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This Maternity size table is a great guide while shopping for clothes. Please remember that this is just a guide. You must take into consideration you body structure when dealing with this table.

Maternity Clothes Size Table

SIZE >> X-petite petite small medium
Pre-Pregnancy Size 0-2 2-4 6-8 8-10
Current Bust 35" 36" 37.5" 39"
Current Hip 34.5" - 36" 36" - 37.5" 37.5" - 39" 39" - 42"
Inseam on Pants* 30.5" 31" 31.5" 32"
 
SIZE >> large X-large    
Pre Pregnancy Size 12-14 16-18    
Current Bust 40.5" 43.5"    
Current Hip 42" - 44" 45.5" - 47"    
Inseam on Pants* 32.5" 33"    
* These inseams do not apply to cropped pants or those with custom inseams
How to choose your size
Your numerical pre-pregnancy size is a good guideline to use. But, because everybody is unique, we recommend using your tape measurer to get your exact measurements, then using our sizing chart to determine your perfect size.

Fit tips for pants & skirts
Our hip measurement ranges overlap a bit – this allows you to choose your fit. If you prefer a slimmer fitting bottom, choose the smaller size in your range. For a looser fit, get the larger size. For example, if you have a 42” hip and you want a slimmer fit, you’d choose a medium. For a looser fit, you’d want a large.

Early and post-pregnancy
In maternity fashion, this time is called your "transition period." Your regular clothes may feel too tight, but maternity clothes are too big. This is the time to go for "transitional" pieces. If you're in your first trimester and are really starting to show, get yourself some maternity pants (based on your regular pre-pregnancy size) and simply fold the waistband over so they fit. Don't worry - you'll grow into them before you know it!

Third trimester
The maternity clothes that fit you so well during your second trimester may be feeling a bit too snug right around now. We recommend picking up a few essential, versatile pieces (a pair of bootleg pants, a black skirt, some basic tees) in a size larger than you took during your second trimester. For instance, if you were a medium during your second trimester, go up to a large. You'll feel, and look, better.

Twins & more
If you’re expecting multiple babies, you're going to need extra room, so go up at least one size.
 
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Updated 01/10/2006