PRODUCT REVIEW:

Bella Band - a Fashion Must for Soon to Be and New Moms

I couldn't believe my ears, the other day I actually heard someone say "I'm only 10 weeks along and my pants won't stay up! Isn't there anything I can do?" Well, as the unofficial maternity fashion superhero, I came to her rescue and told her all about the BellaBand. I thought everyone had heard about the BellaBand, but for those that haven't, it is the pregnant woman's best fashion accessory.

Newly pregnant: Ideal with pre-pregnancy jeans, pants, skirts and shorts that are unbuttoned and even unzipped a bit. Wear any pre-pregnancy favourite as long as your bum and hips allow.

At this stage, I like the BellaBand folded over, adding an extra layer to disguise bulky unfastened buttons and zippers for a smooth belly look. It also adds strength to hold your pants. Great with transition wear that may fall down around your hips if you're still small, but enjoy the comfort of an expanded waistline.

Definitely pregnant: Great with so many maternity styles. The BellaBand conceals excess fabric, smooths out panels and elastic waistbands and holds up any style that might feel a bit loose. Great with any transition wear that fits your body, not your belly – unbutton them to get a little more use.

At this stage, the Bella band works folded over or in a single layer... whatever feels good. It's also comfortable with drawstring pants that fall below the belly – the BellaBand holds them up!

So very pregnant: Sometimes that belly pushes under-the-belly styles down around your hips. Use the BellaBand for extra reinforcement over low-rise maternity styles.

Try a single layer covering the belly and waistband if you want some support. Otherwise, fold in a double layer over your under-the-belly waistband. The specially-designed knit will keep you comfortable and your pants secure.

Recovering belly babes: OK, so you can't leave the hospital in pre-pregnancy clothes (and if you can, we don't want to hear about it.) Bring your BellaBand to the hospital. Wear with maternity that is too big and pre-pregnancy that can't fasten around your waist. You'll have more clothes to choose from, and feel better with it on.

Nursing Mom? Wear your BellaBand with any top to give you some extra coverage when you lift your top from below.

We really do mean that it is the fashion accessory all expecting moms must have.