Choosing the right maternity swimming costume for you

Swimmingis a great way to stay fit and healthy during pregnancy, so it's definitely worth taking the plunge. Very few ordinary swimsuits are stretchy enough to see you much past your first trimester, so investing in a maternity swimsuit fairly early on is a good idea.

If you are off on holidayand are feeling adventurous, a bikini or tankini lets you tan your bump in style.

The one-piece

The one-piece is almost always the easiest to find. It's made of a material that stretches as your bump grows, so it can last you your whole pregnancy.

The bikini

If the one-piece seems too conservative for you,

, then why not try a maternity bikini? It allows you to reveal and draw attention to your new cleavage with a supportive, built in shelf bra, while showing off your bump and legs to boot.

The nursing swimsuit

A nursing swimsuit is perfect if you are breastfeeding and want to start swimming with your baby. The clips on the straps let you open and close the drop cups with no fuss. The adjustable straps and shelf bra also make sure that you can stay comfortable and that there's no chance of your breasts making a great escape!

The sarong

An essential for every woman who feels self-conscious about her bottom, thighs -- or any other wobbly bits. Sarongs come in loads of different colors and fabrics and can be wrapped around you at the beach or while lazing by the pool. No need to buy a special pregnancy version –- one size fits all!