Maternity Jacket?

cpm1223 · September 2013

It's getting cold here in MA (40's in the morning on my way to work) and I need a new winter jacket since it's impossible to zip up any of my old ones.

Has anyone looked at jackets yet? Have you seen anything that's not completely awful looking and not super expensive? Any BDTD moms with winter jacket recommendations?

I looked at old navy and saw a couple, but I'm not loving any of them...and I hate the idea of spending a lot on a jacket that I'll only wear for around 3 months, but I know I need something!

maebynot · September 2013

esd said:

I either just layer,wear my jacket without zipping it, or when I get bigger, I take one of DH's jackets.

Gettin cold where I live too but this is what I was planning on doing. Couldn't bring myself to spend the $ on a maternity coat unless I find one super cheap. I'm already in DH's sweatpants at home - so why not the whole wardrobe eventually! Haha.

cpm1223 · September 2013

mlegal said:

esd said:

I either just layer,wear my jacket without zipping it, or when I get bigger, I take one of DH's jackets.

Gettin cold where I live too but this is what I was planning on doing. Couldn't bring myself to spend the $ on a maternity coat unless I find one super cheap. I'm already in DH's sweatpants at home - so why not the whole wardrobe eventually! Haha.

That won't work for me at all. H weighs less than me at this point, and he's only about 4 inches taller than me. Sooo I can't steal his clothes, unfortunately.

Layering could work for me until maybe November, but then it's 20 degrees or less until February.

PBP2002 · September 2013

I bought something like this (I think they've changed it a bit since DS1) last time. It's not really my style, but like PPs said, I refuse to buy something expensive to wear for three months and I figure it's better than 1) being cold or 2) slopping around in something of DH's.

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Faded-Glory-Maternity-Hooded-Puffer-Coat/24498089

km_md · September 2013

Car seat and I were just discussing this yesterday. Motherhood Maternity had some really good deals on their winter coats and they are beautiful. I live in Canada so I'm definitely going to need something for the winter, but I really don't want to spend the money to buy a maternity coat. My mom is going to see if she has something that might be big enough for me. I've also heard of people going to thrift shops for things like this. It makes sense to not want to pay 100$ or more for a jacket that you will wear for a few months and then be done with it. Even if DH and I have another LO after this one, there is no guarantee that I will need a maternity winter jacket that time.

cpm1223 · September 2013

PBP2002 said:

I bought something like this (I think they've changed it a bit since DS1) last time. It's not really my style, but like PPs said, I refuse to buy something expensive to wear for three months and I figure it's better than 1) being cold or 2) slopping around in something of DH's.

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Faded-Glory-Maternity-Hooded-Puffer-Coat/24498089

Hmm, that's a great deal and looks warm! Thanks

LadyJ2949 · September 2013

Same here. I couldn't bring myself to spend a ton of money on a winter coat but it's becoming a necessity.

I just went and looked yesterday and found an AMAZING deal at H&M. They only had two of this coat left and they must have been from last season. It was black and almost like a pea coat except it tied right under the chest and then came out with plenty of room for your belly (sorry for the mediocre description; I couldn't find a pic online either). The coat was originally about $80 and was on sale for $30. Because the tie to the coat was super dirty with dust from dragging on the ground, they gave me another $10 off so I ended up getting my winter coat for $20!! I would highly suggest checking out some of the sales racks and seeing what you can find in the store before ordering anything online.

kiki1978 · September 2013

I was just planning on wearing DH's fleece jacket he never wears. It would be big enough and warm enough for me.

cpm1223 · September 2013

Thank you ladies!

@esd you are right, I will still need the jacket to work until the spring time, so maybe I'll have to look into some non-mat jackets too!

@LadyJ2949 I'll look at H&M, thanks!!

@km_md I'll check out M.M.!

Krystleleigh320 · September 2013

I found a jacket at Motherhood Maternity for $50. It doesn't look too warm though

iwalktheline · September 2013

I bought two on clearance right after my BFP... One is a pea coat from destination maternity. The other is a puffer from kohls. I love the one from kohls

cpm1223 · September 2013

@iwalktheline I always forget about Kohls, I'll have to look there too, thanks!!

amt0312 · September 2013

I'm just wearing one of my husbands jackets. He's got this great northface jacket that I've already laid dibs on for the winter time too. If it becomes necessary, I'll look for a maternity jacket or coat later on when they hopefully will be on sale.

2Dash · September 2013

I found one at Motherhood Maternity for $70 (it was on sale I think). It's not the pea coat empire waist style - more of a not too bulky puffy coat but it goes to almost my knees. What sold me was that I can wear it as a normal coat when I'm not pregnant and it has zippers at the sides that expand the coat during pregnancy. I think this will come in handy for the winter months post baby as well!

I hummed and hawed about getting something then I was like.... I live in Ottawa.... it's cold here ... who am I kidding I need a coat that fits!

MrsGraham06 · September 2013

I got one for my 2nd child. DH made me use it for the 3rd as well. (both born in March) BUT, I think I've gotten to wide in the shoulders for it, and I'll need a new one

I don't like getting new coats either. I will pay the money for a maternity coat, though, since I live in Iowa and they are predicting a cold, very cold winter (so, I'm thinking highs in the single digits, windchills like -20 and colder...we have -50 most years at least once).

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cpm1223 · September 2013

@PBP2002 I just ordered the jacket from Walmart. At that price, I couldn't say no and honestly, the style is similar to all the "warm looking" jacket I keep seeing on the other sites too but it's less than 1/2 the price!

Thanks for the great find!

cpm1223 · September 2013

MarBee1214 said:

@cpm1223 you'll have to tell us how warm/comfy it is when you get it. Sometimes I see those coats that look really warm but end up being really thin. Make sure to update us please!

I will!

ccip82 · September 2013

I need to find a maternity coat. I gave birth in California with DD so a coat was not needed. I cannot zipper/button any of my coats and fleeces anymore...

echo136 · September 2013

I have a refuser person coat just in about 2-3 sizes bigger that i wore last time. It's not fashionable by any means but it gets me through Canadian winters. I also have a long dressy coat that has buttons on the top, so above my bump, that I wore for awhile last time. Both are Old Navy actually.

angiek1 · September 2013

wilburbud said:

Ive had a November, and a March baby and Ive NEVER owned a maternity jacket. I just wore my regular coats, and didnt button them the entire way. Im not wasting money on a jacket that will only be worn a few months.
This is my plan... I hate the thought of buying a winter coat for just a few months.

apickett925 · September 2013

I was worried about jinxing myself, but I saw a maternity peacoat on clearance for $20 at Kohls at about 6 weeks preg and went for it. It's somewhat fitted, flares out under the chest, and hits at the hips

I will definitely need a more casual jacket too, since I do a lot of work with dogs and don't want to get the peacoat dirty.

laurasue0513 · September 2013

For those saying they don't want to waste money on a coat, do you get cold winters? In NY it gets mighty cold, and IMHO, spending 60-100 bucks to stay warm is not wasteful. Also, I have an office job and need a coat to go out in that looks polished. Can't wear hubbys coats. He is a men's xxl and I'm an xs. I bought a motherhood maternity coat thru amazon 69 bucks and totally worth it.

I'm also of the mindset, when you look good, you feel good, so mammas in colder regions, splurge and get yourselves a coat!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009F9R06O/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?qid=1380030641&sr=1-4&pi=AC_SX110_SY165

vstevens · September 2013

I'm going with a combo of a black wool poncho-type coat (non-maternity) plus my nonmaternity coats unbuttoned with a very generous scarf. I stole the poncho idea from this super fashionista woman at my office who gave birth in February. She wore warm layers plus poncho while she was pregnant, and now uses the poncho as a fall / early winter coat.

bluegreeneyes11 · September 2013

FTM here but I also live in MA. I had heard that since we are preggo and tend to be warmer some women wear their regular coat just not zipped. So far I still get cold pretty easily so not sure if that will work for me. For $23 bucks that Walmart one doesn't look bad but not sure how warm it will be. I am holding out on getting a coat just yet.

GL and let us know what you find!

cpm1223 · September 2013

laurasue0513 said:

For those saying they don't want to waste money on a coat, do you get cold winters? In NY it gets mighty cold, and IMHO, spending 60-100 bucks to stay warm is not wasteful. Also, I have an office job and need a coat to go out in that looks polished. Can't wear hubbys coats. He is a men's xxl and I'm an xs. I bought a motherhood maternity coat thru amazon 69 bucks and totally worth it. I'm also of the mindset, when you look good, you feel good, so mammas in colder regions, splurge and get yourselves a coat! https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009F9R06O/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?qid=1380030641&sr=1-4&pi=AC_SX110_SY165

I was wondering the same thing! Layering can only get me so far in the winter around here, so I can't just not get a jacket! Also, going outside with a non-zipped jacket wouldn't work either, especially when it starts snowing!

shortstuff15 · September 2013

I'm in northern Canada. For most of the winter we are at -20 or colder. There is no choice. I bought one for my first pregnancy and luckily have used it for my second and now third as well. Buy a coat. You'll feel good if you do.

growingmybun · September 2013

I want to second Motherhood/Pea in the Pod. I got a trench and winter coat from them yesterday and they are pretty nice and tailored well.

AnnikaD20 · September 2013

I was thinking about getting a wool swing coat. Most of them are full enough in the mid section to accommodate a bump. They're pretty, and would (theoretically) still look nice post pregnancy.

lmills730 · September 2013

@cpm1223 I'm in MA too! This morning I wore my winter coat which would not button in the front LOL. I was just thinking I'm going to need to purchase something very soon

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cpm1223 · September 2013

lmills730 said:

@cpm1223 I'm in MA too! This morning I wore my winter coat which would not button in the front LOL. I was just thinking I'm going to need to purchase something very soon .

I wore an old hooded sweatshirt, that I had to take off before walking into work! The weather this time of year is so weird...it's so cold in the morning, but then I'm sweating by the afternoon.

lmills730 · September 2013

lmills730 said:

@cpm1223 I'm in MA too! This morning I wore my winter coat which would not button in the front LOL. I was just thinking I'm going to need to purchase something very soon .

I wore an old hooded sweatshirt, that I had to take off before walking into work! The weather this time of year is so weird...it's so cold in the morning, but then I'm sweating by the afternoon.

I know, I'm freezing in the mornings and then still walking after work in a tank top. So strange!

laurasue0513 · September 2013

DeEfinitely want to second the poncho idea! I have one as well and its great. And looks so stylish. I had one from last year pre-pregnancy and found it last week in my basement and was so happy. I got mine from the loft, its an open front one, and might be a nice idea for those in warmer regions who dont have to deal with the sub freezing temps, or at least for these fall days that are 40 in the morn and 70 in the afternoon!

Shannahbee · September 2013

I need to figure something out too... If I drove to work, I might be able to make it work with a slightly larger jacket and leave it unzipped, but since I take the bus and can be waiting 15 or 20 minutes for it to show up when it's -30 Celsius, that won't work! And my husband takes a men's size small, and wears tweed pea coats so that won't work either! I am totally going to go thrift store scalvaging. Being due right at the end of Jan (rather than the beginning) makes a difference too, because it means at least two full months of winter weather!

LindsB314 · September 2013

I'm also in MA

dd was march baby & I wore a non maternity black pea coat. It has 2 buttons on the top then belts. Fit perfect!

Ninjafarmerswife · September 2013

I lucked out and found an Old Navy maternity pea coat at the big consignment sale I went to a few weeks back. It was only $8 and I snatched it up immediately

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bethughknee · September 2013

It's not a cheap option, but I got this cape-style coat last year and I feel like it has enough room for me to grow into. I'm down in DC and go from my home garage to an underground parking garage for work though so I don't anticipate it being a big deal if it gets to the point where I can't comfortably close the coat. Last year I only wore a winter coat when I went out and used my North Face to go to and from work.

Betsey Johnson Coat: https://www1.macys.com/shop/product/betsey-johnson-coat-wool-blend-bell-sleeve-cape?ID=838803

I saw a few cute options at good prices on ebay, too. That's my backup plan.

Summer889 · September 2013

I found one at Kohls this summer. With my 30% off coupon, I paid $30 for it. It's a black pea coat style, I think it looks nice. I can't find it online now unfortunately, but maybe they have something in store.

LabPupLuv · September 2013

I bought mine on ebay for $21. It's a Motherhood Maternity puffer with removable faux fur lined hood. I love it and fits perfectly! I didn't want to spend a lot of money on something I'll only wear for a couple few months but I desperately needed something as I live in Chicago. I recommend ebay.

jblank03 · September 2013

cpm1223 said:

That won't work for me at all. H weighs less than me at this point, and he's only about 4 inches taller than me. Sooo I can't steal his clothes, unfortunately.
Layering could work for me until maybe November, but then it's 20 degrees or less until February.

Not relevant to the topic, but this is me. I passed him up at week 20, it was a sad day. I had to go shopping for smaller pants for him (down to 152 due to training for a marathon) and maternity clothes for me

umma4babes · September 2013

laurasue0513 said:
For those saying they don't want to waste money on a coat, do you get cold winters? In NY it gets mighty cold, and IMHO, spending 60-100 bucks to stay warm is not wasteful. Also, I have an office job and need a coat to go out in that looks polished. Can't wear hubbys coats. He is a men's xxl and I'm an xs. I bought a motherhood maternity coat thru amazon 69 bucks and totally worth it.

I'm also of the mindset, when you look good, you feel good, so mammas in colder regions, splurge and get yourselves a coat!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009F9R06O/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?qid=1380030641&sr=1-4&pi=AC_SX110_SY165

Haha, you guys have the same sizes as us! Hubby is xxl, I'm xs too, and he's 6'4" so I'd be buried in his coat! And it's totally worth it to spend a bit of money to stay warm and comfortable. I bought H&M pea coat for about $50? (Can't remember) the last time I was pregnant and it was totally worth it to stay warm. I was freezing wearing my regular coat with open front. I'm going to use that and maybe get a puffer jacket if I see a good deal.

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