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Trying to decide best how to choose underwear in pregnancy? Comfort is the golden rule, followed quickly by comfort. So if you're not sure how or which pair to choose and you're not sure you're ready to go commando, here are some of the favorites in maternity underwear.

1. Bravado Matery Briefs

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This lace and cotton creation looks great. The belly band is designed to be worn above or below the belly, so you get to choose. This can help you grow into the maternity underwear or adjust them to your postpartum body.
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2. Old Navy Thongs Low Rise

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These cotton and spandex thongs are designed to hide panty lines and prevent creeping. They do not roll because they are designed to be low rise. The come in three packs with multiple colors.
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3. Emma Jane Maternity Boy Short

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This maternity boy short is wide legged for full coverage of your rear. It sits below your belly bump making it easier to expand as your pregnancy continues. The material is soft cotton.
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4. Old Navy Maternity Briefs (3 Pack)

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With a combination of cotton and spandex, these pregnancy panties are designed to stay in place and not ride or roll. They are soft and non-irritating on your skin which can be very sensitive. If you have had a large development in your rear, you may want to go up a size for full coverage.
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5. Bravado Thong for Pregnancy

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Bravado is known for their attention to detail in pregnancy and breastfeeding related wear. They have provided no less in this maternity thong designs for all nine months. The Lycra helps the cotton stay in place where it belongs for a smooth and comfortable fit your entire pregnancy. Three colors are available: nude, black and white
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6. Leading Lady Maternity Briefs

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These are full coverage briefs, though they are high cut, meaning you could face some gaps from your belly to your thigh in coverage and just the way the panties lay on your skin. They come in sizes S/M and L/XL and colors black, ecru and white. The waist band is made with elastic that is not covered if you are sensitive to that or looking for that - but it does not roll down!
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7. GAP Maternity Hipster

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These super soft cotton panties have just a touch of lycra to keep them in place. They come in playful colors and stripes and ride just at your hips. Machine wash and dry to keep them soft. Try larger sizes if you have problems with gathering, bunching or riding.
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8. GAP Bikini Panties

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These bikinis are designed to fit under your belly. This helps prevent it from rolling or riding into spaces it shouldn't. The legs, and waist have elastic and the panty is cotton. It comes in nude, black and white. Because of the design, you can also wear these underwear postpartum after the baby comes.
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9. Emily B Maternity Thong

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If a fashion flare is what you're looking for the Emily B thong might just be up your alley. It rides under your baby bump and high in all the right places. This means it can be worn postpartum as well. It does have a matching bra to complete the set for a sexy look in pregnancy.
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10. Eve Alexander Adjustable Maternity Thong

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This maternity thong has a mesh front, but what makes it stand out is that it is adjustable on the sides to grow with your pregnancy.
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11. Le Mystere Pregnancy Panty

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These panties are hand wash and line dry, no bleach, making them not your everyday panty. However, they provide full coverage for your pregnant abdomen and your rear. They provide light support for your abdomen and lower back which can feel nice to some pregnant women if you like some pressure on these areas.
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