THE best maternity underwear might not be the first thing you consider after seeing those two lines appear on a test, but as you progress through pregnancy they’re essential to keep comfortable while on the go. 

Maternity underwear comes in all shapes and sizes, under-the-bump, over-the-bump, briefs or shorties. Your decision should be based on personal preference but it’s worth considering how seams and material will impact you during pregnancy. 

It’s not just your shape that will change, your skin may be more sensitive and your body temperature higher, so be sure to find a style that will allow you to carry on with all life throws at you. 

These ultra-soft, under-bump bikini bottoms offer comfort without pressure. The cross-over fit ensures they sit snugly and securely under your bump, particularly important if you’re carrying lower. 

They’re also available in a range of colours and designs to find a design that suits you. 

You might be pregnant, but if you’re dressing up for an important event, you’ll still want sleek lines and the added security of shapewear. 

This seamless shapewear will give you a smooth silhouette without compromising on comfort thanks to the soft, breathable fabric. 

It’s suitable for all stages of pregnancy and is available in a range of colours.

These maternity briefs are made from the softest microfibre with no seams, to ensure even those with the most sensitive skin are comfortable throughout pregnancy. 

The over-bump fit will offer support fitting securely throughout your pregnancy and these briefs are available in two colours. 

These over-bump knickers are made of a soft and stretchy blend of nylon and spandex and have an adjustable waistband, ensuring support throughout pregnancy for your growing bump.

As well as offering great stretch, these knickers are breathable and skin-friendly, ensuring comfort while giving you sleek lines. They’re also available in a range of colours. 

These under-bump shorts are made from 100% cotton with a classic v-shaped cross that fits perfectly below your bump to ensure comfort. 

The stretchy fabric ensures they will fit perfectly throughout pregnancy, delivering comfort and support throughout the day and night.

A foldable design will give you control over-bump coverage, allowing you to pull up for extra support or fold down when you’re looking for looser comfort.

The cotton-spandex blend of these Intimate Portal bikini-style knickers offers a stretch that will ensure they last throughout your pregnancy.

There’s no need to compromise while pregnant and Calvin Klein have designed these maternity knickers in the style of their classic stretch-jersey briefs. 

These have a high-waisted, high-rise fit to ensure mums-to-be are kept comfortable throughout pregnancy. 

These highly-rated maternity briefs from George at Asda prove that comfort throughout pregnancy doesn’t need to break the bank. 

The smooth, stretch fabric will deliver support and comfort whether you are in your first trimester or third. 

These lace trim maternity shorts prove maternity underwear can be both pretty and practical. 

Made from soft cotton with a hint of stretch, these knickers are gentle on sensitive skin and available in both black and white. 

H&M’s high-waisted biker shorts offer the ultimate in support, in a stretch fabric with reinforcement at the front and lower back. 

The shorts have been designed with the minimum number of seams for a comfortable feel against the skin. 

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