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05.23.08, 09:03 AM Expecting
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Serious question: how did you dress during early pregnancy to avoid looking pregnant before you were ready to announce it? Only 6 weeks here and boobs are heavy and there's some bigtime bloating going on despite all the water I'm consuming. Any advice? Tia [ Reply | Watch | Flag ]
Expecting 05.23.08, 09:03 AM Flag
 

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I was lucky - it was winter, so just wore looser sweaters - try slightly looser but not voluminous clothing [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.23.08, 09:04 AM Flag
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op:need to go shopping for a few pieces! Right now my jackets look snug across the chest and my faces looks puffy too. Maybe I feel self-conscious. Just don't want to discuss it with anyone until later. I hope I just look fat!!! Want to hug this pg to myself for a while, you know? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.23.08, 09:11 AM Flag
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baby doll styles are still very much in fashion [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.23.08, 09:05 AM Flag
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op:trouble is they make me look pregnant! It's the boobs. Good thing is I can maybe buy some babydoll things for maternity wear later... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.23.08, 09:13 AM Flag
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Yes, but they make everyone look pregnant, so that's your excuse! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.23.08, 09:36 AM Flag
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op:true! I guess I can live with people thinking that I made a bad fashion choice!!!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.23.08, 09:43 AM Flag
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I'm almost twelve weeks, with #2, and this has been a huge problem for me (was not, with first pregnancy). I'm already really sticking out, so all my pants are uncomfortable, and my stomach is visible in anything clingy. Making it worse: I'm the ed in chief of a magazine, so manage a whole staff, and really don't want anyone to know. Plus, have to look great every day. Basically I've been wearing Empire waist dresses--very much in style, thankfully--or loose shifts, with great shoes (not super-high heels, but wedges or 2-inch slingbacks, Corso Como or such), and little cardigans. Bought a great sleeveless cotton one at The Gap (plain black, can be dressed up or dressed down), and have a couple of knit ones from Forever 21 (didn't want to spend a ton of money, b/c knew I'd soon be in maternity), and another from Zachary's Smile, on Lafayette. I've been wearing the same things over and over, but figure, who cares... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.23.08, 09:13 AM Flag
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op:thanks and congrats! I'm a 32D normally and can't always wear empire waisted dresses/tops. Do have a few though. tRouble is that my boobs are now really 'full' and uncomfortable and I seem to be having a problem with water retention! Drinking loads of water, avoiding salty foods etc. Still, mirror tells me I look more pregnant than I want to look, and clothes are way too snug. Thank you though. I think you must look fab! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.23.08, 09:17 AM Flag
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or: I completely understand. I'm normally a 32C (which sounds big, but I'm actually kind of small) and am now up to a 32D, but for me the problem is really more the stomach. It's so bad that two weeks ago--despite the empire waist--a mom at my son's school said to another mom, "Oh, I didn't realize she was pregnant!" (And I was only 9.5 weeks.) I'm kind of a small person, so that might be why, but still! One thing I'd say is, it's actually gotten a little better (the bloating) in the last week or so. So you may feel better soon. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.23.08, 09:49 AM Flag
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op:goodness, how did you react to the other mom's comment? I would have died! I really don't want to share this news yet (history of mcs and don't want dd to know until later if at all possible) . My stomach is big too (a little flabby to begin with but never bothered me too much). Good to know that the bloating will get better (like week 10-11?!) Last pg was symptom free as I recall. Thanks. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.23.08, 09:56 AM Flag
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It was winter for me too so I wore a lot of big sweaters. I'm a 32DD normally so I totally understand the empire waist thing. I "came out" at work a lot earlier than I had planned b/c by 14 weeks I just felt HUGE and was already wearing maternity pants. I would try to buy some of the underbelly maternity pants and wear longer shirts to cover your belly. Unfortunately, not much you can do about the big boobs and puffy face. GL! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.23.08, 09:23 AM Flag
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op:thanks! re. the underbelly pants, when did you start wearing them? My jeans feel tight but don't know if it's only for now or if I'm going to need maternity pants soon. Wish I could get away with those empire tops because they're everywhere and would make my life easier in terms of getting dressed everyday. Wish I could wear sweaters or keep a jacket on but it's getting warmer already. Tia [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.23.08, 09:34 AM Flag
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I started wearing the underbelly pants at about 12 weeks. Pea in the pod had some nice lightweight wool ones that looked identical to the ones I wear normally. I am still wearing them but starting to outgrow them a bit (now 24 weeks). I bought my jeans at 13 weeks b/c I knew I'd need a week to get them hemmed the way I like. I bought them at Bellydance and bought a size too big based on the input of the sales woman. I really regretted it at first, but now I am SO relieved. They fit great and are still comfortable. I also bought some of those belly bands around 12 weeks but only used them for a week or two. They were helpful but I was more comfortable in the maternity pants than trying to fake my own. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.23.08, 09:53 AM Flag
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op:thanks, you're being very helpful and I appreciate it. Re. the belly bands, do you think I could get away with one now? Wear jeans a lot (sahm) and the currently snug fit I'm experiencing is giving me a muffintop. Will try and go shopping next week to try on empire waist tops (cringing!) and hopefully I'll find something that suits me. I know I they're out there (empire waist tops/dresses for big boobed women) but haven't had much luck, since the trend started, to find them on my infrequent shopping trips. Bella bands (just googled them) sound intriguing (didn't use them last time) but not sure how effective or how visible they'll be? Tia [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.23.08, 10:02 AM Flag
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The belly band are perfect for that. I would wear my pants unbuttoned and use a ponytail holder just to hold the button in place. Then I'd put the belly band over so I didn't look completely ridiculous. I just wore tops that were long enough to cover everything or that would look like I had a tank top on if you happen to see the belly band [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.23.08, 10:07 AM Flag
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op:thank you - this sounds like a good solution for me since I do wear tanks! Last question (you're being soooo patient!):can I just order this online or better to try on at a store? Tia [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.23.08, 10:12 AM Flag
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If I remember they were one size fits all or just simple sizing (like S,M,L). They are really stretchy so ordering online should be fine. I bought mine in a store but never tried them on. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.23.08, 10:20 AM Flag
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op:thank you! Btw, did you already have your baby? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.23.08, 10:32 AM Flag
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Don't know if you're still watching but I have to go. Just wanted to say congratulations, and thanks for the help/advice. :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.23.08, 11:19 AM Flag
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