Maternity cycling clothes

[likinbikin]

Hello,

I am currently 3 months pregnant. This is my first pregnancy as a cycling addict and I was wondering of anyone knew of a place where I could get cycling clothes for pregnant riders? My clothes are getting too uncomfortable to wear so I am not even riding due to the discomfort. I have tried wearing my DH's larger clothes but they still dig into my stomach.

If there are any other ladies who continued riding during their pregnancy I could use some advice!

Thank you, Michelle

[Tri Girl]

Congrats on you upcoming bundle of joy! :)

I did a yahoo search and found the following site. Since I've never been pregnant, and never plan to be- I don't know if they are comfortable or practical, but it's a place to start. Hopefully someone with some knowledge will be able to help you out more. :D

http://www.fitmaternity.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=s4


Also- TE has some maternity clothes in their store online

[pll]

Also, check Team Estrogen:

http://www.teamestrogen.com/products.asp?pID=14019

and

http://www.teamestrogen.com/products.asp?pID=24055

[han-grrl]

When my friend was pregnant she wore her husbands bike jerseys when hers got too tight.

[Blueberry]

Congratulations! I believe Terry makes a short designed for pregnancy.

CA

[HoddyToddy]

Yay! Congrats on the news!
When is your due date? I ask b/c I am also 3 months along. 15 weeks, 4 days to be exact.
I am still riding as well, and have seen maternity shorts on the TE site. You may also look at Title 9. I don't know if they have cycling clothes, but I do know they have good maternity/nursing sports bras.
I've heard mostly about people getting larger men's shorts/clothes. Not just hubby's but buying L and XLs
How long do you plan to ride? What kind of riding do you do? I'm struggling with how long I should continue riding. I know that is something I need to ask my doc, though.
There's a ride coming up at the end of this month I want to do, but fear I may be too big. This is my second child, though, so I am a little poochier this time around.

[SouthernBelle]

Yes Terry does. I have their catalogue.

[SouthernBelle]

BTW, HoddyToddy, may I assume you went to Ole Miss?

[limewave]

I ended up getting a pair of mens XL cycling shorts on clearance. I'm normally a size 12--so if you are smaller, you may only need a mens Large. They were great for pulling up and over my tummy--sooo comfortable and less expensive than buying specialty shorts.

For jerseys, I wore DH's old worn out ones, snipping the elastic waist in some of them. Otherwise I wore t-shirts or got some cheap workout tops from Target.

[HoddyToddy]

BTW, HoddyToddy, may I assume you went to Ole Miss?

:D Yep! Go Rebels!

[HappyAnika]

I am 18 weeks (4+ months) and so far I can still wear 2 pairs of my normal shorts, however jerseys are becoming a problem. The only one I have that doesn't have bottom elastic is my long sleeve and it's still too warm to wear that. Great idea on wearing DH's jerseys, he's got several that don't have bottom elastic, those should work well. Thanks!

I just have to add that it really irks me that the only maternity jersey available is pink. Why do clothing manufacturers assume that all women like pink? :mad: I don't like pink and I absolutley refuse to wear it.

Title 9 does not carry any maternity clothing. I actually wrote them a letter to express my disappointment in this, and their reply was that there just isn't enough of a market. Most maternity "active wear" I've seen consists of yoga pants and hoodies. Great for yoga, not so great for those of us who run, swim, do aerobics, cycle, etc . . . (And while I'm complaining I'll just add, what the heck am I supposed to sleep in? That's great that they make nursing sleep wear, but what about from now until then? Anyone seen any PJ's for pregnant women? Can you tell I've had a frustrating week trying to find maternity clothing? :( )

[limewave]

(And while I'm complaining I'll just add, what the heck am I supposed to sleep in? That's great that they make nursing sleep wear, but what about from now until then? Anyone seen any PJ's for pregnant women? Can you tell I've had a frustrating week trying to find maternity clothing? :( )

I preferred to sleep in the buff during that time :) I couldn't stand to wear anything with a waist while I was trying to sleep. When I was bumming around the house, I wore light-weight maternity tanks with a shelf bra and pajama pants.

[mtbdarby]

I (And while I'm complaining I'll just add, what the heck am I supposed to sleep in? That's great that they make nursing sleep wear, but what about from now until then? Anyone seen any PJ's for pregnant women? Can you tell I've had a frustrating week trying to find maternity clothing? :( )

:D Ahh, the memories. How about a comfy pair of mens boxers with his tshirt or a tank top? I like Limewaves idea too - enjoy it now. Afterwards you'll be leaking all over the place so you'll have to wear something:p

[HappyAnika]

I've never been able to sleep in the buff. DH hates it that I have to get dressed ahem afterward . . . simply can't sleep. I'm already wearing a sleep bra, the girls have grown so much it's uncomfortable with out it. So I'll be used to that when the leaking starts. :o Thanks for the tip about the men's boxers and t-shirt. In my case I guess I'm thinking men's flannel pants. I need warmer pj's in the winter.

[likinbikin]

Thanks for all of the great advice, I knew this was the place to get the help!

Congrats to HoddyToddy and HappyAnika, nice to have preggy buddies who love riding!

I am 13 weeks along, pretty close to you HoddyToddy! This is my 6th little one so my tummy assumes the pregnant position very quickly, it seems that once my eyes see the positive on the stick my body turns pregnant the next day!

Now that I have plenty of ideas for clothing, I plan to ride as long as the weather lets me. Winter weather will get in my way once I get to the later stages so I won't have to worry too much about the desire to ride then.

Although I am a size medium in womens cycling clothes, my DH's XL shorts still bother my tummy, I hate any pressure especially when I am battling morning sickness. The idea about cutting the elastic on the mens jerseys is a good one since it is the elastic that I don't like. I am going to check out the maternity shorts, they sound great.

I have to agree about the pink jersey thing! I am already a bit shy about the big belly in spandex, bringing it out in pink would make me feel like a big lump of cotton candy on a bike!

Thanks again for all the support, you gals are great! :)

[likinbikin]

Yay! Congrats on the news!

How long do you plan to ride? What kind of riding do you do? I'm struggling with how long I should continue riding. I know that is something I need to ask my doc, though.
There's a ride coming up at the end of this month I want to do, but fear I may be too big. This is my second child, though, so I am a little poochier this time around.

I forgot to answer about my riding, I ride 30 miles a day and have not had any problems with it. I feel like I could go all day but other priorities don't allow that! I feel better on my bike then off of it. It really helps with the morning sickness I have been having.

If you feel good I don't think the size of your belly should be a problem with the upcoming ride. Just make sure you are feeling stable enough, don't want any risks of falls. That is one of my concerns, I ride on a nice easy route and keep my speed down to avoid greater risks.

[Tri Girl]

HOLY COW! :eek: This will be number six? You're amazing- not only for being an amazing mom to 5 kiddos, but for going through pregnancy six times. All my admiration to you.
So, you're a mom of 5 AND you ride 30 miles a day? Yowzers. I shall call you "Superwoman." :D

[HoddyToddy]

I mostly worry about high traffic riding--I live in Atlanta, so...lots of traffic!
I still feel good riding, and even trailed my 3 year old the other day. We just take it slow and easy, concentrating on just getting some exercise. It is hard when I feel good to not want to push myself.

SIXTH child?!?!! 30 miles a DAY? You are an awesome, awesome woman! :D

[HappyAnika]

I was still riding 2 - 3 times a week, until about week 15. I believe my pelvis started shifting somewhat and I was getting pain in my left knee. I stayed off for a week, then adjusted my saddle and cleat, and that seemed to feel much better. But now it's been almost 2 weeks since I've ridden again due to lack of time. I haven't ridden longer than 50 miles since May, over the summer I was doing mostly 20 and 30 mile rides, although the heat really slowed me down. I did do a sprint tri at 11 weeks. I'm hoping to keep doing some 10 - 15 milers into the fall until I'm too big to be on my bike comfortably, assuming my knee is still ok.

There is a woman in my cycling club who was riding up very challenging canyons until 3 days before she delivered. :eek: I just don't think I could do that.

Five kids! I'm impressed you have the time to put in the miles you do, it gives me hope for post-pregnancy riding!

[likinbikin]

I am fortunate to have 5 kids which includes 2 teenage girls along with a very supportive DH. They are the reasons I can ride my bike often. It was my DH who brought up the idea of riding, little did he know he would create a cycling monster! I think he is suprised how much I have fallen for this cycling thing, I am just glad he lets me roll with it!

Thanks for seeing me as a superwoman, but my family support is what allows me the time. I am trying to get the kids interested in riding too.I am hoping the whole family will be able to go on a cross country trip once they all are old enough to ride. It may be 15 years or so but I can't wait! That is a great thing about this activity, you can keep riding until your an old timer. Makes for a fun future!

[likinbikin]

Oh...... HappyAnika you were wondering where to get nice maternity clothes for bed....... Old Navy has some great pj bottoms. They are having a big maternity sale this week online so you may want to check them out. They have alot of other comfy clothes too, I buy my maternity clothes online and love them.

[HoddyToddy]

i think Motherhood Maternity has nice loungewear/pjs.