Women’s Wardrobe Thick Winter Maternity Leggings Extra Warm Soft

Product Information

Even though it's not technically a maternity style, this popular pair is lightweight and stretchy enough to fit your growing bump throughout each trimester. Not only is it perfect for pregnancy, it's also ideal to wear during the postpartum days and beyond, making it a great investment in the long run.

Stretch recovery: To ensure the leggings can maintain their elasticity after use, we perform standardized tests on fabric to see how well they return to their original shape after being stretched out. The test included a light walk of approximately 15 to 20 minutes, at a brisk pace when possible, to see how the leggings performed when moving around. We paid attention to whether the leggings stayed put, started to sag, or felt uncomfortable. We also took note of whether the fabric felt soft against the skin or caused chafing. We set a timer for 60 seconds and moved around to determine if the waistband shifted. These leggings performed beautifully for durability, with zero changes after being washed. They kept their softness and remained fully opaque. Pilling resistance: Our Martindale abrasion tester rubs swatches of fabric together 1,000 times to see if the fabric will stay smooth or develop unsightly pills.

How we tested

First, we unboxed the maternity leggings and tried them on. We noted how the leggings felt when pulling them on and if the fabric was soft and breathable. Next, we wore the leggings during usual activities, like running errands, working from home, or watching TV, for at least seven days during a four-week testing period. Additionally, we documented whether the leggings were stretchy for various ranges of motion, sagged at any point, cut into the skin, had a loose waistband, or felt too tight or loose in places. We absolutely think you should treat yourself to a pair of non-maternity leggings you can wear in early pregnancy and then return to after delivery. The Lululemon Align High-Rise Pants are made with a buttery-soft nylon and Lycra elastane blend that provides solid coverage.

Why We Like It: With strong (but not too tight) compression, they hug body in all the right places. As their name suggests, maternity support tights provide added support for your bump during pregnancy. Many support tights have a front panel that cradles your bump and grows with it throughout your pregnancy. Opaque maternity tightsOur pregnant testers evaluated 25 maternity leggings in the comfort of their homes, assessing each on durability, fit, comfort, opaqueness, hold, and overall value. We also followed guidance from the American Pregnancy Association.Moreover, we spoke with OB-GYN and maternal fetal medicine specialist Kecia Gaither, M.D., MPH, MS/MBA, FACOGand retired OB-GYN Kimberly Langdon, M.D. You should feel comfortable and supported while wearing leggings during your pregnancy, but they shouldn't feel tight or restrictive. If you're feeling uncomfortable, we'd recommend sizing up for a more comfy fit. How Mother&Baby selected the best maternity leggings It can be confusing to know which size to buy when choosing maternity tights. You may wonder whether to buy your normal size or a larger size. Well, buying your normal size in tights is the best way to shop for maternity tights. Nowadays, leggings are nice to have whether you're pregnant or not. But, when you're standing on your feet all day, going to work, or attending your favorite virtual yoga class while a human's growing inside you, comfort becomes a must. You may think you can get away with your stretchy, comfortable pre-maternity leggings, and you likely can! But, maternity leggings are specifically designed with extra stretch and compression for maximum support and comfort to cradle your growing belly.