Whilst there are limited shops that stock maternity/nursing wear in their stores (a few do!) a lot do stock it online and have the facilities to return unsuitable items. We have firstly listed the shops recommended by Mumblers, followed by Mumbler Advice & Tips about both maternity and nursing wear.
ASDA (Monks Cross and Online)
“I picked up some things at Asda. There is a section with last chance to buy which has things people have ordered online and returned to store.”
Mumbler SP
Jockey Ln, Monks Cross, Huntington, York YO32 9LF
T: 01904 628107
ASOS Online
“ASOS is fantastic for maternity clothes as they have so many modern trends to stop you feeling frumpy. It’s also great that they also offer their maternity range in longer lengths too. Very easy returns and very reasonably priced.”
Mumbler KH
“I know its online but ASOS do free returns, I bought loads and returned what didn’t look right.”
Mumbler VB
Bumpfit Maternity Activewear
Soft, stretchy, breathable maternity fitness leggings that enable you to stay comfortably active throughout your pregnancy and also postpartum. Perfect for everything from yoga to running. These leggings have a built in panel that perfectly hugs your bump and due to our clever design, stretches with you as you get bigger and beyond. Our clothes use the highest quality technical fabrics with moisture-wicking capabilities, four-way stretch, blind stitch seams, and maternity specific support design. Simply fold down for smaller bumps and post-partum or pull up over your bump as you get bigger.
Mention Mumbler Offer: 10% off with code MUMBLER2018
T: 07445 228729
H & M (Instore and Online)
Be comfortably chic with our maternity wear. Stick to classic white or black or try new colours and prints. Our maternity wear feature easy-to-wear dresses, cute knits and blouses, denim and a variety of smart and stylish accessories.
“H&M have gorgeous tops and dresses that aren’t actually maternity but more than perfect for baby bump based on their style. I’d definitely recommend going there. (Instore)”
Mumbler LT
3 Spurrier Gate, York YO1 9NJ / Monks cross
T: 0843 9027050
JoJo Maman Bebe
A short 10-minute walk over the river from the railway station, we are perfectly located for a day out shopping or visiting attractions. They offer a professional Bra fitting service and Maternity wear WC and Changing Area.
“jojo maman bebe is lovely, there’s a little room at the back for feeding baby with comfy chairs, and toilets for changing, I sometimes have my lunch in there sort baby out and carry on shopping”
Mumbler SR
“Jojo mama Bebe amazing always go there staff friendly”
Mumbler JL
JoJoMamanBebe, 81 Low Petergate, York, YO1 7HY
T: 01904 639447
New Look Online
New Look’s specially designed range of fashion maternity wear, ensure you look and feel fantastic! Our maternity collection delivers all you need to stay stylishly on-trend. Taking inspiration from current trends, fabulous celebrity expectant mothers and of course, your comfort, New Look’s wide maternity range has something for every occasion.
“I got some really comfortable seamless leggings.”
Mumbler NW
Next Online
Discover what’s new in the maternity clothing collections at Next. With catwalk inspired trends and comfort in mind, shop our beautifully designed pieces for you and your bump. From stylish dresses and work clothes to comfy tops, trousers and coats, find your favourite designs, colours and combinations to express your personality during your pregnancy.
“I bought all my maternity wear from Next online, its great as you can have items delivered to store, try on in the shop and hand back immediately what you don’t want.”
Mumbler MB
Red Herring @ Debenhams Online
Seraphine (Leeds Store and Online)
“Take a day trip to Leeds and go to Seraphine, we bought a couple of really good pieces that’ll see me through and will be able to wear once I get my body back.”
Mumbler SN
I did most of my shopping online with a lovely company called Seraphine. They’re based in London but have some lovely stuff both for everyday and special occasions. Lived in this stuff when I was pregnant.
Mumbler LY
10/12, Cross Arcade, Victoria Quarter, Leeds LS1 6AZ
T: 0113 336 5150
“Don’t forget to check out the Mumbler Nearly New Sales for maternity clothes.”
Mumbler KH
“I tended to wear normal tops that I liked just a size bigger or skater style dresses with leggings.”
Mumbler HR
“Maternity compression tights available from Boots help with reducing varicose veins.”
Mumbler KN
“I found a lot of the maternity jeans too tight, so my mother-in-law kindly cut the elastic for me and threaded some pretty ribbon through them all so they could be tied looser as bump grew.”
Mumbler KH
“Recommendations for large comfy nursing bras, I found M&S nursing bras great”
Mumbler EF
“I’ve just got a load from jo jo maman bebe and I’m finding them very comfy”
Mumbler SO
“I found and still wear they’ve lasted great (15 months almost) padded ones (bras) from mothercare they did large sizes I was struggling getting large bra’s. I also only like padded bra’s.”
Mumbler ZS
“I got measured then ordered bras from Bravissimo online. Leia in town is fab too!”
Mumbler RC
“I only bought a pair of maternity jeans, and just wore normal stretchy vests and jumpers lol. Good to know I didn’t waste money on things I wouldn’t wear again though. More to spend on bubba!”
Mumbler EB
“I never really bothered with maternity clothes as I found them to make me look way bigger than I already was! I just wore stretchy dresses from H&M with maternity tights from mothercare and a cardigan”
Mumbler KM