Pregnancy brings countless changes to a woman’s body, many of which require adjustments, including your underwear. Are you wondering whether you should swap out your usual underwear for maternity underwear? Most likely you’ll need to because maternity underwear is designed specifically to accommodate your growing belly and provide extra support during pregnancy, while regular underwear doesn’t do this. Learn the difference between maternity underwear vs regular underwear to help you decide what suits your needs best during pregnancy.
Key Differences Between Maternity Underwear & Regular Underwear
Fit, Comfort & Stretch
Maternity Underwear
Maternity underwear is designed to fit your growing body during pregnancy. You want underwear that won’t start constricting your belly. Our high-rise briefs are perfect for growing bellies because of the super stretchy, ultra-soft modal blend fabric, and they have a wide non-elastic waistband that won't pinch or dig into your stomach. Maternity underwear is built to stretch, without losing their fit so they’ll last through all trimesters and after delivery.
Regular Underwear
Regular underwear isn’t typically built to accommodate your growing belling and may dig into your belly, causing discomfort. Waistbands also might roll down and seams can press against sensitive areas.
Bump Coverage
Maternity Underwear
With maternity underwear, you’ll find a variety of styles tailored to how much belly coverage you want. Our high-rise briefs sit comfortably over or under your bump during pregnancy, and are also great if you have a c-section friendly because they’re soft and gentle, and the best postpartum underwear to support you after delivery.
Regular Underwear
Regular underwear typically rests at or just below the waist, so as your belly grows, it can start to feel snug or uncomfortable. You want to wear the most comfortable underwear so you’re not constantly trying to adjust the waistband.
Maternity Underwear vs. Regular Underwear
When it comes to maternity underwear vs. regular underwear, the best choice is the one that keeps you feeling comfortable throughout your pregnancy and postpartum. Maternity underwear is ideal if you’re looking for extra support and comfort tailored specifically to your growing bump, while regular underwear isn’t as flexible and you may have to keep buying larger sizes as you grow.
Shop the best underwear for pregnancy and pair it with the Larken X, an all-in-one nursing and pumping bra.