I do not, for one second, envy those Effortless Bitches carrying a baby in Spring and Summer in Australia. If you're not swollen from the pregnancy yet, you're certainly sporting swollen feet from the heat and those sandals you got that had extra room for just that aren't feeling so fab anymore. If you're after some summer maternity clothing - follow me, I have the goods.

Now I must admit, I haven’t been in a school for years.I don’t have children and I like to keep a safe distance from un-hemmed pants, scuffed black shoes and the overwhelming scent of body spray, but when living in Sydney, it’s easy to pass the schools and see the general dress code that’s going on between mothers.

Despite the common idea that once the baby is out, you can basically go back to wearing normal clothes – this is so not the case.

Time to forget those tunics and trapeze shaped dresses! I've got some fabulous winter maternity style tips that don't involved childish prints or poorly cut fabric!

If you’re pregnant or have ever had to shop for someone who is pregnant, you’ll notice that in your average shopping mall theres very few maternity options.