https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sat, 11 Apr 2026 00:45:38 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574892 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 10:38:28 +0000 MrsStormy 1574892@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MrsTiz: I think it is cute, but it does look like a shirt over a suit to me. I'm having post partum bathing suit issues too, I got stretch marks on my outer thighs and I really don't know how to hide them! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574776 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 10:00:22 +0000 jetsa 1574776@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MrsTiz: I'm with you. I saw this and have been debating buying it because I feel like it hides my tummy flub but is not frumpy. I'm having a hard time pulling the trigger on anything more expensive, I'm soo cheap! </p> [attach=2716/14/n46ke2.300x421.Clipboard01.jpg] https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574726 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 09:46:31 +0000 blackbird 1574726@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@septca, ah this one isn't so bad. It's got pretty good structure. But i dislike regular style swimsuits like that b/c i feel like they look like bras! Can't win :silly: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574717 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 09:44:56 +0000 looch 1574717@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Foodnerd81: Athelta runs true to size, I have both the swimsuit tops as well as the regular bra tops and they're perfect matches to my bra size (I wear a 36 C). </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574693 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 09:37:54 +0000 septca 1574693@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@blackbird: Totally agree with you. I *hate* halters because I have to tie them so tight that they make my neck and head ache. I love the Athleta suits because they have normal straps that are adjustable so you can make them really tight. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574673 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 09:32:17 +0000 blackbird 1574673@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>haha!!! I hope you love it! I freaking love mine. Like, i legit sent pictures of myself in it to my mom friends to show it off, i was so excited about how good (skinny! no muffin top!) it made me look. Talk about being an attention whore :silly: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574668 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 09:30:43 +0000 Adira 1574668@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@blackbird: haha, I ordered it!!! LOL - I'm such a splurge spender! But it say free returns, so... :D </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574663 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 09:27:41 +0000 blackbird 1574663@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@foodnerd, yeah, that's a possibility! For me, I don't like to be 100% covered up or I feel too frumpy. I feel very "in" this swimsuit, though, and I'm an E cup. Plus, i tie that halter TIGHT. If you want something that holds well, you might want to try an Athleta style swimsuit--one made for working out in would be pretty snug! I've gone playing with E in this and honestly, she doesn't pull at my boobs so I don't have much of an issue. </p> <p>@mrs. tiz, no the bottoms don't cut weird, they actually cover more than I expected it to. It's pretty darn full coverage. I bought two sizes from Amazon and returned the one that didn't fit right (free shipping!)</p> <p>@adira, yeah it is. I tried on a bunch of inexpensive ones, but finding something that fits a large chest properly means you're going to spend a chunk of dough, so I prefer to just have two good ones in my closet :) I even went to one of those fancy swimsuit stores and they all fit weird (i'm just too tall for a one piece) so....whatever! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574603 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 09:10:00 +0000 septca 1574603@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Foodnerd81: very true to size. I wear a 32F or 34DD in bras and like the way the 34D/DD size fits. I actually bought a 36 D/DD last summer when I was still BFing and it was a little loose. Bottoms also fit true to size in my experience. I like the "high tide" bottoms because they suck everything in and I like the tankini-as-a-one piece look - I don't want to see skin between. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574602 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 09:09:27 +0000 MrsKoala 1574602@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MrsTiz: I have it. I'm an hourglass but a little top heavy. It holds in the tummy very well. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574600 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 09:07:36 +0000 septca 1574600@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MrsTiz: I have a Miracle Suit that I paid $130 for 6 years ago. I have worn the heck out of it and it still looks brand new. My cheaper suits usually only last a season. So I think it's worth it. And Athleta has a great warranty policy.</p> <p>BUT - Old Navy has some super cute retro one pieces right now. They don't fit as well as the bra-sized suits, but they are super flattering for $40. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574585 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 09:02:39 +0000 MrsTiz 1574585@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MrsKoala: You have it? I'm not sure if you know who Kelle Hampton from Enjoying the Small Things is, but she wears a swimsuit veeerrry similar to that one and I LOVE it but wasn't sure how it would look on me. What shape are you? Would you say that holds in your belly? Thank you for that link! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574563 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 08:56:15 +0000 mrs. 64 1574563@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think that is super cute! I wouldn't mind one myself... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574554 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 08:54:18 +0000 MrsTiz 1574554@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Oh wow. I just realized how cheap I am.. I hate all of my bathing suits that are like $40, maybe I need to bite the bullet and buy myself a nice one!<br /> @blackbird: I loove that, do the bottoms cut in weird, the side panel makes me think it would show a lot more of my booty than people want to see! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574536 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 08:48:02 +0000 Foodnerd81 1574536@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@septca: How do you find the sizing on the Athleta suits? True to your real bra size? Bottoms- true to size? I have a feeling I'm going to have to order like $500 worth of tops and bottoms (and obviously return most of it!) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574519 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 08:43:35 +0000 septca 1574519@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think it's super cute.</p> <p>My favorite suits these days are Miracle Suit one pieces like this: <a href="http://www.miraclesuit.com/miraclesuit/must-haves-sanibel.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.miraclesuit.com/miraclesuit/must-haves-sanibel.html</a> or this: <a href="http://www.miraclesuit.com/miraclesuit/fashion-figures-rialto.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.miraclesuit.com/miraclesuit/fashion-figures-rialto.html</a></p> <p>Or the Athleta tankinis that come in bra sizes.</p> <p>BUT (big disclaimer) I have a weird swim suit body anyway and must have lots of chest support and tops that come in bra sizes. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574507 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 08:40:28 +0000 T-Mom 1574507@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I like this look! Considering that the rash guard style is really taking off, I don't think of this any different than that. Lands End does a really nice job with the swimwear. I've been happy with everything I have from there. Just order a few sizes since sometimes it varies from item to item (you can always return to Sears). They also run good promotions and have coupons. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574494 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 08:36:35 +0000 Adira 1574494@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@blackbird: I love the look of that swimsuit and that you can buy separate bottoms! But it's so pricey! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574487 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 08:34:20 +0000 Foodnerd81 1574487@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@blackbird: I feel like almost all tankini tops are very deep V halters-- if I'm swimming with the baby, I don't want to have such a low neckline-- it's like I'm asking her to grab at the top and expose my boobs! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574484 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 08:33:15 +0000 Foodnerd81 1574484@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think it's cute, but I do also think it looks like a shirt over a bikini. I wouldn't think twice about it if I saw it on the beach though. </p> <p>I'm also on the hunt for a mom friendly suit. I weight less than pre preg, but my stomach is anything but toned and boobs are bigger, so I want more coverage without being totally frumpy. I am thinking about a few different tankinis from Athleta, might order a bunch and try them all on at home.<br /> ETA: This is the one I'm thinking about:<br /> <a href="http://athleta.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=94580&#038;vid=1&#038;pid=964875012" rel="nofollow">http://athleta.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=94580&#038;vid=1&#038;pid=964875012</a> </p> [attach=2307/14/n46ghs.1x1.twister-tankini.gif] https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574481 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 08:32:40 +0000 MrsKoala 1574481@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think the retro style one pieces that are trendy right now would be great! They are cute, have great coverage, and are really flattering. They definitely don't look like a "mom" bathing suit. I have this one:<br /> <a href="http://www.modcloth.com/shop/onepiece-swimwear/beach-blanket-bingo-one-piece-in-soft-black" rel="nofollow">http://www.modcloth.com/shop/onepiece-swimwear/beach-blanket-bingo-one-piece-in-soft-black</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574470 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 08:29:40 +0000 blackbird 1574470@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00G7V7ZHC/ref=oh_details_o04_s01_i01?ie=UTF8&#038;psc=1" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00G7V7ZHC/ref=oh_details_o04_s01_i01?ie=UTF8&#038;psc=1</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00G7VC2TI/ref=oh_details_o04_s01_i02?ie=UTF8&#038;psc=1" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00G7VC2TI/ref=oh_details_o04_s01_i02?ie=UTF8&#038;psc=1</a></p> <p>This is my favorite postpartum swimsuit. It looks amazing on (i found that non-ruched swimsuits just didn't look right, and I'm really tall, so I needed it in two separate pieces), and bonus, your boobs look great in this. The bottoms on this swimsuit are fantastic. </p> [attach=618/14/n46g6p.264x330.570070455_normal.jpg] https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574425 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 08:14:33 +0000 lawbee11 1574425@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think it's cute! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574378 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 08:04:00 +0000 mediagirl 1574378@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MrsTiz: I thought about that last year but didn't end up buying it because I thought it was odd. I ended up spending crazy money this year and buying a rash guard set from Athleta. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574376 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 08:02:42 +0000 MrsTiz 1574376@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Weagle: Ooh. good points! I hadn't thought about all that, hmm </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574370 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 08:01:01 +0000 Adira 1574370@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MrsTiz: OH! I want it!!! :D </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574368 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 07:59:47 +0000 Mamaof2 1574368@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I like it! Cute!!</p> <p>You could also just do a tankini :happy: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574367 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 07:59:42 +0000 pelikila 1574367@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Have you heard of Rey Swimwear? I think some of their options like Marie would be great for that. <a href="http://www.reyswimwear.com/" rel="nofollow">http://www.reyswimwear.com/</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574356 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 07:57:37 +0000 Weagle 1574356@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I wouldn't think anything other than, "I should do that." I've had two summers as a mom and realized that I was more concerned about practicality than having a hot bod. There was nothing more annoying to me than carring around an infant in a bikini. Last year LO was toddling around, and I even went for the swim skirt for wedgie-free chasing. Not the most fashionable, but it made life so much easier. Plus, I didn't have to carry around a cover-up, so it was less to haul to the pool. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/post-partum-bodies-and-swimsuits#post-1574355 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 07:57:21 +0000 MrsTiz 1574355@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Adira: it's just a tank top, so you wear it over a bathing suit you already have..in other words, bottoms that make you feel comfortable! :) <a href="http://www.landsend.com/products/womens-swimmates-dot-adjustable-halter-cover-up-swim-cami/id_256233?sku_0=::ACD" rel="nofollow">http://www.landsend.com/products/womens-swimmates-dot-adjustable-halter-cover-up-swim-cami/id_256233?sku_0=::ACD</a> </p>