https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sat, 11 Apr 2026 08:18:46 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-345344 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 17:05:30 +0000 jedeve 345344@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My husband's grandpa asked me how I still fit into jeans. I guess maternity jeans weren't around when his wife was pregnant! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-344274 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 09:20:50 +0000 tororojo 344274@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I really like having cute maternity jeans--I've gotten several comments in the past week about how I don't LOOK like I'm wearing frumpy maternity jeans, so I would spend money on ones that are cute and fit well in the legs. I didn't spend all that much--I have a bootcut pair and 2 skinnies from Motherhood. And I love to accessorize--scarves are easy and perfect for fall. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-344086 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 06:37:02 +0000 SleepyMonkey 344086@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Like other pp's I spent a lot on cute and well-fitting maternity clothes,especially cute dresses that made me feel pretty and put together. I got a few facials, I got a few pedicures and a few massages. And people will almost always comment on how good you look even when you feel like a big slob! People are just nicer to ladies who are pregnant. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-344022 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:20:55 +0000 sarac 344022@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Since gaining weight in my early 20s, my tummy has always been my problem area. So while pregnant, no fat tummy, just a cute bump. I was also really happy and glowing the whole time. Soooo, I spent a ton of money on maternity clothing, and it was worth every penny. I floated down the street like a freaking balloon. I've never felt so beautiful and full of life as I did then, and having beautiful stylish clothing only helped. </p> <p>I'd say go for it, and spend a little money to feel beautiful and comfortable. You can always sell it to a thrift store later, or just pass it on to a girlfriend. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-344001 Tue, 16 Oct 2012 23:12:23 +0000 jedeve 344001@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Bump! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-87174 Mon, 05 Mar 2012 20:24:18 +0000 pastemoo 87174@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Pedicure FTW! :) Thanks ladies. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-78820 Mon, 20 Feb 2012 21:53:11 +0000 tequiero21 78820@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>i just did my toes and i feel prettier. haha. i usually put on some makeup and i feel more "alive"... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-78541 Mon, 20 Feb 2012 13:32:30 +0000 sulli301 78541@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I spent the money on some pretty, stylish maternity clothes/larger sizes of regular clothes once I couldn't fit into most of my regular stuff &amp; that worked well :) I also got manicures &amp; kept my hair trimmed &amp; styled. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-78460 Mon, 20 Feb 2012 11:23:41 +0000 Goldilocks1107 78460@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm also trying to keep my maternity clothing purchases to a minimum, but sometimes you need something cute to put on so you feel good about yourself. I still have 13 weeks to go, and am planning to get a few more tops from Old Navy that I can layer and feel cute in.<br /> Having painted toenails also helps - I think I've given myself my last at-home pedicure, so I'll be relying on the professionals from now on.<br /> And makeup - I'm usually a foundation and mascara kind of girl, but when I was feeling bad about myself, I picked up some eyeliner, blush and eyeshadow. That way, even if I feel like a whale, I can still have a cute face. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-78275 Sun, 19 Feb 2012 18:01:33 +0000 pastemoo 78275@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@bpcmarj: Agreed, the flowy tops really don't help. I love the form fitting/bump fitting tops! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-78219 Sun, 19 Feb 2012 13:13:52 +0000 bpcmarj 78219@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>For me, I have liked fitted maternity shirts. They may me feel so much better than the flowy ones. Also, anytime we are really going out anywhere, I make sure my hair and makeup are somewhat done.</p> <p>Honestly, DH has helped. He tells me how beautiful I am everyday :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-78211 Sun, 19 Feb 2012 12:56:38 +0000 winniebee 78211@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I splurged on maternity clothing - granted nothing from prepregnancy fit me after 14 wks so I needed lots. I have found that form fitting maternity clothes make me feel less frumpy and I try to accessorizewith long necklaces and jewelry. Also I splurged on a pair of citizens maternity jeans so I feel stylish on weekend. Don't get me wrong, sometimes I feel like a whale....but cute clothes really helps ; ) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-78209 Sun, 19 Feb 2012 12:33:13 +0000 His Barista 78209@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>When I couldn't fit my work cloths anymore I bought a couple sets of maternity ones. I thought it was worth it! I also like to get pedicures on a pretty regular basis. And I got my hair dine fir the first time in forever. : ) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-78188 Sun, 19 Feb 2012 10:51:23 +0000 pastemoo 78188@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>:) Love all the advice! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-78173 Sun, 19 Feb 2012 09:28:29 +0000 heffalump 78173@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Buy some maternity lingerie that shows off the belly! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-78148 Sun, 19 Feb 2012 06:19:30 +0000 mediagirl 78148@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I agree with accentuating your belly. That has helped me. For once I'm happy to show off my belly. :-) Ruched shirts are fantastic for that. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-78136 Sun, 19 Feb 2012 03:22:32 +0000 looch 78136@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I did what Red did...esp. the haircut. It was so important to make sure I had an easy cut that I could maintain so that I could look presentable when needed.</p> <p>I love accessories, so I still use those to play up my good features! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-78127 Sun, 19 Feb 2012 01:03:37 +0000 lemondrop 78127@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>It's not easy to feel pretty during pregnancy! I did love my baby bump though, any ruched shirt that showed it off was great. I never could get away with tight shirts pre-pregnancy, so I loved to wear tighter clothes since the new belly hid the old belly.</p> <p>I got a pair of ballet flats from Dessy and a maternity skirt from Old Navy, those things really helped! </p> <p>How about a massage or mani/pedi or a new haircut (nothing drastic, just a trim)? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-78108 Sat, 18 Feb 2012 23:10:55 +0000 Red 78108@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Also, I bought some fun trendy pieces at Burlington Coat Factory at super-affordable prices. Not quality construction clothing but they're great for matching up with other nice pieces. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-78106 Sat, 18 Feb 2012 23:06:38 +0000 Red 78106@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I played up everything else: Nice soft make-up, good haircut, cute accessories. Oh, and some nice comfortable tall boots to go with the stretchy leggings that you'll wear A LOT towards the end of your pregnancy. Boots always make me feel "kick-ass"! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-78105 Sat, 18 Feb 2012 23:05:34 +0000 yoursilverlining 78105@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Regular facials, massage, mani/pedi and other spa services. There are lots of "pregnancy packages" at several of the spas in my town, so that helps too.</p> <p>Long, hot showers and nice oils and lotions.</p> <p>Getting maternity clothing that fits nicely also helped. I wore mostly fitted stuff before, and wearing fitted maternity clothes makes me feel more "put together". Getting stuff (mostly, jeans and pants) tailored to fit also helped; again, just to feel more put together over all. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-78095 Sat, 18 Feb 2012 22:33:24 +0000 cupcakemama 78095@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I forgot! I wore form fitting clothes or things belted in. it helped me to look pregnant rather than big. Made me feel less dumpy and frumpy. I,also showed off the boobs. Though they grew so much it was hard not to! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-78093 Sat, 18 Feb 2012 22:20:36 +0000 autumnlove 78093@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Exfoliate and wear blush! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-78090 Sat, 18 Feb 2012 22:14:35 +0000 googly-eyes 78090@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Keep the awesome advice coming ladies! Loving these tips. </p> <p>@Rubies I have a gift cert for a pedi and I SO want to use it, but I've heard it's not safe. I think I'm going to ok it with the doctor and go at the start of the 2nd trimester since hopefully I'll be leaving the house more then (and less sick.) I totally agree, though, pedis make you feel pretty and put together! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-78086 Sat, 18 Feb 2012 22:06:07 +0000 Mrs. Jacks 78086@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I never felt really pretty when I was pregnant, but my hair was amazing. I made sure to get great cuts the whole time. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-78079 Sat, 18 Feb 2012 21:45:05 +0000 pastemoo 78079@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@BabyBoecksMom: :) That is really sweet.</p> <p>@Rubies: I might do that, too. I love pedicures. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-78077 Sat, 18 Feb 2012 21:44:03 +0000 pastemoo 78077@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@PennyLainne: Go for it! I got some maternity pants waaaay early, but still only have one maternity sweater and 2 tanks---most of maternity clothes comes from regular stores. For some reason all the "maternity" stuff makes me look fat. But, I am LOVING the crop sweaters with my tank tops. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-78068 Sat, 18 Feb 2012 21:28:43 +0000 Rubies 78068@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I used to get pedicures! Having pretty toes with pretty polish made me feel pretty! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-78066 Sat, 18 Feb 2012 21:27:14 +0000 cupcakemama 78066@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I had a small selection of clothes to wear. Most were 'normal' not maternity. Dunno. I loved being pregnant and thought I looked great most days! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-to-feel-pretty-while-pregnant-annnnd-go#post-78063 Sat, 18 Feb 2012 21:22:31 +0000 BabyBoecksMom 78063@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I was able to borrow some cute maternity clothes from my friends and they were really flattering. I actually enjoyed having my belly. For the first time in my life, I didn't have worry about if my stomach was flat, since everyone seems to think pregnant women are cute, no matter what shape or size they are. </p>