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Undergoing the wild emotional and physical changes that pregnancy brings can be overwhelming. Your body is changing rapidly, and your wardrobe is changing right along with it. Feeling uncomfortable in what you're wearing can be a real struggle while you're creating another human life inside of you, especially when you're concerned that too-tight clothing might be unsafe for your unborn child. Take for example maternity tights — are maternity tights safe?
The answer is yes, maternity tights are perfectly safe to wear while pregnant. In fact, wearing maternity tights that contain gradient compression in their hosiery can actually benefit you while pregnant. Wearing compression leggings during pregnancy can help you combat the uncomfortable side effect of varicose veins.
"As a pregnancy advances, the body needs to produce hormones that make tissues and ligaments relax, so that, later on, the baby can pass through the birth canal," Hive Health Media wrote. "These hormones also affect leg veins they cause the vein wall muscles to unwind. This makes the vein naturally expand, which augments the risk of them becoming varicose." Aside from being uncomfortable, varicose veins can also become a serious concern during pregnancy, as they sometimes lead to phlebitis and skin damage.Leg Luxe
That's where compression tights come in handy. Compression tights can ease the discomfort and combat the swelling of varicose veins while pregnant.
Although compression leggings can help with varicose veins, some women are concerned that wearing tight clothing during pregnancy can effect their child negatively. Wearing tight clothing, including compression leggings, maternity tights, and more, won't harm your baby. They can however, have a few adverse effects on you. Livestrong reported that the California Pacific Medical Center's Women & Infants Center found that wearing tight fitting clothing could lead to heartburn and acid reflux during pregnancy. It can also lead to reduced blood circulation, and in early pregnancy that can contribute to experiencing low blood pressure.
The most important thing to take into consideration? Your comfort. If you're comfortable in your leggings, tights, or Spanx — then feel free to wear them whenever you please. Your baby won't mind.
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Is it safe to wear tights during pregnancy?
Yes, it's fine for you to wear tights when you’re pregnant.
Once you have a bump, you may prefer to wear maternity tights instead of ordinary ones. Some brands have shaped panels that cradle your bump and support it as it grows.
Most tights are made from synthetic fabrics, which can make you sweat. Thrush thrives in warm, moist conditions, so wearing tights may mean you're more likely to develop it. If you do, here are some natural remedies that may help.
Look for tights with a high blend of cotton or a cotton gusset. If you're prone to thrush, try not to wear tights every day. Leggings made from all-natural fibres such as cotton, bamboo or hemp may feel more comfortable, especially in the summer.
Hold-up stockings are another alternative to tights. However, they can irritate varicose veins, which are a common pregnancy niggle.
If you do have varicose veins, full-length maternity tights may actually help. This is because the extra support can ease your discomfort and swelling.
Some mums-to-be find that over-the-bump tights make their bump feel itchy. In this case, choose a pair of maternity tights that sit on your hips.
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....Perfect Maternity Tights
Not the sexiest item of fashion to talk about here but a necessary one for all those pregnant fashionistas out there (and Mrs C of course who may well be in search of some maternity tights as her bump grows). I'm not pregnant now but during both my pregnancies I was ever grateful to the shop assistant in Wolford who directed me to the best tights ever for pregnant tums.....WOLFORD FATAL 50.
They are not cheap at £23 a pair but they are worth every penny. They come in 4 colours, a whole host of sizes and are mid-opaque. They are super silky to touch and wash really well. Best of all is the mesh at the top of the tights which creates a "no lines" appearance under clothing.
What can I say, Wolford thank you!
Jx
Ps The best tip was when the Wolford shop assistant told me to wear them back-to-front. The mesh panel is even wider at the back so gives even more support.
Pss Dont even think about hold-ups. Your skin is very sensitive during pregnancy and the rubber edging will probably bring you out in a rash.
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I received a pair of Preggers Maternity Pantyhose from Spring Maternity Singapore last month and I have been wearing this 10-15mmHg* gradient compression hosiery for quite a while. Preggers Maternity Pantyhose is designed to improve circulation, prevent swelling and energize tired legs and feet during pregnancy.
This product features true gradient compression and is designed for everyday wear by expecting mums.
6 facts about Preggers 10-15mmHG* Gradient Compression Hosiery you may not know:
1) True gradient compression delivers a controlled amount of pressure greatest at the ankle and gradually decreases towards the top of the stocking to promote better blood flow
2) Built-in tummy support panel provides a sense of stability for active mommas and can be worn folded under belly and unfolded to cover belly
3) Super soft material is breathable and provides shaping support
4) Toe is reinforced for durability and rounded for comfortable fit
5) Micro-Cool process creates a wicking effect so moisture evaporates from the skin quickly providing a comfortable coolness
6) Smooth seams that will not dig into tummy or show under clothes
I'm currently in my ninth month of pregnancy, 36 weeks plus. In my last month of pregnancy, my days have becoming crazily hectic. Not only I need to set up a prefect nursery for my little princess who is coming to the world in 2-3 weeks time but I have been running back and forth to the hospital for my son's health reviews & my own doctor appointments.
Running errands in final stage of pregnancy can be really tiring, especially when I was required to sit or stand for long periods of time. Besides, it's pretty normal for me to feel discomforts of swelling or fatigue during pregnancy. I believe that is also part of a pregnancy a woman needs to go through (lucky you if you have never experience any of the discomforts!!) However, after being introduced to Preggers Maternity Pantyhose by Spring Maternity (thank you!!) (I didn't know previously there's such a maternity pantyhose product) I realized I could actually do something about my tired achy legs. Something CAN be done! And I don't have to suffer from tired & achy legs in my final trimester! So, here I am trying the product I didn't know existed previously and hoping it helps to energize my legs :)
My legs are not veiny (that's one good thing!) I can barely see veins running through my legs but at 36 weeks plus pregnant, I can no longer running away from the unfortunate typical pregnancy symptoms such as 1) Tired and achy legs 2) Swollen legs
As you can see from my picture below, my calves are swollen! Absolutely not a pretty sight! I believe my swollen calves are caused by water retention in my late pregnancy. Pretty much I woke up in the morning with swollen legs especially the night before, I had a long walk, swollen calves, ankles and feet became worse.
Not only that (sorry the picture below is a little gross to see!), my feet were so swollen and so my ankles! Can you see the blue veins popping out of my feet?
Thanks to Spring Maternity, I had a chance to try Preggers Maternity Pantyhose to improve my poor circulation, prevent swelling and energize my tired legs and feet during this final stage of pregnancy.
Preggers Maternity Pantyhose is very comfortable to wear on daily basis. The material doesn't make me feel warm, although pregnancy itself has already made me feel so warm, thanks to pregnancy hormones! But having to wear this for the whole day, I don't feel extra warm at all! The material is so airy, breathable and super soft. Therefore, I feel like wearing nothing!
Besides, I also feel more comfortable walking/standing up for a long time. It does help in relieving me from tired legs when I need to walk/stand up for a long time. At the end of the day, I can see the difference between long walk with Preggers Maternity Pantyhose VS long walk without. Long walk without is certainly more tiring and thus, more swelling in the next morning!
Another benefit I like from Preggers Maternity Pantyhose is built-in tummy support. In late pregnancy, especially when my baby's head already down & engaged, most of the time, my belly feels extra heavy! I just feel uncomfortable walking with heavy belly and often I feel Braxton Hicks Contractions (those fake contractions preparing woman body for labor) that come along when I have my long walk. Heavy belly + tightening can be agonizing and intolerable. I have been thinking to buy maternity belt to solve this problem but fortunately, Preggers Maternity Pantyhose was being introduced to me before buying expensive maternity belt that I will no longer be using it after my baby is born!
Preggers Maternity Pantyhose Built-in tummy support is indeed a belly support. I'm impressed with this tummy support! The material is not only comfortable & breathable but the design of this built-in tummy support provides me the sense of stability. It feels like wearing maternity belt to support my heavy belly! In fact it's like all in one product, not only supporting my belly but providing my legs with better blood flow! Unlike other built in tummy support maternity wear, this one doesn't slide down my hips at all. Not even once after so many hours of wearing. It's really that fit & stable!
After wearing Preggers Maternity Pantyhose for a week, I can certainly see visible improvements to my current legs conditions.
1) My legs are less tired now and I can walk longer and farther. I feel good even I have to stand up for half an hour or walk for an hour! Leg cramps & soreness lessen with Preggers!
2) My tired legs and feet are energized. No longer feeling sore legs and feet waking up in the morning. Therefore, I'm no longer needing to worry the impact from the long walk-the day before in the next morning!
3) Swollen calves, ankles and feet are improved! I don't see it that swollen anymore. I believe Preggers Maternity Pantyhose does improve my poor circulation. The compression does promote better blood flow!
Can you see it's less swollen now?
Now I feel more confident wearing short dress. I'm happy to see my normal legs back :) No longer needing to hide my swollen legs/feet/ankles under long maxi dress anymore!! :)
It's so easy to pair Preggers with my pre-pregnancy clothes. I can absolutely pair it with my short pre-pregnancy dresses. I'm a tall girl but pretty slim and I'm lucky enough to be able to fit into almost all my pre-pregnancy dresses except dresses are getting too short due to my growing & expanding belly size and most of the time, I don't have the confidence to wear short dresses. I'm afraid of exposing too much skin in pregnancy, I just feel awkward!
And with Preggers Maternity Pantyhose, I'm no longer afraid of wearing my pre-pregnancy dresses I can fit into. I'm no longer needing to worry if my dresses are too short and inappropriate in comparison with my big belly. Now, I can totally rock my short dresses out and be a fashionable pregnant mum back!
Preggers Maternity Pantyhose is so versatile and I can see myself wearing it with everything from dresses, shorts to skirts.
#OOTD (Outfit of The Day) in Preggers, black color pantyhose with light color floral dress (contrast color) makes my legs extra long and my legs appear slimmer too (how great isn't when every part of my body looks fat except my legs??) Wearing black color pantyhose is another way of showing off mile long legs in a classy way :) Agree??
For more information, check out Spring Maternity website at www.springmaternity.com
Thank you for reading my review with Preggers
Wish me a super smooth delivery in 2-3 weeks time!
~Netty~
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OUR FAVOURITE MATERNITY TIGHTS
Here are our ten of the best maternity tights...
1. High-street two-pack £13
H&M
Ten per cent lycra to support your legs and tummy, a good basic black to see you through the cooler days of summer while fine enough to wear with a tea dress, and a great price. What’s not to like?
2. Long-lasting luxury £23.95
Marks and Spencers
Yes, they’re rather more than one would usually spend on a pair of tights: but as you might expect from Spanx, these really do deliver: support panel, wide waistband, lower back support and all. If other tights ladder or collapse on you, these will probably be well worth the investment: buy a black and a nude, wash them carefully and they’ll end up being better value for money than endless cheaper pairs.
3. Sheer £8
H&M
Lightweight and sheer, these 15 Denier elasticated tights are great for a special occasion with a Little Black Dress. They will fit all the way through pregnancy, plus their supportive stretch helps keep your bump feeling comfortable all evening long.
4. Secret support £8
John Lewis
Seriously supportive tights, with a whopping 16 per cent lycra that’ll cradle your growing bump while also giving your legs the help they need if you’re prone to varicose veins, and complete with cotton gusset. They’re probably a little too heavy for all but the coolest summer days (though you never know!) but from autumn to late spring they’re a great-value buy.
5. Colour me fabulous £23.60
Zara
Most tights, unsurprisingly, come in black or nude with the odd grey or navy thrown in. If you prefer to work a more boho colourful look, these footless numbers may be a very good choice: not only do they come in a pleasing range of shades, they’re also equipped with a lightweight graduated compression to help your legs.
6. Never knowingly under-bumped £8
Topshop
Satin sheers from the nation’s favourite. Not the cheapest on the market but known for its quality; a pair of these will give your outfit the unobtrusive underpinning it needs.
7. Barely there £6
Marks and Spencers
Formal clothes and high summer can cause a problem in the leg department: when it’s tights-off time in the rest of the world, your office may not agree. This pair weighs in at seven denier, so are an excellent option when the temperature’s hitting the high twenties but going bare-legged is off the agenda.
8. Luxury alternative £29
Wolford
Not strictly maternity tights but recommended for the purpose, and oh-so-luxurious….if you’ve got a special occasion, or alternatively if you’re just longing to upgrade your outfit (note: there’s no VPL with these seamless numbers!) you could do a lot worse than splashing out on a pair of these Wolford lovelies.
9. Natural textiles £15
Mothercare
Thought tights couldn’t be ethical? Think again. These are made from Oeko-Tex fabric, making them the ideal choice for those of us who prefer to keep our environmental footprint as small as possible. Buy a pair along with those reusable nappies you’re eyeing up, and your eco-halo will be even brighter.
10. Footless fallback £7
H&M
A pair of footless tights is a must in the pregnant lady’s wardrobe – the kind of easy-wear basic that bridges the gap between proper leggings and tights under a stretchy dress on days when you want to upgrade from the baggy-shirt look but don’t want to go completely formal. These will do the job perfectly.
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It's fine for you to wear tights. Once you have a bump, you may prefer to shop for maternity tights instead of ordinary ones.
It's probably worth investing in a decent brand. Good maternity tights have shaped panels that cradle your bump and support it as it grows. Look out for tights with a high blend of cotton, or a cotton gusset.
Most tights are made from synthetic fabrics, which can make you sweat more.Thrush thrives in warm, moist conditions, so wearing tights can make you more likely to develop thrush. If you're prone to thrush, try not to wear tights every day.
Leggings made from natural fibres such as cotton, bamboo or hemp may feel more comfortable than tights, especially in the summer.
Another alternative to tights is hold-up stockings. The trouble with hold-ups is that they can irritate varicose veins, which are a common pregnancy niggle.
This is where maternity tights may actually come in handy. Support tights can ease the discomfort and swelling of varicose veins. If your veins are particularly troubling, your midwife or doctor may prescribe maternity compression tights, which offer extra support.
If you find that over-the-bump tights make your bump feel itchy, you could try hipster maternity tights. Or, for a quick, cheap fix, wear ordinary tights and snip the waistband with scissors.
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