v 2 issue 40: Maternity Essentials

Look and feel your best with our essentials for your pregnancy. Glam up that glow and get ready for baby...it's your time to shine!




Cover photo by Christine Rozak

spring clothing essentials
We believe that when you look good you feel good. Avoid the sweats and pick up one (or all!) of these fabulously gorgeous and comfortable dresses and start feeling glamorous and sexy.

1. This 2-in-1 lined tube dress by Japanese Weekend doubles as a tube dress or a skirt. Available in five colors, stock up on this cotton voile comfy dress as it is sure to be a favorite. Still looks great after the baby arrives. JapaneseWeekend.com, $72.

2. Chiarakruza’s Madonna dress is definitely a hot number, but we love most that it is actually a soft jersey knit so it is comfortable too! The adjustable drawstring waist and ruffle around the bust add the perfect touch. Nordstrom, $116.

3. This gorgeous Empire Dress by Belly Basics fits beautifully due to its smocked elastic back and flowing a-line skirt. Perfect for a wedding, special event or just when you feel like spicing it up. Nordstrom, $92.

4. This fun and flattering layered dress has an empire waist with comfortable elastic to allow stretch and growth right along with your belly. Maternal America has added twisted straps for fashion-friendly function (like covering bra straps). Due Maternity, $120.

5. Pair this eyelet top with their full floral skirt and you have a match made in heaven! Constructed of pima cotton, this top is a favorite of ours to pair with skirts, slacks or jeans. Gap, $92.

bathtime essentials for mom-to-be
Organic Quease-Ease Lip Balm with Peppermint and Ginger is a natural approach to reducing mommy-to-be naseau. And, because its from Erbaviva, you can trust that it is good for both you and baby. Ease the mommy-to-be quease (for only $9!) at Erbaviva.com.

Happy Mama Spray is an aromatherapy spray made only with pure lime and ginger essential oils and flower essences. Simply spray a bit of Happy Mama onto your wrist and inhale- it’s that easy to stop feeling queasy. Another heavenly product we love from EarthlyMamaAngelBaby.com.

Turn to Belli Anti-Chloasma Facial Sunscreen to stop chloasma (the dark brown splotchy areas that appear on 70% of pregnant women). This tinted facial sunblock contains titanium dioxide and zinc oxide to protect against UVA and UVB rays as well as environmental pollutants, and when used daily protects against chloasma. We love that it doesn’t contain oil, is great for all skin types, and is so light it can be worn alone or under makeup.

get comfortable

If you’re a mommy-to-be with sleep woes, cozy up to the Cozy Cuddler. This patent-pending, ground breaking pregnancy body pillow offers several unique features we love: a shoulder comfort system, lumbar and belly support, a large square headrest, and best of all, both the pillow and its 200 thread count case are 100% washable. Cuddle up to comfort with the Cozy Cuddler, available at BabyAge.com.

Sleep should be serene, and it is when you have the Serenity Star maternity pillow. The Serenity Star’s three part design (a curved pillow and two bolster pillows) allows for extreme comfort and support during pregnancy, and lots of use after pregnancy (lumbar support, neck support, filling the gap between your child’s bed and the wall, and more). Serenity Star guarantees that their signature synthetic down filling will remain hygienically clean and dust-mite free for the life of the pillow, and will never clump during washing and drying. Best of all, Serenity Star Pillows feel cool in the heat, and warm in the cold. This star of maternity pillows is available at SerenityStar.com.

yummy in your tummy
Bellybars pregnancy nutrition bars are the best, bar none. Designed to satisfy hunger and provide much needed prenatal vitamins and minerals, Bellybars taste great and are perfect for mommies-to-be who are on the go. Available in four indulgent flavors (Burstin' Chocolate, Berry Nutty Cravings, Mellow Oat, Baby Needs Chocolate), there’s sure to be a Bellybar to satisfy your craving!



journal for mommy-to-be
With a rich faux suede cover, 105 beautifully decorated pages, and a durable perter spiral binding, this all-in-one album, scrapbook and keepsake journal is a gorgeous way to record and cherish your pregnancy journey. Of course there are also the scrapbook cutouts friends and family can use to write baby’s first love letters, family letterhead, and custom designed photo areas that make the Tummy Talk Journal a must have! Available in 4 beautiful colors at www.tummy-talk.com.

belly cover up
The Baby Be Mine Maternity Belly Band is a mommy-to-be must have. The Belly Band can be used to cover ugly maternity waistbands, add length to pre-pregnancy tops and cover undone buttons on pre-maternity pants. We also love that the Belly Band is super soft and easy to use. Add a splash of style, and a lot of function to your maternity wardrobe with the Baby Be Mine Maternity Belly Band.

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