Don't just buy a bigger bra.  Buy a "maternity" bra.  Seems like buying a larger size bra would be an easy solution a bigger cup size is not the solution. The fabric may fit around your enlarged breasts, but the design and construction of a fashion bra doesn't provide the support necessary for a pregnant or nursing woman.

Maternity is the the period during pregnancy and shortly after childbirth. Maternity apparel is worn by women in some cultures as an adaptation to changes in body size during pregnancy.  It is important to wear a comfortable maternity bra during pregnancy.

Wearing a supportive maternity bra or nursing bra during pregnancy has several benefits.  Two primary beneficial factors include:

• a supportive bra may reduce the stretching of breast tissue in turn reducing the chance of stretch marks and sagging breasts.

• proper breast support will help elevate back tension, stress, and pain.

For many a mom-to-be, the moment of truth comes at about 16 weeks. That's when your breasts, in preparation for their feeding duties, begin to outgrow your everyday bras.

After selecting your maternity bra, buy more than one. Experts say it's important to have at least two or three and launder them often for optimum health benefits.

Consider purchasing nursing bras. They offer the same support as a maternity bra, and they have openings to feed the baby through. You may save yourself some money by going this route, even if feeding your baby seems a long way off.

We suggest that you also visit pregnancy magazine websites and read books on the various aspects of pregnancy.  You should certainly read additional guides about the best maternity bras.  Make sure to take your time and do plenty of research.

Learn about nursing bras.

If you want to be stylish & comfortable you should wear your favorite maternity bra today.

You may find out bra glossary to be of interest.

Learn more about maternity fashion in our fashion terminology section.