The Best Maternity Underwear, According to Moms-to-Be

Kindred Bravely bras and underwear have a devoted following for a reason: The material is ultra soft and the fit works wherever a woman is in her pregnancy. The brand’s Kindred Bravely Grow With Me Maternity & Postpartum Brief is a favorite among What to Expect moms-to-be. To start, the briefs are made of a lightweight nylon and spandex blend that feels smooth against sensitive skin, and it’s made to grow with you without stretching out. Then there’s the brief style, which provides plenty of coverage even as your body grows. Many moms say they wore these undies after birth, too. Moms who undergo C-sections might find them particularly nice, as they cover a C-section incision without irritating it, thanks to the high waist and soft fabric. 

These under-the-bump panties are low in the front but offer fuller coverage in the rear, so they never feel like they’re going to fall off. They’re made of a comfy, stretchy cotton and spandex blend with an inner lining that’s all cotton for a soft feel against your skin. (Which, again, makes them ideal for postpartum wear, especially if you’re recovering from a C-section since they won’t irritate your incision.) 

Lots of moms-to-be will appreciate the supportive fit, and those who carry low note that the under-the-belly style doesn’t put added pressure on their bump. Another feature moms appreciate are the wide leg openings that won’t pinch your thighs.

At less than $5 a pair, this underwear comes at an affordable price tag and is available in a variety of colors — just two other things to love!

While some moms-to-be like maternity underwear to sit under their bump, others prefer the support and coverage of an over-the-belly style. If you fall in the latter camp, you’ll love the Blanqi Seamless Maternity Over Belly Support Panties. 

Made of a soft and stretchy nylon and spandex blend, the fabric is gently supportive but still very lightweight and non-constricting, thanks to an expandable belly panel. The flat elastic at the top helps prevent the undies from rolling down without digging into your bump, so you can wear them all day without having to adjust. 

Old Navy’s maternity underwear is popular among What to Expect moms, and this low-rise style is a great pick if you’re looking for a seamless option. The Old Navy Maternity No-Show Low-Rise Soft-Knit Bikini Underwear comfortably sits under your bump with the help of an elasticized cross-front waistband, yet is designed to be no-show so you can wear them under leggings without getting lines. Moms appreciate the buttery soft fabric that feels gentle against their skin, and the fact that these undies don’t roll or slide down the way some other pairs do. 

Youdon’t have to ditch thongs while pregnant, especially if you opt for Kindred Bravely’s Grow With Me maternity and postpartum thong. Made of the same super comfy, stretchy material as their popular Grow With Me briefs, What to Expect moms love how much the thong stretches without getting baggy. What’s more, they’re a great seamless option, so you can wear them under your tight-fitting bottoms without lines. Moms also say that they stay up all day thanks to the thick waistband that rests comfortably under your bump.

Amazon’s Mama Cotton brand is rated highly by What to Expect moms, especially those in the Plus Size Moms To Be Community who appreciate the soft material, comfortable fit and long-lasting design. Moms rave about the moisture-wicking breathable fabric of these undies, which are made of cotton and spandex for comfort and stretch. The high-rise fit also means that you don’t have to worry about them falling down, and many moms say that they hold up well over time to wear during postpartum, too. One unique feature of these underwear is that they have an adjustable waistband, so you can modify it as your belly grows for the best fit. Note that some moms say these ran small, so you may want to size up.

These Slick Chick briefs have easy-to-use side fasteners that simplify self-dressing or caregiver dressing assistance, as well as putting on underwear during pregnancy when it’s difficult to bend down and pull up a pair. A breathable cotton lining with moisture-wicking design means you can feel fresh and dry, and reviewers say they’re very comfortable for all-day wear. They’re tag-free, too, meaning you don’t have to worry about itchiness. And while they’re not technically maternity underwear, the brand notes that the bikini style sits low on the waistline and works well for pregnant bellies.

Many moms-to-be stock up on disposable underwear for the postpartum period, during which time it can be easiest to wear disposable undies with a pad. But you may also want to wear disposable underwear during pregnancy, especially if you’re experiencing some urinary incontinence and want to wear a pad comfortably. 

These non-mesh microfiber and spandex Frida Mom boy shorts are incredibly popular, especially among What to Expect moms. They’re super stretchy and lightweight, ideal to pull over your bump without digging into it uncomfortably. The fabric is free of tags, so there’s nothing that could irritate your skin. Moms like that this underwear offers light support and feels like “real” underwear even though it’s disposable.

Frida Mom sells their disposable underwear in two styles (high-waisted and boyshort, which is pictured) and in two sizes for each: petite, which stretches up to 34 inches in the waist, and regular, which goes up to 42 inches.