In Anticipation of “Mom Style”

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I’m not doing a ton of clothes shopping these days, given my rather large pregnant belly, but when I am shopping I’m trying to think a little smarter about what my wardrobe is going to be like as a mom.

I used to dress up everyday for work (usually jeans and a nice blouse), and almost always wore some kind of wedge or slightly dressy shoe.

Even though I owned my own business and worked privately, I felt professional being slightly dressed up.

So now, as I think about what my days may be like, I anticipate some changes in my wardrobe. I’ll be staying home with my son, but also working on blog. So, I could quite easily get away with wearing my “cozies” on the regular, but I don’t think that’s a really great habit to get into.

Plus, I really enjoy doing my hair, makeup, and picking out my outfit for the day so I think I would feel extra lazy if I completely neglected those things all together.

The biggest change will be with my shoes. There’s no need to wear wedges or any sort of dressy shoe if I’m going to be running errands and doing “casual” things. I’m transitioning down to flats and mini-wedges.

Since I’ll also be carrying around a diaper bag, I’ll grab my essentials and throw them in a little clutch. 

Unfortunately the majority of my jeans are too long for flats, since I wore them with wedges, so I may need to get a new pair (not sad about that). And frankly, I have no idea what’s going to happen to this extra junk in my truck, so I may need to buy a new pair to simply pull over my rear. We’ll see.

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Pre-baby style:
J. Crew Factory bootcut jeans

J. Crew Factory pleated top
Philip Lim Satchel from Target
Jeweliq Icicle Spikes necklace
Urban Outfitters Wedge (sold out)

Post-baby style:
J. Crew Factory Skinny Jean
Target Layering Jacket
J. Crew Factory T-shirt
Old Navy Flat
Bauble Bar Flathead Studs
Gap Leather Mini clutch

I’m enjoying a more casual daily outfit choice. It’s nice to be comfortable, but still feel pulled together. I think that will be my goal for this next phase.

But I’m sure there will be days of work out clothes and ponytails too. 

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Kacia Hosmer says · 11.20.13

yup! I wear those jeans almost every day! Annnnnd I think i’m going to order those studs– So cute!!

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Lisa Cuba says · 11.20.13

sounds good!

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Gowthami Sundaram says · 11.20.13

Cute!! Sounds good 🙂

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Ashley says · 11.20.13

Both looks are really cute!!!

xo,
Sincerely Miss Ash

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amber says · 11.20.13

I found that ballet flats are the easiest as a mom. I wear them everywhere. I like that I can put them on while holding a baby since I don’t need to use hands. They are super comfy but I feel pulled together.

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Kacey Batterton says · 11.20.13

Me, too! I have leopard ones and silver ones I wear a LOT!

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AmyA says · 11.20.13

Ditto!

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DanielleWoods91711 says · 11.20.13

I am so excited to “re-shop” my own closet. I am due about a week after you! Have a great day!

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Maggie says · 11.20.13

Lululemon – exercise attire cute enough to meet friends for lunch and play dates
Tieks – the most ahhhmazing flats ever. seriously, like walking on clouds
and earrings every day

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Joey says · 11.20.13

Yup. You’re definitely going to feel a shift in your wardrobe. It’s important too that all of your clothing be machine washable (even if you still choose to put cute outfits together)–you’d be surprise how many times a day you’ll end up having to change. I nannied for years, and while it was important to me to still look cute, it was even more important not to have a collection of ruined clothes on my hands. I kept a change of clothes (or two or three) in the car in case of emergencies. Which happened weekly! The shift to studded earrings and NO necklaces is huge. I had a baby nearly rip out one of my earrings last year (and we know you’ve been through that)!!

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bonnieshee says · 11.20.13

This was something I had to learn as well. I knew babe would need lots of changes. I didn’t anticipate that most of them would cause me to need a change as well!

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kristin says · 11.20.13

I am just finally starting to wear necklaces and dangling earings again. It’s great. Our youngest is now 2.5 yrs. I forgot how often I used to wear necklaces. I work in a professional office full time, but I still feel that I’ve been through a phase where I just don’t look as nice as I used to. Simply because I had found myself too exhausted in the early mornings to care. 5:15 rolls around, and all I want is 15 extra minutes of sleep! haha! I have definitely been in a funk. However, I feel the tides shifting, and I feel some of the old me coming back. 🙂

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Alison L says · 11.20.13

Totally agree with changing clothes (specifically shirts!) multiple times a day. Plus, when the baby starts crawling, you will spend a ton of time on the ground as well. It destroys the knees in your jeans, especially the dark wash ones. I started wearing yoga pants at home, and changing to jeans to leave the house. Live and learn!

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bonnieshee says · 11.20.13

As a new mom, I appreciate this post. My son was born in October, and I’m back at work this week, so a shower and decent clothes is much more of a priority. I let myself wear anything I wanted during maternity leave, and since I was nursing, many times it was just a sleep bra and stretchy pants for easy access (newborns nurse A LOT by the way). It’s been nice to pull it back together now, and it’s definitely doable, so don’t let anyone be the voice of discouragement about that. Shopping with babe…now that’s a whole different ballgame 🙂 Good luck!

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Lovely.Smitten says · 11.20.13

So smart to think ahead like this! To go with Maggie’s comment, some of Lululemon’s clothing can really pass for everyday wear. We actually have a woman in the office to wears their tops occascionally and we are definitely business casual workplace.

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Olivia Rickert says · 11.20.13

What a great change!! I can’t wait to see him! When’s he due again?!
http://www.theflippingintofashionblog.blogspot.com

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Kate says · 11.20.13

December 18th 🙂

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Tawny says · 11.20.13

It’s funny how things change when we become a moms. Yes, there will be days you wear pjs and ponytails. Just don’t let them out- weight the days you get yourself “ready”! My biggest regret after having babies was letting myself go. That’s how my blog started.My new motto is: Keeping the Glamor in Mommyhood!
Good luck, girl!

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Andrea Kay says · 11.20.13

I LOVE both looks 🙂 I just had my third little baby and have transitioned to stay-at-home mom as well. I have found that button-up shirts are now a staple due to their “easy access” for breastfeeding. Nothing worse that trying to awkwardly and conspicuously wrestle with feeding baby in public with an uncooperative shirt 😉 Also, Target now sells THE BEST nursing cami’s! I cannot even tell you how amazing they are! They are shape wear nursing cami’s, BRILLIANT!!! 🙂

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Vanessa says · 11.20.13

Targets nursing camis are definitely the best!! And the price is unbeatable. I don’t like the quality of the shape wear ones from Target as well – mine got lots of fuzz and pulled strings of fabric after the first wear, but I do LOVE the Gilligan O’Malley ones.

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Vanessa says · 11.20.13

The layers are a very practical option, especially if you are breastfeeding. If you are out, it’s easy to use the layering jacket as a makeshift cover plus it can dress up boring nursing tops should you be a fan of them. (I basically live in mine, but I can get away without a nursing bra since I am small-chested.) I for one am excited to see your post-baby style and posts about fashion, make up, and style from the viewpoint of a mom.

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cpalmisanodillard says · 11.20.13

I think the biggest challenge for me post baby was dress for breastfeeding ease. I had never realized that most of my clothes made it impossible without taking off a shirt or dress totally! And there is that weird period before you body bounces back when it’s just got a little bit extra here and there.

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Constance says · 11.20.13

You will be busy for sure and the nursing part is right on. My son was born back in September and he still nurses close to every two hours (breastfed when he is home). He is in daycare as I had to return back to work (I HATE it!). Most of my clothes were already machine washable so I am good on that front but my biggest issues is my hair. I don’t have extremely long hair but it takes time to fix it. It’s already been spit up in and pulled.

It is sooo worth it though! Enjoy that time when he is born, he will grow like a weed!

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Mama Fuss says · 11.20.13

A couple of things to remember about the post baby wardrobe. If you are breastfeeding, you may want to consider some button down shirts. And as far as jeans go… you may lose every bit of the pounds you gained… you may lose even a few extra, but that doesn’t mean your body will fit the same mold. With my first child, nursing upped my metabolism so much that I lost an additional 15 pounds – I was overweight when I got pregnant- but I still never fit in my favorite jeans because my hips seemed to have permanently spread.
I also HIGHLY recommend nursing tanks in lieu of a bra for those early days as they make nursing a little less exposing if you have to lift your shirt.

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lyndsay says · 11.20.13

My hips definitely changed. I had to shop different stores and styles.

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kristin says · 11.20.13

Agreed. I lost all my weight both times, but my pants never fit the same. It wasn’t necessarily bad, just different. And agreed on the nursing tanks, those things were lifesavers. I’d wear them for pajamas and during the day. I also could get away w/ no bra most times, since I don’t have much up there. It’s funny how breastfeeding (or bottle feeding for that matter) is just such a HUGE part of your life during the baby stage. It seems like when you are in the middle of it, you will be doing it forever. Now, looking back, it just seems like such a tiny blip in the radar. Sob, they grow too quickly!!!!

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Lindsey D says · 11.20.13

I agree on getting dressed in the mornings, even when you just stay at home. I always feel super lazy if I just wear my pjs all day. Also much of my wardrobe already looks like your post-baby outfits and I don’t even have children! lol

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Heather Jackson says · 11.20.13

Although I am not a mother (someday, hopefully!), I can personally attest to the slippery slope of loungewear on a daily basis. I worked from home for a year, and during that time I could go days without ever leaving the grounds of my apartment complex because well, I just didn’t need to. I would wear yoga pants and a sweatshirt or tank (depending on the season) everyday, no makeup and my long wet hair went up into a bun. It was rather nice to not have to worry about getting ready every morning, but there is something about putting in some effort that keeps you in check. If you aren’t taking care of yourself, you don’t notice when you put on a few pounds or go into a slump. A few months ago, I accepted a position working in the city again and it has made a HUGE difference! I look forward to getting up and putting together my outfits, doing my hair, makeup, etc. I even enjoy my commute into the city by reading (your blog and your sister’s!), catching up on email, etc. Follow your instincts and remember to put in a little extra time for yourself whenever possible.

Can’t wait to meet the little guy!!

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lyndsay says · 11.20.13

Not sure if you are planning on nursing but I lived in target nursing tanks and sleeper bras the first couple of weeks ( you are constantly needing to whip those things out!) Plus our local hospital had a breastfeeding resource center that would fit you for nursing bras. Hope thats helpful! I am expecting #3 🙂

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Angela Richardson says · 11.20.13

Definitely need easy boob access shirts when you are a new mom. I almost always wear a nursing tank under my shirts because I don’t feel so naked if i have to pull my shirt up to feed my son. Button downs are great or v-necks that have some stretch. I try to find things that won’t make me feel like I’m still in maternity clothes too. I buy as much “regular” clothes as I can that work for easy access 😉

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Worley Girl says · 11.20.13

ahhh, Mom Style really seems like an oxymoron for me most of the time. I have 3 kiddos, 14, 12 and 3. I also work full time. All 3 kids go to different schools at slightly different times…have to have 3 different lunches packed and some sort of breakfast served. I’m doing well to just get a bra and shoes on before making sure someone isn’t late. I do get up early so that I get a cup of coffee in me and a jumpstart on breakfast but the thought of an ‘outfit’ or anything other than a brush seems like a dream!

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Melissa says · 11.20.13

Something that really helped me in the initial post-baby period was secondhand shopping. My body was changing week to week after I had my babies and clothing was difficult. Going to thrift stores and consignment stores helped me dress my body through that weird period without spending oodles of money.

And girl, when you get back into your pre-baby jeans, get them hemmed! 🙂 Keep a pair or two of your favorites long for the times when you do dress up, but seriously, taking jeans to a tailor and getting them hemmed is super easy.

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Melissa says · 11.20.13

Oh! And I found this website for cute nursing clothes. I have one of the dresses and I love it. I still wear it even though I’m not nursing any more. http://www.milknursingwear.com/

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luminajd says · 11.20.13

Ditto, best.nursing.tops.ever. Forget Target. Spend a little more And get these, they lasted me through 3 kids. They are so cute and the way the open exposes very little boob.

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Tiffany says · 11.20.13

I just had a baby a few months ago. Your post baby wardrobe looks a lot like what I’ve been wearing. I do work outside the home two days a week so I get to dress up on those days, but when I’m home…or running around with little one its for sure layers; t-shirt, cardigan, skinnies, flats.

I do like Target nursing tanks, BUT I HATE the way the look under clothes. I wear them to bed or if I have an exceptionally lazy mom day. But, SOMA just added nursing bra’s to their line up. I’m in LOVE! They fit is AMAZING! I tried tons of nursing bras and nothing comes close to SOMA nursing bra. I’d also encourage you to wait until the baby arrives to invest in nursing bras…. my boobs are still two cup sizes bigger than they were at the end of pregnancy. *holy big boobies

and confession…four months post babe… I still reach for my gap maternity jeans. 🙂

Good luck!

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Megan says · 11.20.13

You will probably find that your mom style evolves over time. For me in the early stages, it was jeans, a nice regular t-shirt, and converse (which i totally still sport from time to time). It made me feel put together and a little hip at the same time and it was easy to be on the go. Then as my daughter got older, I transitioned into wanting to look nicer even if we weren’t going anywhere special so it was flats, jeans, a nice blouse or cardigan. It really does help to put yourself together every day. For me, it just helps me to get more accomplished during the day.

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Robert Gretchen says · 11.20.13

Chiming in on the nursing bras/tanks/shirts that button so you can easily nurse comments – and adding, one thing I would recommend on whatever that initial layer is – if you already have some that will work, great. If you need to get some, DON’T spend more money than you have to on them until you are out of the early early breastfeeding weeks, when you are leaky and there is tons of spitup and you are coating your nipples in lanolin on the reg’. Because all those things will stain the nipple area of your clothing, and you’ll find you can only ever wear those things as hidden layers from then on out. Or else you will just want to discard them. When the production and soreness are under control, some decent nursing pads will save you and this won’t be a big deal. But I ruined several tanks and nursing bras my first time around b/c I didn’t realize all that stuff was greasy or staining and wasn’t really washing out.

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Wendy says · 11.20.13

LOL at the GAP mini clutch…I haven’t been able to carry something that small since baby came.

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Kelly says · 11.20.13

ok so here’s the deal for those first two weeks…you will want a very easy waist band like a velour cozy pant or even your husbands flannel pj pants…I don’t know how your birth will be but I had two cesarean births and jeans weren’t gonna happen with an incision there…at least for those first two weeks. plus you mostly go into survival mode where you are just feeding, and sleeping and eating. go easy on yourself. there is literally NOTHING wrong with not getting out of your pjs for those first months…especially since it will be winter and the holidays…although I felt extremely “better” when I’d at least shower and put on clean cozy clothing…if you breastfeed that wrap will be great – it was a big shock to me those first couple of months…I am sure your mom will be there to help but you;ll be surprised how little you “get done” including hair and make up…but that’s ok. You will do great!

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Tia says · 11.20.13

Off subject but.. Do you know you can’t click on your photos on your posts anymore to enlarge them, it’s like the link is broken. It’s that way for a bit. On subject… You always look so put together and adorable I have no doubt you will rock the “Mom Style” 🙂

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Kate says · 11.20.13

Yep, I’m aware. I can’t host my images on Blogger anymore. Sorry for any trouble!

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wineryweddings says · 11.20.13

I am working full time and still pumping/nursing (baby girl is 5 months) and I’m lucky to be able to wear jeans to work, but since you’re going to be home, that won’t be an issue for you. Save your money – dont’ try to buy new jeans. Wear those maternity jeans until you can get back into your old jeans (And you WILL be able to! I promise!) And I agree with Melissa above – get your jeans hemmed! Again, much cheaper than buying new ones!!

I am trying to post for the thousandth time – every time I try to post my comment disappears! I hops this works!

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Claire Lubensky says · 11.20.13

I don’t know why so many people are saying the clutch is impractical! That is exactly what I use for the essentials from my purse (that I rarely carry), and there’s even a perfectly sized pocket in the diaper bag that I put it in. Plus, if I’m running an errand without my son, all I have to do is grab the clutch from the diaper bag and I’m good to go. Best of luck to you!

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Kate says · 11.20.13

That’s exactly what I’m thinking! 🙂

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by CJ says · 11.21.13

Couldn’t agree more- I switched from my coach purse to a clutch. It’s so much more practical to throw in the diaper bag and you always have what you need. If I’m going out with just my husband I’ll throw the clutch in the purse and I still have everything I need.

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Samantha says · 11.20.13

My baby is 4 weeks today and I have a 2 year old. I just went out and got some new casual cute things from target. I feel so much better about myself when I actually get up and get ready for the day. Things just go better around here when I don’t feel lazy! I’d love to see what you come up with when you transition!

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Hannah Simon says · 11.20.13

Weirdly enough, your ‘mom style’ looks a whole lot like my ‘single-lady-with-no-kids’ style. 😉 I have to dress fairly formal for work so my days off are all about not being fancy. Super cute for moms and single ladies!

Hannah

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Me Sweet says · 11.20.13

That was good!

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Jessica says · 11.20.13

I love this post! Both outfits are adorable. Keeping yourself put together after baby comes is definitely possible,and I would even say- important. Some people made me feel like it was going to be impossible, but it’s not! In the midst of sleepless nights, hormones, and recovering from childbirth, a nice hot shower, something cute to slip into, and a little bit of make up felt really good. You’re going to do great!

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Melanie Allen says · 11.20.13

You are right on track with your picks! Until my son was a year old, I didn’t wear necklaces or any earrings but studs. I also didn’t wear any perfume. Such an exciting time for you! Can’t wait to see your style evolve in motherhood.

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Shannon says · 11.20.13

I so wish my dressing up for work could be jeans and a blouse! You always look so put together. Loved your pre-baby looks and im sure I’ll love your post-baby looks!

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Alyssa says · 11.20.13

I love your blog and I am excited to see how it will change after baby. 🙂 I am looking forward to more mommy posts like this one!

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Meggie @ My Grace-Full Life says · 11.20.13

I love both of these looks! As a relatively new mom myself I have found ballet flats and toms are good choices for a fashionable on the go mom as well.
One thing I did learn though is at least while you are breastfeeding/in the newborn stage, maybe not to invest in clothes that you care about too much because it seems like everything gets stained somehow. Stains that are hard to get out. From spit up to poop to nipple cream, etc it seems I never went a day without getting something on me in the baby stage!
Best wishes!

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azwyattfamily says · 11.20.13

Yes, yes you will! And if you’re planning to breast feed, you’ll also find your tops wardrobe limited to either blousy enough to throw over baby or necklines that will accommodate popping the girls out of! And I am super excited to see some mommy hairstyles hit your tutorials! I mean, many of your more simple ones are pretty quick to put up, but I’m talking the “oh shoot, I need to go to the store this very minute and I’m covered in puke and poop but tics like to look semi human” hairstyles. Lol. Praying for you as you enter these last special weeks!

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Missy F says · 11.20.13

I love your idea of post baby wear, totally do-able! The yoga pants & pony tail habit is hard not to fall into, but honestly after awhile I found it pretty depressing. I have Mom friends who think I’m nuts, but I make time to do my hair & makeup every day because it makes me feel human ; ) I highly recommend spending some $$ on comfy, light weight cardigans and going cheap on things like tee shirts b/c like other people have said stains are un-avoidable and cardis make a great way to cover them LOL! I also love colorful/patterned scarves b/c the make a cotton tee look like an outfit & are a great way to hide big-ole leaky boobs (too much sharing!? haha!) You always look adorable, can’t wait to see how your style evolves.

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Kristen Nicole says · 11.20.13

What a great post! I agree with you. Its nice to still make the effort to wear normal clothes and not live in yoga pants everyday! You go!

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Heather says · 11.20.13

Both are so cute! The post-pregnancy outfit looks super comfy though. I basically was a flat-only-type-of-girl until I found your blog…you always made them look dressy-casual. I have a couple of different pairs of wedges now, but I just feel overdressed wearing them with jeans! I’m trying to get used to it because they’re really not all “that” dressy. But I’ve found a little wedge to be much more comfortable than most flats because they have more support.

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Christina MC says · 11.20.13

It’s great to have a plan but also be okay if it doesn’t happen. That goes for your birth plan as well as everything after. Take time to just snuggle and get to know your new little guy. If that means jammies for the first month then that’s ok. If you find time to get ready everyday then more power to you. The newborn phase of motherhood is hard, precious, never-ending due to sleep deprivation and yet fleeting. Whatever works for you, is what will be best for your new family.

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Christina MC says · 11.20.13

It’s great to have a plan but also be okay if it doesn’t happen. That goes for your birth plan as well as everything after. Take time to just snuggle and get to know your new little guy. If that means jammies for the first month then that’s ok. If you find time to get ready everyday then more power to you. The newborn phase of motherhood is hard, precious, never-ending due to sleep deprivation and yet fleeting. Whatever works for you, is what will be best for your new family.

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Christina MC says · 11.20.13

It’s great to have a plan but also be okay if it doesn’t happen. That goes for your birth plan as well as everything after. Take time to just snuggle and get to know your new little guy. If that means jammies for the first month then that’s ok. If you find time to get ready everyday then more power to you. The newborn phase of motherhood is hard, precious, never-ending due to sleep deprivation and yet fleeting. Whatever works for you, is what will be best for your new family.

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Natalie says · 11.20.13

you might like these: http://www.blowfishshoes.com/ItemServlet?op=LKP&id=5124&op=SEL&cat=67&subcat=254 I have them in the earth color and they pretty much go with everything. They are really comfy and the company has excellent customer service! I just bought these: http://www.blowfishshoes.com/ItemServlet?op=LKP&id=5331&op=SEL&cat=67&subcat=256 because I am back working in a professional environment. I can still hold both babies in this size heel so they work out pretty well. Your body will probably be different post baby (your feet may even be bigger – mine grew by 1/2 size) so it’s good you are accepting and anticipating that. My belly skin is still stretched out from the twins but everything else has pretty much gone back to normal. I just look for silhouettes that cinch in under my bust a bit and then flare out a bit to give extra room around my tummy. I also dress in layers so that the layers camouflage the bits I don’t want sticking out.

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dawn says · 11.20.13

Hey Kate,
I am a mom of 2 boys (4 and almost 2) but I am also a working mom so I am forced to get done up every day. I wanted to let you know that I found you while I was on maternity leave with my youngest child and you helped me to get done up everyday which helped me to feel so much better about myself. There still are days where I might do a ponytail and comfies while I am at home but 99% of the time I at least do my hair (in a cute Kate updo), makeup, & put on real pants (like jeans). I wear heels everyday even if I am just running errands and did the same on maternity leave. Just because you are a mom doesn’t mean you can’t be a stylish one!!!

Also on the breastfeeding topic (which I believe you said you wanted to try). I breastfed both of my boys for a year. I did not buy a single nursing top other than nursing bras and a few tank tops. I mainly bought normal camis to wear under my shirts. This allowed me to pull up my outer shirt (without my belly showing), pull down the top of my cami, and unhook my nursing bra. I was much more comfortable this way and could wear all of my normal clothes. Some of the camis got stretched out but where very easy to replace.

Good luck with your little man!! I know you will love being a mom!!

Take Care

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MamaBear says · 11.20.13

I wish you the best in developing your mommy style, and hope you will share with us any tips you discover for quick mommy hair and makeup.

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little things and elephants says · 11.20.13

I love those flats, especially the color it goes with so many outfits!

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Jena and Zac says · 11.20.13

I think the biggest change in my wardrobe has been that I gravitate toward the washable. Even with a two-yr-old who isn’t drooling or spitting up anymore, there aren’t many days that go by that a nose doesn’t get wiped on my shirt. I can still wear a silky/nice top, but I spend more time in easily washed wear. Anthropologie has great tops all the time that are t-shirt type material but mix different patterns and colors, making me feel fashionable but also super easy to throw on without much thought. They are always on sale for 30ish dollars (ex: http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/shopsale-tees/28980969.jsp?cm_sp=Fluid-_-28980969-_-Large_11)

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Melissa Hoekstra says · 11.20.13

You should look into undercover mama. They are undershirts that connect to a nursing bra. I loved this with both my boys for 2 main reasons. 1-your belly isn’t sticking out while you nurse/you can wear it under anything. And 2. They were both born in the winter and it added a nice extra layer.

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Megan Jones-Smith says · 11.20.13

Cute outfits! As a SAHM to two boys (one 3 years, the other 3 months) I agree that spending the time to get just a little dressed up is really important. For me it’s time actually spent on me – even if it’s just 10 minutes! – an otherwise rare commodity in these parts 😉

Two things to keep in mind. If you’re going to breastfeed, easy access is important. I don’t really like nursing tanks, but I do wear a lot of just regular gap & old navy ones (bonus if they have a built-in shelf bra). V-necks also give much better mileage than crew necks. As for shoes, I live in ballet flats and booties, depending on the weather. Since I pretty much always have a baby in my hands they have to go on & off easily, so I avoid any kind of buckles or laces.

I’m looking forward to seeing how your “mommy look” comes together once baby arrives. I’m sure I’m going to be inspired!

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Lindsay Himmer says · 11.20.13

1. I also like undercover mama as I see others have mentioned

2. A note about postpartum bodies. I knew that I wouldn’t be my same size in close, especially pants right away but what I did not anticipate is even once you get back to the same size your body is different. I loved a certain fit of jeans from gap before I had a baby and now they are no longer flattering on my body and I had to find a new fit that worked better. So my advice to you is, wait till you have your baby to buy new pants!

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Victoria says · 11.20.13

So glad this is something you’ve thought about! I hate to see women that have children and then immediately chop off their hair and wear sweats because they think they don’t have time. I always think that dressing up and putting myself together always makes me feel better, and look better too! Love the choices you have planned out thus far!

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Brenda Pandos says · 11.20.13

I’m glad to see people have mentioned how your shape changes. Larger boobs and wider belly/hips/thighs will affect your style. I wore my maternity things for a long while afterward. Things to consider: you may not take off the baby weight right away. I couldn’t until my sleeping schedule became more normalized (normal? Yeah, what’s that?) And that took a long time as my second didn’t sleep through the night until he was 3-1/2 and without sleep, losing weight is impossible. But stretchy waists go a long way until you can fit into your jeans again, if you can fit. Just don’t plan to much now…

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Anita Finn says · 11.20.13

I do not want to discourage you in any way. No one really knows how their body is going to be post baby…heck, my body was different after my first and then there were changes after my second. It is quite the guessing game. The best thing to remember is not to get hung up on the numbers on the scale or the number of those new jeans. It doesn’t matter, especially while you are snuggling your sweet little guy! Everyone wants to look cute when they are out and about with their baby…if they say they don’t they are flat out lying…but there are going to be times when you’ll be lucky if you ran a brush through your hair 🙂 But those will be the days that you’ll look back on and laugh. Hey I was excited on the days when I was able to put my baby in the bouncy seat in the bathroom while I took a shower 🙂

One of the funniest things that seems to happens to a new mom is you get all dressed and get out the door and excited to be somewhere on time only to look down and realize there is spit-up on your blouse…and you think how in the heck did that happen? Lol!! You might want to pack an extra shirt for yourself in that diaper bag 🙂

One thing to keep in mind is that it can take your body 6 months to a year to regulate back to pre-baby. I’m not talking about weight distribution I’m talking about the hormone part. I think you are very smart to consider layers! One moment you may be cold and then you may have a mini hot flash and think it’s 100 degrees. If you do plan to nurse layers are definitely a must.

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Cathy Smith says · 11.20.13

I haven’t read through all the comments, but I am just GUESSING that there is going to be a lot of people telling you their opinion about not wearing make-up or doing your hair or even taking a shower after your little boy is finally here. And I just want to assure you that if you want those things to be goals for you (they were for me too) they CAN happen. I never went a day without showering after my son came a year ago (except maybe ONE day when I was really sick) and I did my make-up every day and did my hair often enough. I feel so much more put together when I feel I look nice and I still had time to do that after my son was born. I just wanted to encourage you because a lot of people told me the same things about not showering and wearing sweatpants every day. Good luck! The excitment begins. 🙂

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nick&abby says · 11.20.13

you’ll have to let us know if you give in to the yoga pants 😉 I never thought I would, but after baby #2…I got sucked in! 😉 (not literally, although I wish!)

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Jennifer Cross says · 11.20.13

I’d say to allow yourself some days to be more dressed down but to not take that too far. Your husband loves you for you–inside and out–but remember that he loves your sexiness and beauty too. Even when I am super casual at home, I choose curve hugging, comfy clothes and put on a dash of make up and spray a little perfume to keep him interested 😉 Just bc you’re a mom doesn’t mean you stop being a wife to your hot stud! The best thing you can do for your son is to make sure he has a happy mom and dad who love each other.

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Sarah Goodman says · 11.20.13

you will be living in nursing tanks!!

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Michelle Ash Latham says · 11.20.13

Both outfits look great — I’m sure you’ll be a stylin’ new mama 🙂

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kirsti says · 11.20.13

When your ready to do some post baby shopping check out h&m for their Pima cotton tshirts! You can’t beat $12.95 for a long sleeve shirt, they also had some cute 3/4 length sleeved ones! I love the new layering casual look you will be going for! Also check out toms, not as easy to put on as ballet flats with babe in your arms, but they are definitely cute and comfy! (I love my sequin ones!)

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Megan {Willow Way Blog} says · 11.21.13

I swear by a little clutch to throw in my diaper bag and flats are a must – I have a huge collection now. I love, love, love the nursing tanks from Liz Lange with a draped cardigan – mom staple!!

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Nadine Skinner says · 11.21.13

I love both outfits posted! As a stay at home mom of three, I never gave up wearing wedges (and even heels). Being a stay at home mom doesn’t mean you have to change your style! You will figure it out along the way though. Good luck!

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Aaryn Rubin says · 11.21.13

You’ll also have to change up your accessories as necklace and earrings become easy targets!

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megan j says · 11.21.13

I really love Danskos. I am a nurse and wear them everywhere…work and home. These are super comfy, look great with anything and are the perfect shoe.
http://www.zappos.com/dansko-maryjane-espresso-oiled-full-grain?ef_id=Uo2anQAABXwzRAUs:20131121053109:s

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AlyInASpin says · 11.21.13

Hi Kate! Don’t pack away your maternity clothes just yet. I was still wearing them for a month. No earrings and necklaces, and loose tops for breast feeding. The first few weeks are a blur so don’t beat yourself up too much about looking glamorous. I love your blog and am excited for you! Xx

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Jo says · 11.21.13

That’s a cute outfit. It’s really hard to tell what kind of clothing you will get once the baby is born. I think everyone has expectations about what having a baby is going to be like and what their day is going to be like and with every kid it’s different. Some kids spit up a lot, some kids don’t (this will def impact your choice of clothing). Some kids cooperate to allow you more time to get ready, other scream and cry until they are picked up (it is very interesting trying to get dressed while holding a baby). I’m just saying be open to changing your plans, life with a baby is never ever what anyone expects and you have to roll with the punches. Also, a side note, I wouldn’t buy any serious amount of clothing for “post baby” until a few months after the baby is born. Your body is still changing and adjusting. It doesn’t usually even out until 3 or 4 months out. I wish you luck with everything, it is an adjustment (and it doesn’t get easier after the first one), so just take it one day at a time. 🙂

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R2P2 says · 11.21.13

I would recommend buying jeans in 1 size larger than your pre-pregnancy size. Right now I am so tired of wearing yoga pants everywhere, but I am 8 weeks post-baby and just a little too tight in my pre-prego jeans but my maternity jeans are FALLING off of me. It leaves me in this limbo of perpetually wearing stretchy/yoga pants. While I am a stay-at-home mommy, I do have some occasions to get out and not look like I’m on my way to the gym/rolling out of bed. Pants just one size larger would let me regain something of a normal look and make me feel good about myself when I start to get too small for them as the baby weight comes off! lol So, my advice: have stretchy/forgiving pants (or dresses!) AND 1 pair of sized-up jeans for getting out.

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R2P2 says · 11.21.13

also, I totally agree on the clutch!! Makes perfect sense. Having the clutch keeps all YOUR essentials (credit card, ID, etc) in one place inside the diaper bag!

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