Comfortable, practical and stylish looks for mothers of young children

Running after children, holding them in your lap, breastfeeding, getting down and getting up frequently: these can be common activities in the daily lives of those with young children. To be able to perform all this while feeling comfortable, a good selection of clothes and accessories can help a lot.

“When we think of comfortable looks, we think of the mobility that this look will give us. Mothers of small children are always on the move, bending down, getting up, with the child on their lap, a real contortionism. They need clothes and accessories to allow them to do all that”, comments Renata Pires, image and style consultant at Découverte Consultoria de Imagem e Estilo.

Choosing comfortable clothes, shoes and accessories doesn’t mean giving up a look that you like or pieces that better match your style and personality. There are many fabric and modeling options that can help you find the right look in every aspect.

Did you have doubts when choosing an outfit in the closet? “When dressing, the mother should think about all the movements she performs when she is with the child. If she feels like she can do everything without having to get dressed all the time, the look is perfect”, advises Renata.

Check out some ideas for clothes and shoes that can help you create practical and comfortable looks for your day-to-day.

10 ideal pieces for those with small children

Discover what you can include in your style so you don’t lose the comfort and practicality you need:

1. Leggings

Leggings are a joker in the closet, whether in the most classic black model, to the most colorful and printed ones. Easy to match, you can use it in a good range of situations, with shoes, accessories and blouses of different styles.

In addition, leggings are very comfortable, give a lot of freedom of movement and do not crease easily, making them powerful allies for those who strive for practicality and mobility.

2. Halo pants or pantaloons

Like leggings, pants in harem or pantaloons are more comfortable and allow more movement than other cuts. Opt for thin, light and fluid fabrics for even more comfort and mobility. The bonus here is that these are more sophisticated models that can be used for occasions that require more formal attire.

3. Gowns, tunics and baggy t-shirts

Gowns, tunics, t-shirts and blouses with wider models are great options to accompany leggings in a very practical and comfortable look. In addition, wider cuts are also welcome facilitators for women who are breastfeeding.

4. Button shirt

Ideal for women who are breastfeeding, button-down shirts are classic and make the process much easier. Finding a model that you like shouldn’t be difficult either: shirts are made in a wide variety of fabrics, prints and cuts. For this reason, they can be used with ease in many occasions – from formal events to more casual occasions.

5. Tailored shorts and pants

The right choice of fabric is essential for a comfortable look that allows mobility; pieces in tailoring generally fit these requirements. In addition to providing more movement than jeans, for example, shorts and tailored pants are great alternatives for situations where you want to create a more elegant and sophisticated look.

6. Overalls

Once again, the key to comfort is the choice of fabric: overalls and rompers can be extremely comfortable pieces, as long as they are made of light, fluid and malleable fabrics. The jumpsuit is also quite versatile when it comes to situation. Depending on the color and pattern, the piece can be used for casual occasions or more formal events.

7. Cache-coeur dresses and blouses

Dresses and cache-coeur blouses are allies of the woman who is breastfeeding. The modeling has a crossed V-neckline that offers a lot of practicality for mothers and still has the extra of elongating the silhouette.

8. Long skirts

Long dresses and skirts offer much more comfort and tranquility than shorter models, and go well in formal and informal situations. Choose fluid and supple fabrics, flared styles and ample cuts so you don’t limit mobility.

9. Sneakers and loafers

Uncomfortable shoes are great movement limiters. In addition, the jump can end up getting in the way when carrying the child on your lap and cause unwanted pain. Sneakers and loafers are good options without heels and that can still compose very elegant and sophisticated looks.

It is worth betting on any model of shoes without heels: in addition to flats and loafers, invest in espadrilles, sneakers, sandals and flat boots.

10. Sandals with wedge heels or square heels

Don’t want to give up the jump? Opt for wedges or models with thick, square heels, which are generally more comfortable and offer greater balance. These types of heels are ideal for situations where you don’t want to discard the extra inches of heel but still need comfortable shoes.

What to avoid in your outfits

If your priority when choosing what to wear is comfort and mobility, avoiding certain items can be a good alternative to achieve your goals. In the name of practicality, it is worth avoiding clothes, shoes and accessories that can make you uncomfortable, limit movement, injure the child or be the center of small everyday accidents. Check out some of these pieces:

• Dresses with a zip in the back: Dresses and blouses that close in the back – whether with buttons, zippers or ties – can make it difficult to breastfeed.
• White or light clothes: It is good to be prepared for possible stains and dirt, white or very light clothes show any accident.
• Tight clothes or very thick jeans: Clothes that are too tight and hard, thick fabrics compromise mobility.
• Embroidery and appliqués: Clothes with many appliqués and embroidery in stones, studs, chains and other materials can end up hurting the child.
• Body blouses: Because they are more complicated to take off, bodysuits should also be avoided by breastfeeding mothers.
• Strapless blouses and dresses: In addition to limiting movements, avoiding this model also helps to avoid small accidents; after all, it is common for children to pull their mothers’ clothes.
• Fabrics that wrinkle too much: Due to the constant movement – ​​lowering, lifting, picking up the child in your lap, breastfeeding – fabrics that wrinkle easily become unattractive for those who don’t want to show a “crumpled” look.
• Rough fabrics: Fabrics that are too thick, rustic or rough can end up irritating and causing allergies on babies’ skin, which tends to be more sensitive.
• Large earrings and necklaces: Jewelry and jewelry that are too large can pose a risk to both you and your child, as they are subject to pulling and tangling.
• High and thin heels: Shoes with very high, very thin and generally uncomfortable heels are not good alternatives to preserve mobility.

6 tips to dress comfortably and elegantly

1. Pay attention to fabrics and cuts

To compose a more elegant look without losing comfort, bet on sophisticated and malleable fabrics, such as silk and linen. Modeling also helps a lot. Prefer clothes with wider, straight, or flared cuts.

2. Bet on looks with separate pieces

A great tip for the woman who is breastfeeding is to put together two-piece looks: blouse and pants, blouse and skirt, blouse and shorts. Separate parts make the process more practical and comfortable.

3. Use the right numbering

“It is important to always use the correct numbering. Nothing more or less”, remembers image consultant Renata Pires. Respecting your size helps you select pieces with the perfect fit. In addition, ill-fitting clothes can end up compromising mobility.

4. Invest in hairstyles

To give an extra touch of elegance to any look, it is worth dedicating a little time to your hair. A good hairstyle, even if simple, can add sophistication to the look without compromising comfort.

5. Choose clothes that are easy to iron

Due to constant movement, prioritize clothes made of fabrics that are more difficult to wrinkle. For the same reason, it’s also a good idea to prefer clothes that are easy to iron, without too many pleats and details.

6. Respect your style

Having a child in no way means you have to give up your personal style. Respecting your style and using what has more to do with your personality can even help with the comfort factor. “It is also essential that the mother does not give up her style, because it is important for her to feel good and beautiful to be safe when taking care of her child”, emphasizes Renata.

Opinion: moms talk about their looks

The attention in choosing clothes was redoubled in the period when blogger Adionara Stopassoli Koba breastfed her son, now two years old. Although Adionara says that she has never bought a garment especially for breastfeeding, she comments that she always opted for wider shirts or blouses with which she could only open her breasts, without having to undress completely.

With a baby of two and a half months, Evelyn Alckimin’s priority when choosing what to wear is also practicality for breastfeeding: her favorite pieces are blouses and shirts with buttons on the front. With the same objective, she says that she stopped wearing corsets and blouses that don’t come off easily. As for shoes, the preference is for models without heels. “With heels I can’t carry my son on my lap”, comments Evelyn.

João, the son of blogger Carol Birk, is now six years old. But for the first year and a half of her son’s life, Carol took special care with the fabrics and seams of her clothes. The main reason? Avoid possible irritations and allergies on the child’s sensitive skin. “It is important to look at the seams because they can irritate the skin of the child or baby, 100% cotton fabrics are also preferred. Wool and other thick or rough fabrics should be avoided. Children are subject to spots and allergy spots on the skin, moms should avoid it”, advises Carol.

parts to invest

It is possible that you already have what you need in your closet. After all, your wardrobe doesn’t have to change completely when you become a mother. Still, it is possible to invest in pieces that make various situations more practical. Check it out in the gallery:

Get inspired: beautiful looks for mothers of young children

Want more ideas on how to compose a beautiful and comfortable look? Get inspired by the bloggers’ looks gallery using the pieces that help you make everyday life more practical.

With the tips, you can select the best clothes so you don’t give up comfort and practicality in your day-to-day. Remember that nothing is forbidden: your style, personality and what you want to wear can (and should!) influence your decisions. After all, feeling good about what you’re wearing is half the battle to feeling safe and…