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Best Maternity Shopping Around Boston

Sometime during that first trimester, your pants become too snug and you need to make the move to maternity. You'll be shopping for styles to get you through several seasons (remember, most moms wear maternity for a couple months post-pregnancy too). Whether you're a bargain hunter, or on the prowl for the latest designer fashions, there's something in Boston-area maternity wear for you.
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A Pea in the Pod

10 Newbury Street
Boston, MA 02116
617-262-8012
www.apeainthepod.com

Don't want to give up on designer denim during your pregnancy? Find maternity 7s, True Religion or Lucky Jeans at this Newbury Street shop. One of the only maternity boutiques left in the city, this is the spot to come if you want to splurge. Perfect for the mom-to-be who doesn't want to sacrifice style, as long as you don't mind paying the price.

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H&M

100 Newbury Street
Boston, MA 02116
617-859-3192
www.hm.com

When you think H&M you probably think of trendy clothes, but maybe not maternity. Their 'Mama' line gets rave reviews from expectant mothers who want to dress in the latest fashions right up until they deliver. H&M's affordable fashions don't tend to scream 'maternity'.

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Motherhood Maternity

Cambridgeside Galleria
100 Cambridgeside Place
Cambridge, MA 02141
617-621-1460
www.motherhood.com

This mall-based chain of maternity stores has locations all over Eastern Massachusetts. Featuring a pretty wide selection that ranges from workout wear to cocktail dresses to career separates and swimsuits, this Cambridgeside store is an affordable in-town option. Customers note you should check out their return policy before you buy.

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Helena's

397 Mass Ave.
Arlington, MA 02474
781-483-3055
www.helenasofarlington.com

Located a bit outside Boston in Arlington Center, Helena's regularly scores high marks from moms-to-be for it's somewhat limited, yet super chic maternity styling's. Conveniently perched between a kid's clothing store and baby supply store, it's true one-stop shopping.

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Target

550 Arsenal St
Watertown, MA 02472
(617) 924-6574
www.target.com

If you're looking for low priced clothing to get you through your 40 weeks of mom-to-beism, make sure to check your nearest Target. With multiple locations close to the city as well as one in South Bay, the maternity sections feature a selection of both casual wear and career wear.

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