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Fourth Trimester Faves – Skin to Skin, Nursing, Babywearing & More

Nothing compares to those precious fourth trimester days with your new baby – getting to know each other, learning to pick up on their cues and falling head over heels in love!

Here are our top must-haves for that special post-pregnancy phase…

1. Skin to Skin Top

Skin to skin top - fourth trimester must-have

The benefits of bonding skin to skin with your new baby simply can’t be overstated. From the moment they arrive, a simple skin to skin snuggle has the power to soothe, regulate their temperature & even boost your milk supply!

Our signature tops allow you to enjoy all the benefits of skin to skin while keeping your hands free!

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2. 3 in 1 Babywearing Coat

3 in 1 babywearing coats - perfect from the first to the fourth trimester & beyond

Getting out & about with your new little one during the fourth trimester is so important, and babywearing is the perfect way to do it. A stroll around the park with your baby strapped on will help to boost your mood & ease you back into your active lifestyle.

Featuring an innovative zip-off pouch at the front, our 3 in 1 coats & hoodies are designed to provide a flexible fit through pregnancy, and then zip up over a baby carrier after baby is born.

See real mamas rocking their 3 in 1 coats

3. Post Pregnancy Support

When it comes to clothes, comfort & support are sure to be high on your priority list after welcoming baby.

Our Post Pregnancy Shaping Leggings provide the perfect level of 360° compression, optimised for the fourth trimester. And for when you want to feel a little more put together, our Post Pregnancy Shaping Jeans do the same job!

4. Nursing Clothes

If you plan to breastfeed, then a good collection of nursing clothes & nursing bras is a must.

Many of our maternity dresses & tops are made with discreet built-in nursing features, so you may find that you can keep wearing many of the pieces you bought for pregnancy!

5. Nursing Shawl

And last but not least, there’s nothing quite like being snuggled up with your little one in a knitted nursing shawl while you feed.

Our soft shawls are designed to keep you covered up in public & cosy at home.

Most importantly, enjoy this special time mama – the fourth trimester flies by & they grow so fast!

Three Ways to Prepare for Labor & Life with a Newborn Baby

Preparing yourself & your home for the arrival of your brand new little one is a great way to ease your mind ahead of labor.

These are our top tips to help you feel as ready as possible.

1) Stock up on Supplies

Embrace those natural nesting instincts & stock up on EVERYTHING.

Batch cooking some easy freezer meals is a great idea, as well as kitting out your pantry.

From pasta & rice to cans, tins & jars… even lightbulbs, laundry supplies & loo roll!

And if you’re planning to breastfeed, it’s a great idea to have some nursing clothes ready to go.

2) Pack Your Hospital Bag

Obvious, but essential.

Getting your hospital bag packed & ready to go a few weeks before your due date is a great way to prepare.

It will help things run smoothly on the day, and knowing that it’s ready is sure to ease your mind as you wait.

Check out our full hospital bag checklist here.

3) Seek out Positive Birth Stories

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For every birth horror story out there, there will also be a positive, empowering one.

If you are feeling anxious about labour, these are the ones to look out for. Never underestimate the power of positivity to help you feel prepared.

Wishing you all the best for the exciting journey ahead mamas!

Seraphine Celebrates World Breastfeeding Week 2018 – Watch the Video

This week Seraphine is proud to celebrate World Breastfeeding Week 2018.

We’ve put together this video, staring new mum Jen & her 7-day-old baby daughter Eva, to showcase how our collection of beautiful nursing clothes is designed to help you make the most of those first precious moments at home with your newborn.

Watch the Video

Nothing compares to those first days – holding your little one close, taking the time to get to know each other and falling deeper in love every day.

We spent the day together with Jen & her family at their London home, capturing these special everyday moments.

Here at Seraphine, we are with you every step of the way – from the first trimester to the fourth and beyond.

Offering effortless style & easy access for breastfeeding, each piece in our nursing clothes collection is expertly tailored, with you and your little one in mind.

You can find all the styles featured in the video (including Eva’s adorable organic cotton baby grows) online – in the World Breastfeeding Week Edit.

Discover more stylish Maternity Pyjamas & Nursing Nightwear online

Wishing you a wonderful World Breastfeeding Week.

Senator Tammy Duckworth Makes History Bringing her Baby to the Senate

Illinois Senator Tammy Duckworth made history recently when she became the first US senator to bring her newborn baby onto the Senate floor.

Beautiful baby Maile Pearl was just 10 days old when she made her big Senate debut, safely wrapped up with her mother in a Baby K’tan sling.

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Keep your little one close, whether you’re making history or making memories at home.

Shop Baby K’tan slings at Seraphine

Just the day before Maile’s historic trip, Senators had unanimously voted to overturn the baby-ban and allow infants onto the Senate floor. And before you ask, Maile was good as gold when the time came and slept through the whole thing!

Senator Duckworth had worked hard to change the rule, ensuring she’d be able to vote while caring for her newborn and hoping to set a positive example of family-friendly workplace policies to the nation.

Tammy Duckworth: Pushing Boundaries

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As an Asian-American woman, an Iraq War Veteran, former Black Hawk helicopter pilot and double amputee working in politics, Tammy is no stranger to pushing boundaries and making history.

She was the first Asian-American woman elected to Congress in Illinois, the first disabled woman to be elected to the United States Congress and the first member of US Congress born in Thailand.

And after welcoming baby Maile in April she became the first sitting senator to give birth while in office.

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Here at Seraphine, we think Tammy is amazing. Her efforts to make her own working environment a more family-friendly place will pave the way to empowering generations of women to balance high-powered careers with family life.

Falling in Love with Your Newborn – Win The Love No.1 Sweater

Win the Love No.1 Sweater! Read on to find out how… *competition now closed*

There is no feeling on earth that can even come close to that of meeting your brand new baby for the first time. To hear them cry, feel their warmth and see them open their eyes to look at you. In short: to fall utterly, unconditionally, head-over-heels in love in an instant.

It’s an overwhelming experience that words simply can’t do justice to.

This week on the blog, we are celebrating the magic of falling in love with your newborn by giving you the chance to win our signature Seraphine Love No.1 Sweater! *competition now closed*

Inspired by the iconic Chanel No.5 scent bottle, this trendy top celebrates the new love of your life: Your baby! Made in a slinky grey marl knit, it will drape beautifully over your curves, and the loose boxy style will flatter your bump at every stage. This is the perfect partner for your skinny maternity jeans, and we have 5 of these must-have sweaters to give away!

For your chance to win, simply share this post with your followers on Facebook or Twitter, then leave a comment here on the blog to let us know you’ve done it.

Then double your chances by entering on Facebook too!

5 lucky winners will be chosen at random, and will be announced on Facebook on Friday 10th of October.

Best of luck! *competition now closed*

Terms and Conditions

All entries must be submitted by 10/10/2014
To enter, share this post on Facebook or Twitter, and leave a comment on this blog post to let us know you’ve done it
You must leave a comment on the blog to validate your entry – otherwise we will be unable to contact you to let you know you’ve won
5 winners will be chosen at random to receive 1 free Love No.1 Sweater, usually worth £29

Just for fun: For the feline of the family it may not always be love at first sight…

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