The 20 Best Maternity Jeans, Tested by Pregnant Women and Fashion Insider Moms

Best Overall, Over Belly

1822 Denim Maternity Better Butter Slim Straight with Bellyband

View On Nordstrom $64 View On 1822denim.com View On Lyst.com

Our Ratings

• Comfort
  5/5
• Fit
  5/5
• Support
  5/5
• Durability
  5/5
• Value
  4.8/5

This over-the-belly style from 1822 Denim is one of the most comfortable maternity jeans on the market. We found the high-quality fabric really does feel like butter — or at least on par with the most comfortable leggings in your closet. The belly band was snug enough to stay in place, but not restrictive or too compressive, like many other over-the-bump styles. It is also stretchy enough to grow with you into the third trimester. And, as one of the lower priced maternity jeans we tested, you get a lot of bang for your buck: One pair is likely to last you at least another pregnancy. Unfortunately, the straight-leg style only comes in one color option.

Size: 24–33 | Washes: 1 | Fit: Over-the-bump

Best Overall, Under Belly

Hudson Jeans Nico Maternity Straight Ankle Jean

View On Amazon $151 View On Nordstrom $215 View On Hudsonjeans.com

Our Ratings

• Comfort
  4.5/5
• Fit
  4.5/5
• Support
  5/5
• Durability
  5/5
• Value
  5/5

Under belly maternity jeans make a great investment, as you can wear them the moment your belly starts growing until post-pregnancy. Think of Hudson’s Nico style as the non-maternity maternity jean — unless you look close and see the subtly camouflaged side panels, you can’t really tell the difference. As Hudson is a premium denim brand, you get what you pay for: An ultra luxe, comfortable pair of jeans that make you feel like the best version of yourself. We found they were well worth the nearly $200 investment for three trimesters plus postpartum wear especially if you are looking for jeans that make you feel like you are wearing “real” clothes. The style is so popular with women in all stages of pregnancy that it comes in four washes, including a black coated, faux leather looking style for when you need a little fashion pick-me-up. Don’t even think about sizing up, as they run true to size.

Size: 23–34 | Washes: 4 | Fit: Under-the-bump

Best Budget

Levi's Maternity Skinny Jeans

View On Amazon $28

Our Ratings

• Comfort
  4.5/5
• Fit
  4.5/5
• Support
  4/5
• Durability
  4.5/5
• Value
  5/5

You don’t have to spend a fortune on designer denim to dress your bump in style. This budget-friendly but high-quality pair of maternity jeans available on Amazon was recommended by nearly everyone on our expert roster and testers. “These Levi Strauss & Co Skinny jeans are a classic and they are a great price too,” explains Lucy Aylen, a stylist, mom, and founder of Never Fully Dressed. Gillette adds that the skinny style has the “perfect amount of stretch” while still managing to stay up without constant readjustment. We found that the thickness and stiffness of the band made for great belly support, but don’t expect too much in the form of back support. For the price, you can’t go wrong. Even after several washes there was zero pilling, fading or stretching out. Available in three color options and sizes XS to XL. We suggest sizing up as they run a little on the small side.

Size: XS–XL | Washes: 3 | Fit: Under-the-bump

Best for 1st or 2nd Trimester

Hudson Rosie Maternity Wide Leg Ankle Jean

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Our Ratings

• Comfort
  4.5/5
• Fit
  4/5
• Support
  5/5
• Durability
  5/5
• Value
  4/5

For those who like a wider leg style, Hudson’s Rosie offers some serious cool girl vibes. Made from “premium stretch denim designed to hold their shape,” fashion expert, designer and mom Maggie Gillette maintains that the slight flare is perfect for pairing with a wedge or heel “for a dressed-up look.” The fabric is smooth and lightweight with the side panels resting just below the bump for comfort. While it may be possible for some women to wear them throughout the entirety of pregnancy, we found that due to the lack of support around the back and bump, the style is better suited for the first and second trimesters. If you do plan on wearing them throughout all three, consider sizing up. Overall the on-trend style offers a more designer denim feel than less expensive options. So, if you don’t mind splurging a little, they are well worth the investment.

Size: 23–34 | Washes: 1 | Fit: Under-the-bump

Best for 3rd Trimester

Hatch Slim Maternity Jean

View On Hatchcollection.com View On Bloomingdales $198 View On Saks Fifth Avenue $198

Hatch, the premium maternity brand that outfitted Meghan Markle, Olivia Wilde and Kate Upton during their pregnancies, have nailed the maternity denim category, says Lauren Rae Levy Vigneron, a Los Angeles-based stylist, consultant and founder of the LRL Group. “These skinny maternity jeans made from recycled cotton, come with a built in belly panel made up of a breathable bamboo blend and stretch,” she says about the jeans that got her through her pregnancy. Just how comfortable are they? We maintain that the ultra-soft panel will trick you into thinking you are wearing a pair of leggings.

Designed to grow with you through all stages of pregnancy, including the third trimester and postpartum, the panel provides the support needed around your bump and for your lower back, she adds. “Bonus points for being c-section friendly and wonderfully crafted to give that perfect amount of postpartum compression,” she says. (Our tester did note that she found the panel a little too restrictive and wished she had sized up.) Vigneron also loves the “perfect indigo wash” that goes with pretty much everything and “will become a core piece of your maternity wardrobe.” And while on the expensive side, after several washes they still looked as good as new with zero piling or fading.

Size: 24–34 | Washes: 1 | Fit: Over-the-bump

Best Splurge

L'Agence Maternity Jean

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If you are going to splurge on one pair of maternity jeans, Vigneron recommends this pair from L’Agence, which she dubs “the most flattering maternity jean on the market” with a high rise, straight leg and boot cut. “If you are looking to splurge on mama-to-be jeans, this premium denim style is the one for you,” she says. The jeans have stretch panels built into the front pockets for extra comfort, so “not only do they look great, but feel great,” she maintains.

Unfortunately, they come in one wash, “a clean true black denim,” but “every detail was designed with love,” she says,  including the button “which is monochromatic to give this pant a more elevated look.” If you prefer skinny jeans, their Margot style is equally chic and comes in “subtle” and “super” stretch options and three colors, black, white and an indigo wash.

Size: 23–34 | Washes:1 | Fit: Under-the-bump

Best Plus-Size

Motherhood Skinny Maternity Jeans

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According to Darlene Lebron, content creator, model, entrepreneur and mother-of-two, plus size maternity is limited to a very small handful of stores, “so to identify a best of the best is very difficult,” she maintains. “Most stores don’t offer past a 3XL and at some stores the 3XL that is offered is more a junior plus cut which means they are technically stopping at a 18/20.” Overall her favorite style of denim is definitely the over-the-belly, as it offers the best support and rounds out the belly a little better, “plus it gave me a little more coverage on both ends which I needed the later I became in my pregnancy,” she says.

She selected this style from Motherhood Maternity as her top pick, due to the combo of fit, cut, accessibility and cost. “The cut is trendy and fun, the style is overall comfortable to wear,” she says. “They are a little lightweight but they held up great throughout my pregnancy.” She owned both colors, “but the light wash was definitely on heavy rotation.” This style is very popular and will go out of stock in sizes or colors, but the brand does restock.

Size: 1X–3X | Washes: 2 | Fit: Over-the-bump

Best Tall

Maurices Edgely Super Skinny Over The Bump Maternity Ripped Jean

View On Maurices.com $46

Aaronica Cole, Atlanta-based style influencer and mother-of-three, is a fan of this reasonably priced pair of jeans from Maurices, available in standard and plus sizes in short, regular and long lengths. “With these you don't have to sacrifice style for budget. These are cute and super budget-friendly,” she says. The super skinny leg, over-the-bump jean made out of a stretchy fabric features a chicly frayed ankle with shoppers attesting the style is “so comfortable” and “so cute.” For as many options as there are for fit, the style only comes in a single wash.

Size: 0–20W, Short, Regular, Long | Washes: 1 | Fit: Over-the-Bump

Best Skinny

PinkBlush Blue Medium Wash Maternity Skinny Jeans

View On Pinkblushmaternity.com

Our Ratings

• Comfort
  4.5/5
• Fit
  4/5
• Support
  4/5
• Durability
  5/5
• Value
  5/5

With just the right amount of stretch, this perfect five-pocket skinny jean style from PinkBlush offers a whole lot of comfort at a reasonable price point. Made out of a durable high quality denim with just a little bit of spandex, the jeans moved with us for all day comfort. Due to the stretchiness of the belly band, we found them to be a great option for the third trimester, as the band is big enough to accommodate a larger bump. However, those in the first or second trimester (or with smaller bellies) may have trouble keeping the over-the-bump band in place.

Size: 24–31 | Washes: 1 | Fit: Over-the-bump

Best Skinny, Runner Up

BLANQI Maternity Belly Support Skinny Jeans

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These “great-fitting” pull-on skinny jeans were a “staple” in Vigneron’s pregnancy journey. “The over-the-belly seamless support band brings the support one needs throughout the stages of pregnancy,” she says about the high-quality, reasonably priced style that comes in six washes and sizes 0 to 14. The over-the-bump band is also made out of the same microfiber they use for the ultra-comfy leggings. “I’m a big fan of the “medium clean” wash for fall, “black knee slit” for winter, and the “light destroy” for spring/ summer,” she says. An added bonus? “Blanqi crafts their denim with sustainability using recycled cotton and wood pulp.”

Size: 0–14 | Washes: 6 | Fit: Over-the-bump

Best Wide Leg

Paige Anessa Maternity Rock Show Distressed

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We love the more casual, wide leg design on these Paige Anessa Maternity Jeans. The laid-back cut is “super stylish and high quality,” says Gillette. “The wide cut of the leg provides a balanced proportion to your pregnant body while still being comfortable.” The style comes in a single wash, a distressed blue dubbed rock show, from the brand’s vintage collection. It offers below-the-bump support via two stretchy side panels and features a cropped, billowy bottom.

The light wash is a nice shade, however we do wish the pregnancy panels were more discreet. The black is stark against the denim if you aren’t wearing a longer top that covers it.

Size: 23–34 | Washes:1 | Fit: Under-the-bump

Best Boyfriend

Hatch Boyfriend Maternity Jeans

View On Amazon $198 View On Hatchcollection.com

Our Ratings

• Comfort
  3.7/5
• Fit
  3/5
• Support
  3/5
• Durability
  4/5
• Value
  3/5

Another Hatch style worth investing in is this “perfect” boyfriend jean, claims Vigneron. “I wasn’t surprised to find this flawless style came from Hatch, as I find the brand to be one of the most on-trend maternity fashion houses,” she says. Her favorite feature? The monochromatic stretchy panels on the sides. “Typically panels built into maternity jeans are black or white, and I love that this style offers a more subtle approach to this by using blue panels on the sides,” she says.

While incredibly durable, our reviewer found the panels to be less stretchy than other styles, which might be a problem during the later stages of pregnancy. However, the leg and shape of these pants paired with the wash options (light or indigo) “make these beauties a great investment,” according to Vigneron. Be forewarned: Sizing is a little wonky, running on the larger side.

Size: 24–34 | Washes: 2 | Fit: Over-the-bump

Best Cropped

Paige Denim Noella Straight Leg Maternity Jeans

View On Amazon $200 View On Paige.com View On Shopbop.com $239

Our Ratings

• Comfort
  4.3/5
• Fit
  4.3/5
• Support
  5/5
• Durability
  5/5
• Value
  4.8/5

Maternity jeans often get a bad rap for being dowdy. However, this cropped style from Paige is about as on-trend as you can get. Designed out of the brand’s trademark high-quality denim and grow-with-you under-the-bump side panels, you will be wearing this slightly loose, boyfriend-style on repeat throughout this pregnancy and into the next.

Due to the stretchy and loose nature of the material, the jeans provide all-day comfort. However, plan on washing them after a few wears, as they tend to get looser over time. Because the side panel bands are so low, you aren’t going to get the ample back support you might need during those final weeks, a common issue with under-the-bump styles.

Size: 23–34 | Washes: 1 | Fit: Under-the-bump

Best Cropped, Runner Up

Joe's Jeans The Icon Ankle Maternity

View On Nordstrom $188 View On Joesjeans.com View On Bloomingdales $188

For a cropped jean, Vigneron recommends this mid-rise skinny jean courtesy of Joes. “It comes in the perfect everyday shade of indigo, falls just above the ankle, and fits beautifully,” she says. The leg length is ideal for a range of shoes — sandals, sneakers, or heels (props to you if you’re feeling good enough to wear during pregnancy).

It is also offered in a wide size range of 23 to 34 and comfortably grows with you with the help of flexible side panels. She also appreciates that the pant offers sculpting stretch for a flattering finish. “I love these jeans for any season of the year, day or night.”

Size: 23–34 | Washes: 1 | Fit: Under-the-bump

Best for Big Thighs

Oh! Mamma Maternity Women's Skinny Jeans

View On Walmart $17

If you are proportionally bigger thighs, you know jeans shopping is tricky. Add in an expanding belly and the roadblocks to your ideal fit increase. Your best bet is to find something with a lot of stretch. Lebron recommends this style from Oh! Mamma Maternity, a cotton, poly, rayon, spandex blend that will stretch with you. This style is also a great option for curvy or plus-size women as well as it comes in sizes S through 3X.

“If you are only planning to wear denim a handful of times during your pregnancy I highly recommend these because for under $20 (and sometimes as low as $12) you can’t go wrong,” she says, but don’t expect them to last throughout multiple pregnancies. Another great thing about the skinny style? If a full over-the-belly panel is uncomfortable or itchy for you, there is a demi cut option as well.

Size: S–3X | Washes:6 | Fit: Over-the-bump and Demi

Best Black

BLANQI Maternity Belly Support Skinny Jeans

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Blanqi started as a maternity brand built around providing support “so these jeans not only look cute but also have a super supportive panel to help your bump feel secure even through you’re in the third trimester,” says Gillette. The deep black wash is perfect, the fabric is super stretchy and soft, “and also wicks moisture to keep you feeling fresh and cool,” she says. Vigneron, also a big fan of the maternity brand, chose the same pair as her favorite skinny jean.

Size: 0–14 | Washes: 6 | Fit: Over-the-bump

Best White

Gap Cheeky Straight Jeans With Washwell

View On Amazon $55 View On Gap.com

One of Gillette’s go-to sources for maternity jeans is the Gap. “The Gap has such a good collection of maternity jeans and I am loving these straight jeans in white,” she says. “They are perfect for running errands or a cute coffee date.” They also come in three other washes, and fit are a great option for women of all heights, as they come in petite and tall sizes 25 to 34. Keep in mind that Gap regularly runs major sales, so there’s a good chance you can save big on these. The biggest criticism shoppers have is that the elastic waistband runs on the tight side.

Size: 25–34 | Washes: 4 | Fit: Over-the-bump

Best Ankle Jeans

DL1961 Patti Straight Maternity

View On Amazon View On Dl1961.com $189 View On Shopbop.com $189

Our Ratings

• Comfort
  5/5
• Fit
  5/5
• Support
  4.5/5
• Durability
  5/5
• Value
  4.5/5

These stretch-with-you maternity jeans are so comfortable, you might be tempted to wear them to bed (or nap in at the very least!). Featuring stretch panels on the sides, offering full range of motion for your bump, they are a great option for anyone who doesn’t love the over-the-bump look or feel. The fabric is incredibly soft and stretchy enough to grow with you throughout your pregnancy, while offering enough compression that you don’t have to keep pulling them up or readjusting. We found that if you are in need of extra belly or back support, this isn’t the pair for you.

The main con, according to our testers? They definitely run on the investment side of the price range. However, be assured that this pair will last you throughout your pregnancy, definitely into your next and possibly even a third. Since sizing can be hard to determine, we want to note that their is a restocking fee for returns and exchanges.

Size: 23–34 | Washes: 1 | Fit: Under-the-bump

Best with Panel

Old Navy Maternity Full Panel Kicker Boot-Cut Jeans

View On Gap.com

Our Ratings

• Comfort
  5/5
• Fit
  4.7/5
• Support
  4/5
• Durability
  4.4/5
• Value
  5/5

Cradle your bump in comfort the moment you pull the stretchy panel over your bump of this pair of Old Navy maternity jeans. Designed out of a soft, smooth, breathable and flexible denim, we found them more like a legging or jegging and perfect for all-day wear. Somehow, the belly band manages to stay in place for hours on end without digging into the skin. While the fabric held up nicely throughout multiple wears and washes, those who are planning on having more children might want to consider investing in a more premium style, as these might not make it to baby number two.

Size: 0—20 | Washes: 1 | Fit: Over-the-bump