Let’s not downplay the extent your body changes during pregnancy and post-birth: you’re growing and nurturing a tiny human, which is AMAZING! One thing you’ll notice is that your breasts will undergo a radical transformation: they’ll get pretty big. Breasts start preparing for lactation early on in pregnancy, and whilst everyone’s pregnancy is different, most women will see changes in their breasts around the fourth month. It’s common for breasts to go up one or two cup sizes, especially if you’re expecting your first child. Because breasts need support, it’s important to find a bra to accommodate this increase in size (and weight!) That’s­­ where maternity and nursing bras come in. They’re designed to provide fuller breast support and reduce discomfort. If your bundle of joy has already arrived, then a nursing bra allows for hassle-free unfastening. Nobody needs to be fumbling around in a panic when baby decides it’s time for breakfast (or elevenses, lunch, dinner, post-dinner snack, you get the idea).

For women who enjoy keeping active or are looking to get back into fitness after the birth of a child, it’s vital to find a good-fitting nursing and/or maternity sports bra. Painful conditions such as jogger’s nipple or repetitive trauma are definitely something you do NOT want to be experience, let alone when breastfeeding or about to welcome a newborn. Nursing and maternity sports bras provide careful support and come in a range on styles depending on what type activities you're doing. For those of you who are embarking on the special journey of motherhood, we’ve put together a small guide featuring low to high impact sports bras we’ve carefully selected for expectant and nursing boobydooers.

We had our dear friend Guna, (who is expecting her first child imminently) in to try out this bra - so you know they're mum-to-be approved! Guna did some gentle weight exercises and yoga (she was concentrating as it was her first time trying it out!) during our shoot.