DRESSING FOR TWO Size up the situation
Just because pregnant women temporarily lose their waists doesn't mean they have to sacrifice their fashion sense. The May issue of InStyle magazine includes several features on pregnancy and baby style. Editors' tips on shopping for maternity clothes include:
Pace yourself. Buying maternity clothes is an ongoing process. Most women don't need "maternity" garments until the third month -- although many buy regular clothes in larger sizes before that. The clothes bought during the second trimester might not fit until the end, so there might be another shopping trip closer to the due date.
Hit the lingerie department. Typically a pregnant woman goes up a cup size and her rib cage expands, so new bras are needed. Then comes the nursing bras.
Plan on a little post-pregnancy shopping. New mothers shouldn't feel too pressured to fit into their old jeans right after the baby is born. Instead, buy a couple of new and comfortable transition pieces.