Maxi Dress // Maxi Dress // Tank // Shirt // Bra // Sandals // Shorts // Skirt // Leggings
When I was pregnant, I always knew I would breastfeed. What I didn't realize then, however, is how difficult it is to dress for breastfeeding...and really, for postpartum in general. My body, which had slowly evolved over the last nine months, suddenly seemed so foreign to me. It was {and still is!} softer, rounder, and so unfamiliar. And the transformation happened in the blink of an eye...talk about shock! I found that dressing postpartum, with nursing in mind, was way harder than while I was pregnant...who would have guessed?! It initially left me feeling frustrated and anxious as I was learning so much all at once in the beginning.
For me, while comfort is key, I also wanted to feel "normal" again, which is hard to do, when you're forced to wear granny panties and nursing bras, not to mention adjusting to my new body! Easy access for nursing also became a key requirement. So through trial and error, I've been figuring out what works best for me:
I have found that strapless maxi dresses are key. I love both styles above...they're loose-fitting but still flattering. I have also been wearing low-cut tops and button ups so that I can nurse at a moment's notice. I recommend this Gilligan & O'Malley nursing bra too...it's feminine, yet functional. On the bottom, anything that is forgiving around the waist is a priority for me, like these shorts, skirt or leggings. And of course, Havaianas sandals are my favorite.
Dressing accordingly has allowed me to not only nurse Ethan, but also start to regain my confidence in my body postpartum. We new moms already have enough "unknowns" on our plate as is without having to worry about how to dress postpartum...so I hope this helps you find your way and focus on what really matters, your new bundle of joy!
So ladies, what is your nursing style? Any tips for this first-time mama?? I'm still learning!
xo natasha
When I was pregnant, I always knew I would breastfeed. What I didn't realize then, however, is how difficult it is to dress for breastfeeding...and really, for postpartum in general. My body, which had slowly evolved over the last nine months, suddenly seemed so foreign to me. It was {and still is!} softer, rounder, and so unfamiliar. And the transformation happened in the blink of an eye...talk about shock! I found that dressing postpartum, with nursing in mind, was way harder than while I was pregnant...who would have guessed?! It initially left me feeling frustrated and anxious as I was learning so much all at once in the beginning.
For me, while comfort is key, I also wanted to feel "normal" again, which is hard to do, when you're forced to wear granny panties and nursing bras, not to mention adjusting to my new body! Easy access for nursing also became a key requirement. So through trial and error, I've been figuring out what works best for me:
I have found that strapless maxi dresses are key. I love both styles above...they're loose-fitting but still flattering. I have also been wearing low-cut tops and button ups so that I can nurse at a moment's notice. I recommend this Gilligan & O'Malley nursing bra too...it's feminine, yet functional. On the bottom, anything that is forgiving around the waist is a priority for me, like these shorts, skirt or leggings. And of course, Havaianas sandals are my favorite.
Dressing accordingly has allowed me to not only nurse Ethan, but also start to regain my confidence in my body postpartum. We new moms already have enough "unknowns" on our plate as is without having to worry about how to dress postpartum...so I hope this helps you find your way and focus on what really matters, your new bundle of joy!
So ladies, what is your nursing style? Any tips for this first-time mama?? I'm still learning!
xo natasha
