Eva Lillian for the perfect combination of style meeting function.
Are you wondering what else your postpartum wardrobe should include? Click here to check out the 5 postpartum wardrobe essentials.
How to look stylish as a new mom
November 8, 2008
Now that you are a new-mom (or well on your way to becoming one) you may have to pack away your dry- clean-only pants and silk blouses for clothes that are more kid-friendly. Find out what to wear that will take you from mommy & me playdates to the playground in style.
As new-mom Nicole Richie so aptly put it: “I have to wear things that can be spit up on!” What covers spit up? Printed cotton tops and colorful dresses are two great additons to your new-mom wardrobe. Speaking from experience, spit-up really shows up on black tops so them at home until your baby is past that stage.
You will be bending over frequently to get him in/out of the stroller and car seat, so wear a top that you don’t have to worry about gaping open revealing your bra underneath. Layering a tight black tank underneath your shirt is a great way to give you some coverage.
Forget about wearing short skirts — you need to wear clothes that you can sit on the floor in comfortable. Opt for cropped pants, long skirts or comfortable jeans.
What is your favorite new-mom outfit?
Liz Lange shares 4th trimester style tips
November 8, 2008
The first few weeks after you have had your baby can be a real challenge, style-wise. Maternity designer Liz Lange shares her tips on how to manage that tricky postpartum period.
Watch the below video for tips on everything from what type of clothes are flattering and what you should keep in mind when dressing your postpartum body.
Laila Ali talks breastfeeding challenges
November 2, 2008
Former American Gladiator host Laila Ali blogs on her website the joys and breastfeeding challenges that go along with being a mom. Ali and her husband welcomed their first child, Curtis “C.J.” Muhammad 9 weeks ago. Ali is the daughter of boxing champ Muhammad Ali.
She writes that although motherhood “has been an easy and natural transition for me,” she is also learning to deal with the lack of sleep. “Of course waking up to feed my son, CJ, every 2 hours is not fun but I feel good knowing that I am creating a bond with him and he is getting what he needs.”
What does Ali think is the biggest challenge of being a new mom?
“People always ask me what is the biggest surprise about motherhood. Well that answer is easy for me - my biggest surprise was the fact that breast-feeding is so challenging! Boy, now I know why so many women can’t or don’t hang in there with it. When a woman decides to nurse her child, she practically becomes a 24-hour milk machine! Not to mention the soreness that comes along with it. You better believe that I got a hold of a breast pump machine real quick so that my husband can help feed the baby at night and during the day!!! No matter how tiring breast-feeding is, I will continue to do it for at least 6 months. There are so many health benefits for babies who are nursed and I can’t imagine not taking advantage of the custom made supply that God gave me for my child.”
Along with a breast pump and nursing bras, you will also want to stock up on some nursing tops that will allow you to easily breastfeed your feed. Read: How to breastfeed in style: Stylish nursing clothes.
Minnie Driver wears a mini
October 27, 2008
Minnie Driver shows off her postpartum figure in a black mini-dress at the Vanity Fair Portraits: Photographs 1913-2008 exhibit in Los Angeles this past week.
Driver welcomed her first child, a boy named Henry Story Driver, around 1 month ago.
Driver looks great in this black mini dress with a fringed hem and sky high heels.
Pregnancy Fashion tip: Draw attention away from your postpartum belly by highlighing your best feature. If it is your legs, like Minnie, wear a mini dress. If your new-mama cleavage makes you feel sexy, wear a flattering v-neck top or if it is your smooth shoulders and arms wear an off-the-shoulder top.
Click here to see Angelina Jolie’s postpartum style.
Great new-mom gift: Charlotte diaper bag
October 25, 2008
You want a diaper bag that is cute, functional and — most importantly! — can easily hold all of baby’s essentials. The Charlotte Diaper Tote from Dwell Studio has all of that and is stylish to boot!
This hip baby tote, available at BabyStyle.com, features a plastic diaper wipes case, a matching changing pad, wipe-clean exterior and interior lining, plenty of pockets on the outside and inside to keep you organized.
The lime green, aqua, fuchisia and lemon design blends well with the charcoal leather accents in a easy-to-clean laminated canvas.
This bag would make the perfect gift!
Click here to find out what diaper bag celebrity mom Nicole Kidman carries.
Stylish nursing tops and dresses: 4th trimester kit
October 23, 2008
Finding nursing tops and dresses that are functional and stylish can be a real challenge — until now. Isabella Oliver, the same designers who make fabulous maternity clothes, have come to the rescue with this Fourth Trimester Kit.
Available in short sleeve and long sleeve (pictured), this kit features a Cape Nursing Dress and a Wrap Nursing Top that are designed to minimize postpartum problem areas (tummy) and make nursing a snap with pieces that allow easy access for your baby. The jersey material is ultra-comfortable and flattering.
At $250, the Fourth Trimester Kit is pricey, but will save you more money than buying each of these pieces separately.
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