It can be enough of a shock to actually be pregnant, let alone having to dress a constantly-changing body. For some, having to think about a maternity and breastfeeding wardrobe is all just a bit much.
We can totally relate, so we thought we'd deliver a go-to guide for you to take a look at - a pared down list of five online maternity fashion stores that you can browse at your own leisure. It's even better if a garment can cater for both stages, then be put away and used for a subsequent pregnancy.
We hope it takes some of the stress out of finding nice clothing for your pregnancy and beyond into breastfeeding.
Ripe Maternity
It's 2016 and Ripe Maternity is celebrating 20 years in the pregnancy and breastfeeding fashion game. You know there's something to it when a label has been around that long, so check out the new 20th Anniversary Collection both online, in stores or at this weekend's Sydney Essential Baby & Toddler Show.
Queen Bee Maternity
Queen Bee Maternity stocks a wide range of maternity and breastfeeding fashion labels as well as lingerie, activewear, swimwear and sleepwear. Post is free on orders over $80.
Mamaway
Mamaway is a one-stop-shop of practical, affordable and attractive fashion, nursing lingerie, sleepwear and recovery garments. They also have physical stores in Sydney and the brand is sold all over Australia in a range of outlets. See the stockist page for stockists in your area or come and visit them at the Essential Baby & Toddler Show this weekend in Sydney.
Peachymama Breastfeeding Clothes
Peachymama makes seriously gorgeous breastfeeding clothing that will have you feeling a bit special even on an exhausting long day. There are times when a great dress that enables your baby to feed, has the capacity to make your day. The designer is Merril Bainbridge, of 90s Australian music fame and the clothing is made in Australia.
Mama y Bebe
Getting a good night's sleep becomes an obsession once you are pregnant and in the early months of parenthood.Mama y Bebe make supremely comfortable maternity and breastfeeding sleepwear that you'll never want to change out of in those first weeks with a newborn.