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The Best Maternity Swimwear to Wear During Pregnancy (and Beyond!)
The Best Maternity Swimwear to Wear During Pregnancy (and Beyond!)

The Best Maternity Swimwear to Wear During Pregnancy (and Beyond!)

Whether you like to rock out with your bump out in a bikini or prefer a supportive one-piece, we found a swimsuit for you!

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By Latifah Miles
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Best Two-Piece Maternity Swimsuits
Best One-Piece Maternity Swimsuits
Best Plus-Size Maternity Swimsuits 
Best Maternity Swim Dresses
Best Maternity Swimsuits for Nursing
Best Maternity Cover-Ups

Just like searching for maternity clothes during pregnancy, choosing the best maternity swimwear for yourself will depend mostly on what you feel comfortable and beautiful in as you embrace the body changes that come with each trimester. 

Whether that’s a two-piece bikini, a colorful one-piece or something in between—it depends on how you want to style your bump. Aside from the swimsuit's style, sizing is another important factor to keep in mind. The good news is that most brands use your pre-pregnancy size, which can make things easier. And if you’re in the market for a two-piece, most brands sell each piece separately, so you can size up or down on each piece for the right fit. 

And similar to dressing yourself during pregnancy, you don’t have to stick to maternity-specific swimwear. If you find a swimsuit that’s not maternity but fits well and you feel good in it, go for it. 

From swimsuits and bikinis to cover-ups and dresses, we’ve rounded up the best maternity swimwear to make your next beach trip, pool hang or family vacay cute and comfortable.

Best Two-Piece Maternity Swimsuits

Two-piece maternity swimsuits fall into two main categories when it comes to the bikini bottoms—above the bump and under the bump. Depending on how much of your belly you want to show, you can choose one that hangs below your bump but gives you coverage where you want it, or you can go for a high-waisted option that pulls up over your belly, sitting under your bustline.

Best One-Piece Maternity Swimsuits

With a one-piece swimsuit, you’ll get comfortable coverage, supportive compression and a stylish design that feels modern and fresh. Similar to a bikini or two-piece cut, you don’t have to stick to the maternity styles (especially if there's ruching) but we encourage you to try a couple of different sizes. The best part: Depending on when your baby comes, if it's warm during your fourth trimester, a quality one-piece maternity swimsuit will work then too.

Best Plus-Size Maternity Swimsuits 

Stylish and functional, plus-size maternity swimwear is available in a variety of cuts and designs, making it easier to find one that you’ll want to wear. Here are a few of the ones we really like:

Best Maternity Swim Dresses

While swim dresses aren’t a new style, they’ve become more popular over the last few years. The top portion looks like a standard one–piece swimsuit, while the bottom flows out like an A-line skirt. You’ll have full coverage, even when you bend over.

Best Maternity Swimsuits for Nursing

Heading to the beach or hanging by the pool during the fourth trimester with your breastfed newborn? A nursing-friendly swimsuit that is comfortable to wear during those initial postpartum months will make feeding your baby easier. Here are some stylish options that we like:

Best Maternity Cover-Ups

Whether you’re heading to the pool (kiddie pools count) in the first month of your pregnancy, your final days before labor, or your first few weeks into postpartum, a swimsuit cover-up is a nice-to-have accessory. Not only do they add a cute flair to your swimwear, but they also offer some coverage. The best part is you don’t have to stick with maternity-only styles, since they’re made with a flowy fit. Size up one (or stick with your pre-pregnancy size) and you're good to go. Here are a few we’d pack for ourselves:

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