The tights’ product description calls out indoor cycling and prenatal yoga—both no-impact activities. And running is very much not no-impact. RW tester, Candice, road-tested Goodbody Goodmommy’s Maternity Leggings during her third trimester. Courtesy of Candice Silvestre How to Choose Gear That Works for Both of You A must-have layering piece, our Navy 3 in 1 Maternity Gilet will keep you and your little one cosy through every stage. Pair it with a sweater or wear it as an extra layer to adapt your regular winter coat for pregnancy & babywearing. It’s designed for bump, for baby and forever.

Like most nursing sports bras, this one comes with removable pads. Women—moms or not—agree that removable pads should not exist: They bunch up and move around in the wash. A lightweight layering piece, our 3 in 1 Maternity Gilet is designed for bump, for baby and forever. Featuring a super-flattering diagonal quilted design & discrete stretch panels at the sides, this sporty style is designed to grow with you through every stage of pregnancy. I commend companies for making maternity activewear, like A Pea in the Pod and Gap, even if it’s expensive and not running-specific, because it does offer moms-to-be a chance to stay active when they’re expecting. Toward the end of 2019, Cadenshae, a maternity activewear company, signed Alysia Montano after she spoke out against her former sponsor, Nike, for its treatment toward its mother runners. Mums, meet the 6 in 1 Grey Maternity Coat complete with removable Fleece Gilet! It’s stylish, cosy & fantastically versatile, designed for bump, babywearing & beyond.I’ll probably continue to wear these for running [folded down] even when I’m not pregnant,” she wrote. Our tester applauds the bra’s quality when it comes to washing and odor control—much like Nike’s non-maternity gear. Another tester agreed: Normally this bra would not have enough support for running, but because she’s well into her third trimester with a fuller chest and doing light running, the bra was comfortable.

And the idea of running in this bra with boobs full of milk gives me nightmares, and that's what this is supposed to be for, right?” she says, pointing out that the bra could be perfect for infant yoga. Invest when it makes sense: If you know you want to run throughout your pregnancy, finding comfortable and supportive clothing could be a worthwhile investment. As you get bigger, it can be harder and harder to get out the door. Clothing that fits well and feels good will make the workout more enjoyable. You may use your clothing again and if not, you can consign or donate.This sporty maternity gilet is designed to fit and flatter your changing curves. Featuring concealed zip-away stretch panels to the sides, the style grows with your bump throughout your nine months. The closure system is adjustable for a more personalized fit (although the style is still over-the-head). Both testers said the tights fit true to size and went with their normal pre-pregnancy sizes (a direct that most maternity brands give).

Just like our best-selling 3 in 1 styles, it comes with a detachable panel for babywearing. Designed to zip up over your baby carrier or sling, then zip off again when you’re done. Plus, maternity clothing—active or otherwise—is expensive. And because a woman is only wearing it for a short period of time, it can be hard to justify the cost.As with all running gear, comfort is key. That’s especially important when your body is already so uncomfortable with its other marathon—growing a human. After having gone through the gear-choosing-while-pregnant process twice, here are a few pro tips to keep in mind. Just like our best-selling 3 in 1 styles, it comes with a zip-on panel for babywearing. Designed to zip up over your baby carrier or sling, then zip off again afterwards. A true hero piece for changeable weather, this coat is made to last. You’ll love it through multiple pregnancies & long after your little ones have outgrown the carrier! But here’s where things get REALLY clever... The coat comes in two pieces – a shower-resistant outer coat in a premium wool blend & an inner fleece gilet with a cosy velour lining. The two pieces zip together or can be worn separately – perfect for changeable weather. And the best bit… the babywearing panel is fully reversible, so you can wear it with both pieces, together or separately.