15 Best Maternity Swimsuits for All Stages of Pregnancy, According to Pregnant Women
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Shopping for the best maternity swimsuits can be groan-inducing (take it straight from the mouth of this mom of four). You have to take into account an expanding belly and pregnancy symptoms like sore breasts. My advice? Don’t beat yourself up over it. Hey, you don’t technically even need maternity swimwear. Many moms I spoke to told me they simply grabbed their favorite one-piece bathing suit or high-waisted bikini one size larger.
If you’re down to dig, though, there is an upside to maternity swimwear. “Typically, maternity-specific swimsuits have added fabric in the midsection, which helps achieve a better fit while your body is changing size,” says Gabrielle Carrington, a product developer for Kindred Bravely, one of the most popular maternity-wear brands. Adjustable straps are also nice to have, says Carrington, since they allow you to tighten the suit as it stretches with use and wear. Built-in shelf bras can also help everything stay supported and in place too.
To save you time in the fitting room (or a few extra scrolls if you’re shopping for a gift for a pregnant friend), we hand-picked the best maternity bathing suits. These tankinis, one-pieces, and bikinis are all made with you and your bump in mind, so you can feel more comfortable at the beach or pool, plus look stylish at the same time.
The best maternity swimsuits, at a glance
- Best Overall: Red Ruched-Sides Front-Cutout Maternity One-Piece Swimsuit, $54
- Best One-Piece: Summer Mae One-Piece Maternity Swimsuit, $39
- Best Nonmaternity: Summersalt The Sidestroke, $95
- Best Plus-Size: YouSwim Eva Suit,$159
- Best Maternity Bikini: Summer Mae Maternity High-Waist Swimsuit, $40
- Best for Large Busts: Cache Coeur Toscane One-Piece Maternity Swimsuit, $120
- Best for Lap Swimming: EQ Swimwear Performance One Piece Harmony Lap Swimming Maternity Suit, $65
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- 1/17
Best One-Piece: Red Ruched-Sides Front-Cutout Maternity One-Piece Swimsuit
This gorgeous red number has all the hallmarks of a workhorse bathing suit: a flattering V-neck, plus eye-catching front and back cutouts. It also has design features like ruched sides and adjustable straps to keep you comfortable well into your third trimester.
“I can’t justify spending a lot on maternity clothes in general, let alone a bathing suit,” said Glamour contributor Brigitt Earley. “But so many inexpensive bathing suits just look and feel, well, cheap. I find they especially lack any compression, looking sad and baggy after just a few wears.” Not PinkBlush’s offerings, though. “This suit is even prettier in person,” says Earley. “The color is vibrant and the combination of the cutout and the deep V-neck is super stylish.”
Sizes: S-XL / Material: Nylon, spandex
- What we love: Five colors, ruched sides, adjustable straps
- What could improve: Runs small
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- 2/17
Summer Mae One-Piece Maternity Swimsuit
This bathing suit is just as comfortable as your favorite T-shirt. It’s made of super-stretchy fabric, adjustable shoulder straps, and moderate tummy control to cradle your bump. This ribbed number can even be worn comfortably after pregnancy—especially since the detachable buttons provide easy access for nursing sessions.
Testers love the affordability, of course, but also praise it for the fit. “I comfortably wore this suit from five months on,” says one tester. “I like that it offers full coverage all around—no cheeks popping out or boob spillage—but doesn’t look at all frumpy.” Another nice feature? You can wear the shoulder straps the regular way or cross them. It also boasts removable padding in the bra, depending on how much lift you want.
Sizes: S-3XL / Material: Nylon, spandex, polyester
- What we love: Eight colors, detachable buttons for nursing
- What could improve: Not enough support for large busts
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- 3/17
Best Nonmaternity: Summersalt The Sidestroke
If you don’t want to spend money on pregnancy wear, you’ll fit into for only a few months, we don’t blame you. It’s something a lot of mom’s choose not to do, and Summersalt offers a worthy nonmaternity option that’ll fit during and after pregnancy. The brand’s best-selling swimsuit is great for pregnant women—especially those in the first or second trimester—since it offers full bust support, full butt coverage, and light all-around compression to cradle your baby bump. If you want to wear it later in your pregnancy, we recommend sizing up for maximum comfort.
“I went up a size from my normal pre-pregnancy size, and it worked out perfectly, even at 7 months,” one mom says. “And the best part? Now that I’m about six months postpartum, it still fits me well enough to get another season out of it.” For all shoppers out there, this suit is one of our editor’s favorite swimsuits for plus-size and for those with large busts as well.
Sizes: 0-24 / Material: Recycled polyamide, elastane
- What we love: Flattering diagonal seams, great bust support, full-coverage bottom, 13 colors
- What could improve: Runs small
- 4/17
Summer Mae Maternity High-Waist Swimsuit
This budget-friendly Amazon swimsuit is one of the most fun and flirty options out there. The smocked top has an ultra-feminine ruffle that sits over the high-waist bottoms to cover any skin on the belly. It also has removable padding and adjustable shoulder straps, so you’re sure to get the right fit.
Wearers love the generous side ruching and ample butt coverage of the bottoms. “When you’re seven months pregnant, a cheeky look was the last thing I wanted,” says Earley, who appreciates the fact that this two-piece is playful but offers more coverage than your average bikini. Also nice: The suit comes in 11 different colors and patterns to suit your personal style.
Sizes: S-XXL / Material: Nylon, spandex, polyester
- What we love: No exposed belly, removable padding
- What could improve: Runs a bit small
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- 5/17
Best for Large Busts: Cache Coeur Toscane One-Piece Maternity Swimsuit
For women with large busts, suits with wide straps offer a lot more support up top. We love this suit because the wide straps cross at the back so you can wear them on or off the shoulder. There’s also a sewn-in bra for even more support. “I've always had a large chest, but after I got pregnant? Well, let’s just say they got even bigger—they hurt, too,” one mom says. “This suit did such a great job keeping everything tucked in exactly where it was supposed to be, so I wasn’t uncomfortable or self-conscious poolside with my family. Worth the splurge, for sure!”
Bump-flattering ruching and a full-coverage bottom are nice touches too. UPF 50+ fabric completes the package, adding to the overall value of this luxe swimsuit. Oh, it’s also OEKO-TEX certified, which means the material is free from all kinds of harmful chemicals.
Sizes: S-XXL / Material: Polyamide, nylon, polyester
- What we love: Wide adjustable straps, full-coverage bottom, UPF 50+ fabric
- What could improve: Expensive
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- 6/17
EastElegant Maternity Swimsuit
If you’re looking for a fuss-free one-piece swimsuit, this is it. Though undeniably stylish, it doesn’t have any crazy straps or design features to contend with. Even at the tail end of your pregnancy, you’ll have no trouble pulling this one-piece on and securing the tie on the halter top. Still, you’ll look chic and sophisticated, thanks to the plunging neckline and vibrant jewel tone.
“I wore this at nearly nine months, and it wasn’t too tight in the belly or the bust,” one mom said. “Somehow, I actually felt pretty cute on the side of the pool—and huge testament to the style!”
Sizes: XS-3XL / Material: Nylon, elastane
- What we love: Easy to put on; 11 colors
- What could improve: Smaller-chested women say the top portion of the suit runs large
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- 7/17
Seraphine Nautical Tie Back Maternity Swimsuit
“Seraphine was always one of my go-tos for maternity clothes of all kinds, from maternity jeans and maternity dresses to swimsuits and even winter coats,” says Earley. “Everything they make is stylish and high-quality. It’s one of the only retailers I didn’t mind spending a little more for when pregnant, because of how nice everything I bought looked and felt, not to mention held up.”
We like this sophisticated suit, because it has a classic charm that makes it the perfect pick for your baby moon. The flattering crossover neckline, white piping, and self-tie back bow all add style points, while the side ruching and wide waistband work wonders to shape and support where you need it most.
Sizes: XS-XXL / Material: Nylon, elastane, polyester
- What we love: Sophisticated style, supportive bust
- What could improve: Comes in only one color
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- 8/17
Kindred Bravely Ruffle Wrap Maternity & Nursing One Piece Swimsuit
The pregnant women we polled love that this swimsuit has the ruching and support they need but also has a life beyond the gestational period. It’s a lifesaver once the baby is born, owing to the built-in nursing bra—simply pull the overlapping chest down and to the side for easy access when it’s time to feed the baby. As a nice bonus, the material is rated UPF 50, which means it offers some clothing sun protection.
We love that, in addition to the standard sizes, this bathing suit comes in one of two additional fits: regular or busty. Make your selection based on your chest size—regular fits cups B-D, while busty fits cups E-I—then choose small through 1X to suit the rest of your body.
Sizes: S-1X / Material: Recycled polyester, spandex
- What we love: Comes in two different fits based on cup size; easy access for nursing; UPF 50 fabric
- What could improve: Some say it runs a bit large
- 9/17
Gap Maternity Square Neck One-Piece Swimsuit
“I got the vast majority of my maternity clothes—swimsuits included—at Gap,” one mom of three told us. “There’s plenty to choose from, the quality is there, and best of all, they hold frequent sales, so you can score what you need for much less than full retail price.”
For those looking for one-pieces, we love this classic square-neck style. It comes in four colors, including a polka dot pattern, but who could resist the Barbie pink? The material, a largely recycled polyester, is exceptionally stretchy to accommodate your belly from day one all the way through 40 weeks.
Sizes: XXS-XXL / Material: Recycled polyamide, spandex
- What we love: Very stretchy, retailer holds frequent sales
- What could improve: Sizes sell out quickly
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- 10/17
Old Navy Maternity Scoop Neck Swim Dress
Whether you’ll be chasing an older child around the beach or simply want a little more coverage than your average swimsuit offers, a maternity swim dress is a nice option. It looks a little bit more like a tenniscore fave, but can be worn in the water like any other bathing suit.
Moms tell Glamour there’s few better places to buy maternity wear of all kinds than Old Navy, which is why we gravitated toward this suit in the first place. It’s affordable but feature-packed. You’ll get adjustable straps and removable pads for the right fit up top, shirred sides for breathing room in the tummy, and a mini skirt with built-in briefs for that coverage you’re after.
Sizes: XS-XXL / Material: Recycled polyester, spandex
- What we love: More coverage than most options, adjustable straps and removable cups
- What could improve: Popular sizes sell out quickly
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- 11/17
ASOS Maternity Amy Crinkle Low Back Swimsuit
Consider this a great dupe for the Hunza G stan. The one-size crinkle suit has all the hallmarks of the one you know and love, but it comes in a maternity-specific style at a fraction of the price. Translation: You won’t feel bad about its limited life as a closet staple.
For style points, it has a scoop neck, a scoop back, and a high-cut leg. “It has a little more coverage in the booty, though,” says one mom who has tried both styles. The burnt red shade is a real head-turner too. (It also comes in a light blue, if that’s more your style.)
Sizes: One size / Material: Polyester, spandex
- What we love: Super stretchy, comes in two colors
- What could improve: Doesn’t have any compression
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- 12/17
Ziola Retro Plum Wrap Front Tankini
A hybrid between a maternity bikini and a one-piece, this suit is technically two pieces but offers more coverage than your standard two-piece. A goldilocks option, if you will. Wearers love all of the ways to customize both the top and the bottoms. The top comes with removable cups and adjustable straps for the right fit in the bust, as well as ruched sides that grow with your belly right up to your due date. The fuller-coverage bottoms are customizable too, thanks to adjustable lacings to accommodate growing hips.
Sizes: S-XXL / Material: Nylon, spandex
- What we love: Highly adjustable, full-coverage bottoms
- What could improve: Hand-wash only
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- 13/17
YouSwim Eva Suit
One piece or bikini with high-waist bottoms? Maybe even a cheeky bottom? When it comes to YouSwim, the choice is entirely yours. The brand’s size-inclusive swimwear is specifically designed for your body. Sure, there are technically only two sizes, but they suit many individuals. Stretch I fits sizes 2-14, while Stretch II fits sizes 14-24. Color choices aplenty too. In this particular style, there are 16 different shades to choose from, including more neutral hues like black and more vibrant picks like yuzu—a sort of neon green.
Wearers love the stretch in these suits, noting just how well they fit through all trimesters. Yes, they’re on the more expensive side, but our editors say the cost is justifiable, because most people can wear the same size before, during, and after pregnancy—so much more versatile than your average maternity bathing suit.
Sizes: Stretch I (2-14), Stretch II (14-24) / Material: Nylon, elastane
- What we love: Size-inclusive, large color selection
- What could improve: On the more expensive side
- 14/17
EQ Swimwear Performance One Piece Harmony Lap Swimming Maternity Suit
If you’re looking for something active to do during your pregnancy, swimming laps is a great choice—it provides a full-body workout but is one of the gentlest on your joints. Here’s the thing, though: Your average swimsuit just isn’t going to cut it in terms of keeping everything in place while you move. Instead, put overall style on the backburner and look for a more conservative option, like this one, which is highly recommended on Reddit.
The nylon and spandex suit offers full-coverage all around and is fully lined in both the front and the back for added durability. This is important, so it doesn’t sag or gape, slowing you down in the water. The back is also crossed to give you more support in the chest. Wearers say that overall, the suit is comfortable and they like how quickly the fabric dries. We like that it comes in both solids and colors—choose from 11 options.
Sizes: Nylon, spandex / Material: S-XL
- What we love: Comes in 11 colors and patterns, quick-drying fabric, full-coverage
- What could improve: Some say it runs small
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- 15/17
Cupshe Maternity One-Piece
Pregnant moms who choose to wear dedicated maternity swimsuits overwhelmingly pointed us toward Cupshe. The brand is highly popular on Amazon and offers plenty of budget-friendly options—you won’t feel bad about wearing it for only a single season.
We particularly like this ruffled suit, which has a deep V-neck and soft removable cups to give the chest some shape. (Adjustable straps help you nail the fit.) The sides are shirred to make room for your belly, no matter what stage of pregnancy you’re at. We’re particularly drawn to the back too, which has an attractive strappy design and an ever-so-slightly cheeky design.
Sizes: XS-XL / Material: Nylon, spandex
- What we love: Adjustable straps, removable cups, budget-friendly
- What could improve: Some say the suit is a little short on taller frames
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- 16/17
When should you start wearing a maternity swimsuit?
Many women start to notice that their nonmaternity clothes no longer fit the way they once did toward the latter part of the first trimester and the beginning of the second—usually at around 12 weeks. That said, you don’t have to ever wear a maternity swimsuit if you don’t want to. A handful of moms we spoke to said they simply wore accommodating bikinis or purchased a relatively inexpensive bathing suit in a size larger than they would usually wear.
- 17/17
Do you need to size up in maternity swimsuits?
Though it may seem counterintuitive, don’t worry about sizing up. When shopping for maternity-specific suits, you can buy your typical size while still knowing you get the extra room for your growing belly, says Carrington. If you’re exploring nonmaternity swimwear, size up at least one size, maybe even two if you’re toward the end of your pregnancy or carrying multiples.