Ethical and Sustainable Maternity Clothing for During and After Pregnancy

Underprotection is a Danish brand combining ethics and aesthetics, creating underwear, loungewear, and swimwear from sustainable materials like recycled polyester and organic cotton. All of its packaging, paper, and polybags are either recycled or biodegradable, and it only works with certified factories as it believes “fair working conditions and fair wages are human rights”. Underprotection exists to celebrate women of all kinds and sizes, and its goal is to make them feel as beautiful and comfortable as possible. Made in Greece and certified vegan by PETA, the Gina Maternity Bra has wide shoulder straps and a waist elastic for optimal support, so it both looks and feels great. It features the signature scalloped lace made in recycled materials, perfect for new mothers. You can find the full range in XS-XL.

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Made in a Fair Trade Certified factory, Knickey’s organic cotton underwear sets are some of the best in the sustainable market. Taking it a step further, the brand has also partnered with an NYC non-profit to recycle old undergarments, turning the fibres into insulation and rug pads. Thoughtfully designed to cradle a growing belly, the Above-Belly briefs from its new maternity range give you the coverage and support you need. Featuring sleek flat elastic and side-ruching for extra comfort and growth, you can keep rocking your favourite eco-conscious sets. Find it in sizes 2XS to 3XL.

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Sorella’s certified organic sleepwear range includes tops, pants, wraps, and nighties, as well as maternity wear. The label’s founder Anna McGregor has a background in international human rights work. This is obvious with her use of Fairtrade certified cotton, and in ensuring strict social standards are met in production and trading. Best of all, purchasing their clothing won’t make you cry over your bank balance. These day pants will be whatever you want them to be—and will take you right through pregnancy to after bub arrives. Find the range in sizes S-XL.

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Girlfriend Collective creates minimal, luxury women’s activewear made with certified fair labour, certified by the Social Accountability Standard International SA8000. The brand uses recycled polyester as well as low-impact non-toxic dyes and is fully Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified. Girlfriend’s maternity legging is breathable and flexible, making it great for everyday wear, yoga, lounging, and growing a tiny human. Find it in sizes 2XS-6XL.

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Christy Dawn is a minimalist showroom for vintage-inspired women’s clothing and footwear, locally made with surplus fabric. The brand rates “Great”, making it a fabulous boho option for your ethical maternity wardrobe. Comfortable and versatile, the Theo Dress is a beautiful dress you can wear before, during, and after your pregnancy. Find the clothes in standard sizes XS-XL, or shop the Extended and Petite collections.

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Threads 4 Thought uses a range of sustainable materials including Lenzing Modal harvested from the limbs of beech trees. This process means that the trees are never cut down and 95% of the production materials to make the yarn are recovered and reused. The brand’s manufacturers are a combination of Fair Trade USA certified and Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production certified. We love these maternity active shorts with plenty of extra stretch fabric to house that tummy. Find them in sizes XS-2XL.

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Boob is a Swedish maternity and nursing clothes brand that aims to support you throughout your entire motherhood journey. We fell in love with this organic cotton maternity tank dress that softly and smoothly adjusts to your body, throughout pregnancy and nursing. It features Boob’s classic nursing access, which stays securely in place until feeding time. Available in XS-2XL.

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Beaumont Organic is a UK-based slow fashion brand that blends simple style with ethical production practices. Founded by Hannah Beaumont-Laurencia, the brand also has its own charitable foundation which supports people in Fiji. Made in India from GOTS certified organic cotton, the Tulsi dress is a handy wrap front kaftan style from Beaumont Organic’s collaborative collection with Lisa Taylor Design. Find sizes XS-L.

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Circos is a maternity and kidswear brand with an award-winning business model for a circular economy in the textile industry. It offers a rental service for a monthly fee with convenient home delivery and accessible pick-up and drop-off points. This classic t-shirt dress by Aiyayu is designed to fit throughout your pregnancy, available in sizes S-XL.

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Based in Cambodia, Dorsu creates everyday basics and key signature favourites that form the core of any conscious wardrobe. This swing dress has plenty of room for a growing belly and is made from a lightweight cotton jersey. Available in XS to 3XL.

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dk active is an Australian high-performance brand supporting everybody seeking an authentic edge in life. It uses renewable energy in its supply chain to reduce its climate impact, and reuses all of its offcuts to minimise textile waste. It is also a PETA approved 100% vegan brand. dk active’s bra is about to become your “breast friend” (see what they did there?). This bra gives you total support, added coverage, AND a customised fit, in sizes XS-2XL.

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Frugi is a British label that specialises in bright, wearable organic clothing for women and children. There are plenty of playful designs as well as classics like these denim dungarees. Frugi has you covered for maternity wear and nursing clothes, as well as baby and children’s wear. We love the distinctive designs and commitment to putting the planet first. Find UK sizes 8-16.

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DL1961 creates premium denim for women, men, and kids. All the products are designed in and inspired by NYC. The Emma jeans are low-rise, stretch skinny, with stretch-panelled pockets for ultimate comfort and support through every trimester. They’re available in sizes 23-34.

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Fueled by the vision of essential positivity, Esprit was founded in California by couple Susie and Doug Tompkins in 1968. Inspired by the revolutionary spirit of the 60s the brand developed a clear philosophy—always celebrating real people and togetherness. Esprit’s padded outdoor jacket with a hood will protect all the mamas and mamas-to-be from the rain and the wind.

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