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what size maternity clothes should I buy?
Every pregnant woman puts on weight and changes shape at a slightly different rates and your need for specific maternity clothes will vary. Your pregnant stomach is likely to show earlier for subsequent pregnancies. However, as a general rule, the size labelling of maternity clothing is usually the same as non-maternity clothing - so if you were a size 12 before you got pregnant, look for maternity clothes labelled size 12. Please note that individual manufacturers may differ with size measurements.

hiring maternity wear
Some regions are lucky enough to have Maternity Wear Hire Services. These are particularly useful if you need a formal outfit for a wedding or evening function but don't really want to splash out on an expensive outfit that you are only likely to wear once. Maternity Hire Stores are specifically identified on each regional maternity wear page using the regional links below.

We have indicated in our listings if a store retails pre-loved items. Please note that because of the nature of pre-loved stores, the range of items in stock may vary.

Many of the stores listed also sell maternity accessories and gifts. Our page on pregnancy & baby boutiques is also a source of maternity accessories.

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