You’ve given birth to your little one and you know that this should be the happiest time of your life but you can’t help feeling a little sad, anxious, and irritable. It’s perfectly normal to have these emotions so don’t feel guilty about it – your hormones are all over the place and your postpartum “baby blues” will pass within a couple of weeks. It’s also likely that you will be overly critical of your body and wonder why your body hasn’t “snapped back”. Pregnancy is not easy on the body so cut yourself some slack. Instead of trying to fit into your pre-pregnancy clothes, create your own postpartum wardrobe that is practical yet stylish as this will help you feel better about yourself and improve your self-image.
Tips to Create Your Postpartum Wardrobe
1. Soft and Stretchy Fabrics
2. Nursing-Friendly Tops
The last thing you need when your baby is hungry-crying is to fumble with multiple buttons! Instead, choose tops that provide easy access for breastfeeding such as those with hidden panels or zippers. Wrap styles are also very convenient and provide discretion while you’re feeding your baby. You should also invest in good nursing bras so that your breasts are still supported but the flaps can be easily opened and closed when you need to breastfeed your baby. Avoid underwire bras as they may contribute to plugged ducts.
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3. Dresses that Flatter your Silhouette
An A-line dress where the top is fitted and then flares out from the waist helps to draw attention away from your midsection which makes it ideal for a postpartum dress. You can also try a dress with an empire waistline which hits just below the bust line but be careful because some of these can accentuate your belly pooch – this largely depends on the dress fabric. Peplum dresses can be either chic or cute depending on the pattern but the additional fabric around your waist can help to hide your belly. It’s best to avoid high-waisted, low-waisted, and straight-cut dresses as these tend to draw attention to the midsection, especially if they are tight-fitting.
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4. Comfortable Shoes
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5. Stylish Accessories
Accessories can completely change your look and take your outfit from casual to evening out within minutes! Your baby is still too small to tug at your earrings, chains or bracelets so you don’t need to restrict yourself to baby-safe pieces. Accessorize according to your personal style – some people prefer matching sets while others opt for a more eclectic look. However, if you are wearing a statement piece like large earrings, you should keep the other pieces simple so that it stands out. You can also use scarves to add a splash of color to your outfit. The best part is that scarves also double as a nursing cover.