Maternity Clothes Australia - Comfortable and Stylish Pregnancy Clothing Online
Being pregnant does not mean putting your style on hold. The right maternity clothes grow with your bump, feel comfortable throughout the day, and can often be worn postpartum too - making them a genuinely smart investment. At Peekaboo Baby we offer a thoughtfully curated range of maternity clothing available online across Australia, covering everything from everyday basics to special occasion looks. Browse our maternity pants for everyday comfort, or explore our maternity dresses for those occasions when you want to feel a little more put-together.
Our maternity clothing range is designed to accommodate your changing body without sacrificing fit or feel. Look for bump-friendly fabrics with stretch and recovery, adjustable waistbands that grow with you, and styles that work for multiple stages of pregnancy. Many of our pieces are also breastfeeding-friendly, so you get use out of them well into the postpartum period. Explore our nursing clothes and nursing tops for pieces designed specifically for life with a newborn, and check out our maternity pillows for comfortable sleep support as your bump grows.
What to look for in maternity clothes
- Stretch and recovery - Fabrics with good elasticity (jersey, bamboo, or spandex blends) accommodate your growing bump without losing their shape.
- Adjustable waistbands - Over-the-bump or under-the-bump waistbands provide support at different stages. Over-the-bump styles work well in later pregnancy; under-the-bump suits early pregnancy and postpartum.
- Nursing-friendly design - Look for wrap styles, button fronts, or discreet nursing access if you plan to breastfeed - it extends the life of each garment significantly.
- Breathable fabrics - Pregnancy raises your body temperature, so natural fibres like cotton and bamboo help you stay cool and comfortable.
- Occasion versatility - Choosing pieces that work for both casual and smart occasions means a smaller, more practical wardrobe without feeling limited.
- Postpartum wearability - The best maternity pieces transition seamlessly to postpartum wear, meaning you do not need to replace your entire wardrobe after birth.
Complete your pregnancy wardrobe with pregnancy wear essentials, nursing bras for bump and postpartum support, and gifts for mum to treat yourself or a loved one throughout pregnancy.
Maternity Clothing - Frequently Asked Questions
Most women find they need maternity clothes from around 12-16 weeks for a first pregnancy, or even earlier for subsequent pregnancies. Starting with a few versatile basics - maternity pants, a couple of tops, and a comfortable dress - means you are not caught short when your regular clothes stop fitting.
In early pregnancy, yes. But as your bump grows, regular clothes become uncomfortable and unflattering. Maternity clothes are specifically cut to accommodate the bump while still fitting well across the shoulders and arms, making them much more comfortable from the second trimester onwards.
The essentials are: one or two pairs of maternity pants (including leggings), a few comfortable tops that accommodate your bump, a maternity bra or nursing bra, and one or two dresses for warmer weather. Build from there based on your lifestyle.
Many are, yes. Wrap styles, stretchy fabrics, and nursing-friendly designs work well postpartum. Pieces with nursing access are particularly useful in the months after birth. Building a wardrobe that works through pregnancy and postpartum is the most cost-effective approach.
Generally, buy your pre-pregnancy size. Maternity clothes are cut to accommodate the bump at that size. If you are between sizes, size up for more room as your pregnancy progresses. Stretchy fabrics and adjustable waistbands give extra flexibility.
Peekaboo Baby offers free shipping Australia-wide on orders over $129, dispatched from Melbourne. Our maternity clothing range is available online and ships directly to your door anywhere in Australia.