10 WARDROBE ESSENTIALS FOR THE EXPECTING WORKING MOM

These days most women are working while pregnant, and are working later into their pregnancies. Although the cost of a maternity wardrobe can be very expensive on your budget, it doesn’t have to be.  Purchasing clothes with nursing access is also something to keep in mind if you are planning to nurse your newborn. 

Here are some maternity wardrobe staples that won’t break the bank and will keep you looking fashionable before and after your delivery.

 

1.      WHITE DRESS MATERNITY SHIRT

 

Everybody has their favorite version of the white shirt. This top can be paired with just about every item in your wardrobe.   Pair with tights for comfort on your office dress down day, a pencil skirt or maternity pants for a more professional look.

 

2.      MATERNITY PANTS

Maternity pants in a neutral color is a must for your maternity work wardrobe.  Chose a style that works best with your body type.

 

3.      LITTLE BLACK DRESS

 

               

The little black dress is a classic fashion staple that still a must have during your pregnancy.  This dress will be great for work. This dress will also be great for an evening out with friends or a date with your

 

4.      MATERNITY LEGGINGS

Dress up your Maternity leggings by wearing them with boots and tunic or dress the down with basic tee and cardigan. Leggings go with everything and can be worn from your first weeks of pregnancy through your postpartum months.

 

5.      BASIC TEE

 

A classic tee goes with everything so choose the style that suits you style and start looking great. When pick a basic tee make sure to get one with a durable material that stretches so it can grow with you.

 

6.      CARDIGAN

 

A long, short or belted cardigan would be a good choice.  They are great to achieve that  layered look. 

 

7.      MATERNITY PENCIL SKIRT

 

 

Stretchy material skirt in a black or dark grey is a good staple for your

wardrobe.  Wear it together with a silk shirt, or a top and cardigan, will give

 you completely different looks.

 

8.      MATERNITY BLOUSE

 

 

 

 

Shop for and empire waist or peasant style maternity blouse for the girly romantic look.

 

9.      MATERNITY TUNIC

 

 

 

A tunic is a maternity wardrobe must have because it provides plenty of room

where a women need it.  Tunics can be worn with leggings, as dress or with jeans.

 

10. LOAFERS

 

We all want to look fabulous while pregnant.  We see celebrities wear heels all

through the pregnancy but believe me when I say having a great pair of loafers will

be one of your greatest buys.  Make sure your loafers are comfortable because swelling of feet is common during pregnancy

 

These items comes in my different styles so find what works for your style so that you colleges and clients can be jealous of how great you look during your pregnancy.

 

New Arrival at Bluerane.com!

Grey Basket Weave Hi/Low Maternity Dress by Japanese Weekend

 

 

A trendy basket weave maternity/nursing dress, with hi low hemline that is all the rage right now. Nursing access allows you to wear it during and after your pregnancy. This sleeveless round neck style features a shirred waistband and a drapery front panel that weave together in the front of the dress. To nurse, pull the front panel to the side and nurse through the opening in the layer underneath. MADE IN THE USA 95% Rayon, 5% Spandex, Machine wash cold & line dry.

Price: $96.00

 

 

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Bluerane.com is a one stop shop for the expecting mothers. They offer customers a tremendous variety of maternity clothing from tee shirts to that perfect maternity dress for a romantic evening out, all stylishly chic. Our Baby Boutique carries everything for a new mom and her new bundle of joy!
This website is a reflection of its owner trendy, smart and sophisticated approach to maternity fashion. Our maternity clothes are from some of the top designers in maternity and baby wear. Each item is handpicked with quality in mind.

  Bluerane.com was designed and built with the customers experience and safety in mind.
"We want to make the customer online shopping experience exciting. When logging on to Bluerane.com our customers will feel like they are in a chic and trendy boutique on New York's 5th Ave" said Laurane Baugh, Owner of Bluerane.com.
After layoffs at her current job owner Laurane Baugh decided to finally pursue her dream of owning her own boutique. Being a mother who knows what a new mother needs. Laurane hope that http://www.bluerane.com will provide a lasting impression on its customers

MOST POPULAR BABY NAMES OF 2012

AIDEN and SOPHIA still hold the crown for the most popular baby names, according to babycenter.com, a website that says it gathers data "from nearly half a million parents who shared their baby's name with us in 2012."

Did your baby name make the list? Picking the right name for your baby is a daunting task so lets see if your choice made the popular list.

 

 

 

Top 10 Names

Girls’ Names                      Boys’ Names 

1. Sophia                        1. Aiden                      

2. Emma                         2. Jackson       

3. Olivia                         3. Ethan                      

4. Isabella                      4. Liam                       

5. Ava                            5. Mason                     

6. Lily                            6. Noah                       

7. Zoe                            7. Lucas                      

8. Chloe                        8. Jacob                      

9. Mia                           9. Jayden                    

10. Madison                 10. Jack

Click here for full list.

 

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Top 10 Christmas Gifts for Expectant Mom

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1.       Spoiled Mama Gift Set-$55.00

Spoil her with this bump box pregnancy gift set.  For maximum stretch mark prevention this tummy butter and bump gloss will aid fading of existing scars and stretch marks. 

 

Gift Set includes:

·         Tummy Butter for Stretch Marks

·         Bump Gloss Stretch Mark Oil.

Available at www.thespoiledmama.com 

2.       Little Black Maternity Dress by Japanese Weekend-$110.00 

This stylish maternity dress will fit well and accentuate her changing body.  Dress is sleeveless with mesh flower detail on left shoulder.  This maternity dress will look great at that New Year’s Eve party or for dinner out with friends. 

Available at: http://bluerane.com/item_1025/Japanese-Weekend-Little-Black-Maternity-Dress.htm

 

3.       Diaper Bag-$99.95 

She would appreciate this all-in-one diaper bag and purse.   She will still feel like a fashionista while carry this bag. 

Available at: http://bluerane.com/item_134/Cosmo.htm

 

4.       Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa Gift Certificate 

Treat her to a luxurious massage at a Red Door Spa (or a spa of your choice) near you.  A day of pampering can make her feel rejuvenated. 

Available at: http://www.reddoorspas.com/spaservices/new-at-red-door.aspx

 

5.       Lilac Maternity Button Down Cardigan-$79.99

For the expecting mother who just want something comfy to lounge in.  This maternity top will look great with either jeans or tights.

Available at: http://bluerane.com/item_961/Lilac-Maternity-Button-Down-Cardigan.htm 

6.       Personalized 12-Month baby frame-$45.00 

Give her a one-of-a-kind gift this Christmas with this personalized 12 month baby frame. Easy-to-use plaster to capture their tiny handprint in the center opening of the frame and a photo from each month of baby's first year. Add baby's name, birth date, weight and length to the "birth certificate" engraving area for a gift the new mom, dad and baby will cherish. 

Available at: http://www.thingsremembered.com/home.jsp

 

7.       Organic Gift Basket for Baby-$129.95

For the expecting mother who is trying to save the earth, this luxurious organic baby gift basket is filled with certified organic layette items. Everything is in an attractive basket that can be used in the baby’s nursery in the future. 

Gift Basket includes:

·         1 Organic Cotton Baby Blanket, 30" x 40"

·         1 Organic Cotton Bib

·         1 Organic Cotton bodysuit, size 3-6 mos.

·         1 Organic Cotton knit baby hat

·         1 Organic plush toy

·         1 Basket (great for nursery items)

Available at: http://bluerane.com/item_69/Luxury-Organic-Baby-Gift-Basket.htm

8.       Let the Fin Begin Terry Shark Robe-$38.75

Mom is going fall for this terry-ific sea-inspired robe--hook, line and little stinker! After a refreshing bath time for baby, they'll want to wrap their wiggly, wet one in something cozy, absorbent and cute.  

Available at: http://bluerane.com/item_836/Let-the-Fin-Begin-Terry-Shark-Robe.htm

 

9.       Surfer Babe Booties - $19.99 

This is a baby gift for the hip baby and surfer mom.  These cute and practical new Silly Souls booties are stylized like the commonly worn sheepskin boots used by Australian surfers. 

Available at:  http://bluerane.com/item_12/Surfer-Babe-Booties--Pink.htm

 

10.   Pink Lizard Personalized Journal-$19.99 

She will have a lot to write about during her pregnancy and after.  Give her this personalized journal so she can remember the little things that happened during her pregnancy. 

Available at: http://www.thingsremembered.com/home.jsp

Show grandma some love with this "I LOVE GRANDMA" bodysuit set.

I love grandma baby 3 piece gift set is the perfect gift for every new baby who is the center of grandma's life! 100% cotton. Includes bodysuit, beanie hat and bib.  Available at http://bluerane.com/item_29/I-Love-Grandma-3-pc-gift-set.htm.

TOP 5 BABYSHOWER GAMES

While your guests are waiting for you to open your presents and the food to be served have them play the games below and it’s guaranteed that your baby shower will be memorable and fun. 

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      1.      Hanging Baby Clothes

Make a line between two chairs and have your guest hang baby clothes.  Time them and then whoever does it the fastest wins.

2.      Secret Word Game

Give all guests a diaper pin.  They are to pin on their clothes. When someone catches a guest saying "baby,” she takes the pin to add to her collection. Whoever has the most pins at the end of the shower wins a prize.

3.      Guess the Baby Picture

Ask guests beforehand to supply a baby picture.  Make a board with everyone’s picture and have people guess which picture belongs to who.  Make it fun by adding a picture of the baby’s dad to confuse them.

4.      Baby shower Charade

Separate your guest into two groups.  Have a list of celebrity moms to have each teams try to guess who their celebrity is.  Add a list of words they can’t use.

5.      Chug the Bottle

Fill baby bottles with milk or juice and have guests race to see who can chug fastest.  If you have male guests at your baby shower then make this game for males only.   The women can have a laugh at their expense.

Remember to entice your guests to participate with great prizes for each game.  Candles, picture frames, gift cards, etc. are example of prizes that your guest would enjoy.