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As the consumers of the world start to move in a more green direction, one thing I notice becoming more available is organic clothing. However, I think a lot of people are wondering what is the need for organic cotton and organic clothing? Sure it makes sense to try and eat organic foods since they are going directly into our body but it is hard to see that same correlation when it comes to t-shirts and pants.

Something I learned early on in my green journey is that things like lotions, soaps, etc. that we put on our skin are then absorbed through our pores directly into our bloodstream. So even though we aren’t ingesting them, the chemicals still get right into our bodies and harm us. I have to wonder if a cotton shirt that was grown with pesticides would have that same effect. Can the chemical used to grow that cotton be absorbed by my body? Here is a little food for thought on how conventional cotton is grown courtesy of the Organic Trade Association:

• Cotton uses approximately 25% of the world’s insecticides and more than 10% of the pesticides.
• Fifty-five million pounds of pesticides were sprayed on the 12.8 million acres of conventional cotton grown in the U.S. in 2003 ranking cotton third behind corn and soybeans in total amount of pesticides sprayed.
• The Environmental Protection Agency considers seven of the top 15 pesticides used on cotton in 2000 in the United States as “possible,” “likely,” “probable,” or “known” human carcinogens.

The fact that some of these pesticides are known to be possible carcinogens yet they are still being spayed on our crops and land just scares me. What kind of damage are we causing to our bodies and planet? On the flip side, organic cotton is grown without the use of toxic and persistent pesticides, synthetic fertilizers and genetically engineered seed. While organic clothes do tend to be more expensive, I feel that the more we continue to buy, the more will become available and in turn the prices should start to go down. In 2007-2008 there was a 152% growth in organic cotton production worldwide – so it would seem we are heading in the right direction!

Now I honestly didn’t think anyone made organic maternity clothes until I checked out Due Maternity. Much to my surprise, they do offer some! You can start with an Organic Bella Band – I love mine and I honestly think that every pregnant woman needs a Bella Band. For a cute outfit, I would go with Japanese Weekend’s During & After Luck Top and Flare Maternity Pants. In fact, if you go to Due Maternity and do a search for “organic” you will find lots of cool stuff – even organic nursing bras!

Marianna Nichols is the Owner & Editor of Green Mama’s Pad.

Celebrities are always the go-to source for all that is chic and stylish. While pregnant, they never fail to disappoint. Heidi Klum, who is expecting her 4th child {and finally, a GIRL!} this October is one of my favorites to watch while expecting.  What is her favorite maternity piece of clothing? Balenciaga’s black jeans! While not exactly “maternity wear” she wears them under her belly. Not exactly a look everyone can pull off.

Want to get the celebrity fashion status for less? Try these jeans from Maternal America! The perfect skinny jean to get you through your pregnancy in style!

Super comfy underbelly fit waistband that can be worn from the beginning to the end of your pregnancy and beyond. Pair with heels, boots, flats and your favorite tee or sweater for a fantastic look. We love the new dark black wash. Perfect for any season.

To get the “Heid” look pair these jeans with a ultra comfy cami from Fit 2b

and this versitile lightweight maternity jacket from Momzee Coco

I’m Clarissa, a.k.a. the POSHpreneur and also the Owner of The Posh Parent. I love all things fabulous and frilly. I am a real girl’s girl. I’m a wife and mother of 2, soon to be 3 children. This pregnancy is our last and with that, I am determined to make this my finest! I have been so eager for my baby bump to start to show and now, at 4 months pregnant, it is finally popping out a bit. I’m wanted to share with you how to rock your bump with style from [bump] tees!

First of all, I have to say that in all honesty, being pregnant was not when I felt my best. Once the belly popped though, I felt like I could rule the world. The way that people smile at you when you are pregnant makes me happy. I love how there are so many fashionable maternity clothes that you can wear now that accentuate the bump. Better yet, brands like [bump] tees make fun sayings to go on these tees making this time in your life fun.

One of my personal favs is this shirt for Daddy”without me there would be no [bump]” Classic!

So, who IS [bump]? That was the question on my mind when I saw these tees. I love a good story about how brands came to be and this one is one of my all-time inspirational ones. Renae is a 3G gal– gifted, generous & gorgeous!

A little tidbit from her site: ”

Renae was incredibly excited about her [bump], but like most moms-to-be, she was concerned that most people just thought she was letting herself go. She wanted to scream, “I’m not fat–[bump] on board!”

Disappointed to find that nothing catered to the first four to five months of pregnancy before the [bump] finally “pops,” Renae decided to create and wear her own maternity designs on her growing belly that reflected her sense of style and humor.  That’s when [bump] was born!

Renae’s [bump] designs quickly garnered such an amazing response from friends and strangers alike that she realized she was onto something good. Pregnant again within a year of her first child’s birth, Renae refined and expanded her [bump] line and for the next several months, the world at large became her focus group.  Since then she has had her [bump] tees worn by celebrities like Jenna Elfman, Matt Damon’s wife Luciana Barroso, Gillian Anderson, Brooke Burke, Jennifer Meyer, Sarah Wayne Callies, Nancy O’Dell, Poppy Montgomery, Jaime Lynne Spears, Jason Preistly & Ali Landry.

Currently, Renae juggles three young children, her husband and soul mate, her talent management company and [bump] babies. Oh, and she most recently saved her kids local preschool Camelot Kids – so now she runs that as well.  www.camelotkids.org! ”

You can read more about her here and be sure to check out Due Maternity’s collection of [bump] tees .

Hi!

I’m a huge fan of anything that makes my life easier from pre-chopped veggies in the produce section to 1-click shopping. When it comes to maternity clothes I also want it easy. Shopping a brand you already know (and love) is truly effortless.

And that’s part of the reason that I love the maternity line from Michael Stars. I know I adore their everyday tees so it’s practically child’s play when it comes to the belly-friendly versions. What makes them great? The shapes are flattering (see the gorgeous surplice neckline on this pretty green tee), the knit is stretchy without being too clingy and the the sheen makes them Michael Stars special. The only hard part about them is choosing which one!

Happy shopping!

Erin

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Feeding your baby organic foods can help limit your baby’s exposure to pesticides and water contamination. This is true as organic production uses materials and practices that enhance the ecological balance of natural systems and integrate the parts of the farming system into an ecological whole. This is not just good for you baby – this is good all around!

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Don’t want a graphic t-shirt or dressy maternity top? Take a look at our basic tees & tanks maternity wear.  These maternity tops come in soft colors, such as grape, grass, sky, coral and the basics – navy, black and white. 

This V-Neck Cap Sleeve Maternity Tee is made of 10% cotton and the cap sleeved v-neck style adds a bit of flair!
Available at DueMaternity.com

Due Maternity has a great selection of graphic maternity T-shirts for you to wear on those days you want to dress down and feel completely comfortable.  Our original [bump]-tee, shown here, is super soft and stretchy.  Show off your beautiful bump with this [bump]alicious! t-shirt.

This maternity t-shirt has a sexy side to it. Wear it as a scooped neck or off the shoulders for a flirtatious twist – available at Duematernity.com