The Family Groove Belly Files

THE BELLY FILES
MATERNITY FASHION'S HOTTEST HOUSES TALK SHOP-PING

Looking and feeling pretty, oh so pretty isn't always easy when your belly is a-swelling. A lot of times
mamas-to-be resort to oversized (read: frumpy) clothes (read: their husband's), feeling as out of touch
with the latest styles and how to wear them as they do with their growing bodies.

THE FAMILY GROOVE is here to say that you don't have to sacrifice style for the next nine plus months—
and you don't have to spend a fortune to do so either. Each month, we'll give you the skinny on the
hippest bump styles à la mode straight from the fashion experts who created them.



Boob Maternity and Nursing Wear founder Mia Seipel gives expectant and new mothers tips on looking hot all through the warm months.

FROCK-N-ROLL
Dresses are this season's must-have. They're so comfortable and so easy, and you can dress them up or down with a quick change of shoes and accessories. Dresses are also a great look to don when transitioning back to your pre-baby body.

The Maternity Dress with Square Neck is my all-time favorite piece because it is so multi-functional. Wear it as an over-the-knee dress just as it is or pair it with a pair of great-fitting jeans like our straight cut B•Low or capri-length B•Fifty. This dress transitions easily for a night out with the simple addition of a dramatic necklace and strappy sandals.

For a sleek silhouette, I love our Maternity Long Dress, available in solid black or tone-on-tone gray. This dress is cut to make the most of your curves. And the best thing about it is that you will look fantastic whether you pair it with flip-flops or high heels.

The Maternity Sundress is another favorite. In a lovely soft fabric of cotton/Lycra you will feel as comfortable as possible and at the same time look fabulous. The pockets give the dress a cool and contemporary look.

IT'S ALL IN THE JEANS
While dresses certainly are the focus this season, your wardrobe would not be complete without a great pair of jeans. For a fun, casual look, pair our super feminine B•Fifty cropped jeans with a great looking top like the Camisole with Drawstring in a fun bold color like bright purple or try the breezy Maternity Swagger Top. Just add a pair of wedge sandals and you’re set for a fun night out with your sweetie. Or why not go green and choose the new B•Low Organic Jeans in organic cotton. This season, you'll look fabulous and fresh in a pair of straight cut jeans in a cool raw blue denim.

NURSE, BABY!
I know firsthand how important it is for nursing moms to find comfortable nursing clothes that are also stylish and fun. Try our striped Nursing Mini Dress—it looks great on its own, but for more coverage wear it as a tunic over a pair of straight cut jeans.

For tops this season, there are plenty of options, from tank style to ones with three-quarter sleeves. Our Nursing Camisole is a very stylish piece that's perfect for everyday errands. The Nursing Short Tunic is a beautiful top with a flattering V-neck and slightly puffed three-quarter sleeves. This top is perfect for any occasion, from a spring garden party to a girl’s night out.

My motto: Don’t sacrifice fashion for function when you can have both.

For more information or to find a retailer near you, please visit www.boobdesign.com.