Photo: Kindel Media

What should I wear if I have a belly pouch?

7 Tips to Dress Postpartum Belly Pooch: Tie Waist Tops. I love that tie waist is a big trend currently because it is so good at hiding all of the bumps and pooches! ... Maxi Dresses. ... Rouching. ... Dark Colors. ... Front Tuck. ... Wraps/Kimonos/Cardigans. ... Loose tops.

blesserhouse.com - How to Dress to Hide Mom Belly Pooch - Bless'er House

Does lack of sleep cause high blood pressure?

Insomnia is linked to high blood pressure and heart disease. Over time, poor sleep can also lead to unhealthy habits that can hurt your heart,...

Last updated Oct 23, 2021

What happens if you drink olive oil on an empty stomach?

Reduce gastric acidity. Extra virgin olive oil has a series of components that can neutralize the damaging effect of gastric acids that cause...

Last updated Feb 3, 2022

Traditional “juice” activates 24/7 fat-burning

A potent powdered supplement blended right into water or your favored beverage to be appreciated as a scrumptious morning smoothy.

Learn More »

Promotion

7 fashion tips for hiding postpartum mom bod and belly pooch without looking frumpy along with budget-friendly places to buy them. Major disclaimer: I am so not a fashion blogger. If you visit our house unannounced, you will catch me in paint splattered yoga pants and old T-shirts. That’s just a fact. I won’t even pretend like I’m a fashionista every day. But after you have a baby, there’s just nothing that can make you feel good about your postpartum body again quite like a good ol’ fashion refresh. That’s the case for me, at least. And I’ve learned a thing or two over the years to cover the “fluff” in my middle. My body and I have had a love/hate journey the last 6 years since my first born came along. You can lose all of the baby weight, but that belly pooch and those widened hips that pushed an 8 pound bowling ball between them aren’t going anywhere. I had such a hard time loving my body after our first kiddo, but over the years I’ve become so thankful that it was able to carry 2 healthy babes. I earned my stretch mark tiger stripes, and it’s so easy to take that for granted when I know so many women would give anything for that. I know now what works in ye ole #MomBod wardrobe, and now this time around, after having Regan 6 months ago, I feel so much more comfortable in my skin.

My sizing stats:

5’7″ 160 lbs

Tops – Size M

Pants – Size 8

Shoes – Size 8 1/2 or 9

And pardon the fuzzy cell phone shots but I left my big honkin’ DSLR out of this party. 😉

7 Tips to Dress Postpartum Belly Pooch:

(Some affiliate links are provided below. Full disclosure here.)

1. Tie Waist Tops

I love that tie waist is a big trend currently because it is so good at hiding all of the bumps and pooches! Woo to the hoo! TOP: I got this shirt on Amazon for $19 and got so many compliments when I wore it on Easter. The subtle print and flowy sleeves make it breezy for spring/summer too. Wearing a Medium. JEANS: These jeans are my new favorites for sucking in all of the mom fluff. And I really like the button fly detail. Wearing my usual size 8. BLOCK HEELS: I am so not a heel wearing girl anymore, but these are so comfy that I was able to wear them even when I was in my last trimester of pregnancy. The block heel makes them feel very sturdy and stable. Wearing size 8.5 (true to size).

Is broccoli a natural testosterone booster?

Vegetables like kale, spinach, and broccoli are excellent testosterone boosts. Aside from the slew of nutrient-rich properties these vegetables...

Last updated Mar 23, 2020

How long does it take to detox your body with juicing?

Juice cleanses range anywhere from one to 10 days (though the average is three days to one week) or even longer, depending on which protocol you...

Last updated Oct 1, 2020

Traditional “juice” activates 24/7 fat-burning

A scrumptious morning smoothy based on the diets of among the healthiest, longest-living hamlet in the world.

Learn More »

Promotion

Turn on your JavaScript to view content

2. Maxi Dresses

I lived in maxi dresses during both of my pregnancies, but they’re perfect for transitioning to postpartum too. DRESS: I love that this one has vertical stripes and buttons down the front to create the illusion of a long, lean figure. And little bonus: it’s nursing friendly. 🙂 It does shrink a bit after washing, so be aware before hemming. Wearing a Medium. PEEP TOE HEELS: These along with the black heels above are really the only two I wear anymore. They’re so incredibly comfy. I’ve walked miles in these before without a problem.

Turn on your JavaScript to view content

3. Rouching

Rouched details on dresses and tops rock at hiding midsection fluffiness.

DRESS: This dress was $24 on Amazon and it’s my new favorite for date nights with the hubby! I love the tie waist to look hourglass-y. Wearing a Medium.

HEELS: See above.

Turn on your JavaScript to view content

4. Dark Colors

I lived in black and navy for a month solid after having both of my babies since it hides belly bump shadows… and spit-up, breast milk, baby poop. Ya know, all of that glamorousness. JUMPSUIT: I never ever thought I’d actually like wearing a jumpsuit, but I’m totally in love with this one I found at Old Navy. It’s now out of stock, but I’ll link one similar. The tie waist helps accentuate the waist and hide fluffiness. 😉

HEELS: My tried and true faves again. See above.

Turn on your JavaScript to view content

5. Front Tuck

This little trick is my new best friend. Front tuck eeeeeeverything! If you want to make long-ish flowy shirts look a little more polished while hiding your tummy, tuck just the front into a pair of mid-waist jeans or shorts. It makes such a huge difference to camouflage your middle and make you feel less frumpy. BUTTON-DOWN TUNIC: I love how breezy and light this tunic feels for warmer weather. (And it’s nursing/pumping-friendly… woot!) Wearing a Medium. SHORTS: Pretty sure I’ll be wearing these green striped shorts all summer. Wearing a size 8, but the pockets bulge on me a little bit and they’re a tad snug, so I would size up. SANDALS: These flats are so comfy and the metallic detail is fun. Wearing a size 9 (from when I had swollen preggo feet)… they fit true to size but might be too wide if your feet are narrow.

What herb heals kidneys?

The Best Herbs for Kidney Support Dandelion Root. Otherwise known as Taraxacum officinale, dandelion root is a weed that has diuretic properties....

Last updated Apr 3, 2022

Is drinking V8 everyday good for you?

Most people aged over 14 should consume no more than 2,300 milligrams (mg) of salt per day. However, the average salt intake in the United States...

Last updated Dec 10, 2020

Strange purple cocktail removes 2.7lbs every 4 days

This effective juice jolts the metabolism, boosts energy and burns fat all day.

Learn More »

Promotion

Turn on your JavaScript to view content

6. Wraps/Kimonos/Cardigans

Kimonos paired with basic tees was one of my go-to outfits during my pregnancy, and it’s still my favorite thing postpartum for warmer months. And in fall/winter, I just layered with thicker long length cardigans instead. KIMONO: This one is 2 years old and no longer stocked, but I’ll link a similar one. TEE: I looooove all of the Luxe tees from Old Navy. They’re so soft, wash well, and fit just loose enough around the middle without being frumpy. Wearing a Medium but size up if you don’t want tummy skimming. This one is just barely big enough for me. JEANS: I’m a big fan of high waist Old Navy Rockstar skinnies to suck in all of the mom pooch. Wearing an 8 but runs a tad large. I could likely fit into a 6 in these.

HEELS: Old faithful black block heels. See above.

Turn on your JavaScript to view content

7. Loose tops

Total no-brainer, but I’m a big fan of loose fitting tops and am a sucker for ones that have some sort of fun detail around the bottom hem.

TOP: This one was $18 on Amazon.

JEANS: Favorites! See tip #1.

SANDALS: See tip #5.

Turn on your JavaScript to view content

How’s that for a totally random, never thought I’d ever share kind of post? Ha! I’m all for whatever will help y’all though. And I wish I’d known some of this back in the day when I felt so uncomfortable adjusting to my new #MomBod. Love that body of yours, mama. It worked hard to carry those sweet babes, and don’t you ever doubt its beauty for a second. Would you want to see more budget-friendly fashion type posts in the future? Just curious. I can’t decide if this should be a one time thing or not.

blesserhouse.com - How to Dress to Hide Mom Belly Pooch - Bless'er House

Does detoxing make you tired?

Your body is going to tell you first if you need a detox. "You may feel tired, sluggish, lethargic or moody. You may get gut issues or even...

Last updated Feb 8, 2019

How can I sleep 8 hours without waking up?

Advertisement Establish a quiet, relaxing bedtime routine. ... Relax your body. ... Make your bedroom conducive to sleep. ... Put clocks in your...

Last updated May 30, 2022

Purple mojito “devours” 57lbs of flab?

This effective juice jolts the metabolism, boosts energy and burns fat all day.

Learn More »

Promotion

How can I increase my sperm volume overnight?

5 Healthy Ways to Increase Semen Volume Drink More Water. Drinking more water and keeping yourself hydrated is one of the best ways to increase the...

Last updated Sep 7, 2019

Tasty juice “eats through” 54lbs of thick flab

This effective juice jolts the metabolism, boosts energy and burns fat all day.

Learn More »

Promotion

What are the signs of a hormonal belly?

6 signs your hormones are making you gain weight and how to get rid of hormonal belly You feel less satiated after eating. ... You're always...

Last updated Feb 27, 2018