I am new to Miami, we moved to Key Biscayne last fall. Just started a new job and found out we're expecting in January. Needless to say I'm feeling out of my element.
I need professional maternity clothes for work. Does anyone know of any consignment or second hand stores that have maternity clothes?
Re: Maternity Clothes?
Welcome to South Florida!
I'm 30 weeks along and still haven't found a good store. I mostly shop in the regular women's section and just look for things that will accommodate a growing belly. Forever21 has a few pieces online that have been a lifesaver. There is a Motherhood Maternity outlet in Dolphin Mall and the Burlington Coat Factory next door has a small maternity section. But, I've only bought a few items from both stores.
BFP #3: 01/28/12, EDD: 09/23/12, MMC (BO), D&C 2/16/12 at 6.5 wks
BFP #4: 05/23/12, EDD: 01/31/12, Early MC at 5 wks
RPL Workup: + LPD (7DPO Prog = 7.8, Endometrial Bx = out of phase)
Elevated Alpha 2-glycoprotein IgA and antiphosphatidylserine IgM -->
Hematologist said not to worry and no need for treatment!
Dx: LPD
Cycle #1(08/2012): Clomid 50 mg CD3-7, Ovidrel CD13 + Progesterone = It worked!
BFP #5 on 09/10/12 (11 DPO). HCG #1 @ 14DPO = 131.6 HCG #2 @ 16DPO = 509
EDD: 05/23/2013
Gap and Motherhood sizing runs a little large, which is perfect as you grow, at least that was my exprience. I bought the same size I was wearing pre-pg.
However, for pants at Target (Liz Lang), those run a bit smaller IMO. I had lost a pair of pants a couple mo ago, so went to Target to replace them... those pants no longer fit, but the others do!
I'm w/ the other ladies... dresses are awesome! I still fit into a few pre-pg sundresses, one of which is perfect for work. I've bought 2 pg dresses - one specifically for work, and the other for work and play. Maybe if you get a couple of dresses and pair them w/ a blazer (check Marshalls / TJMaxx for larger size - cheaper) you'll get your "suit."
Here's some "wear to work" from Target. I remember seeing once maternity suits at Target that were very cute and looked like good quality, but haven't seen any at the store lately (may be seasonal), but check online. GL
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It may be a little far for you but there is a great maternity consignment shop in Fort Lauderdale. It is called Expecting You Maternity Consignment Boutique.
https://www.expectingyouconsignment.com/