
Only three months in, and 2011 is clearly shaping up to be the year of the baby. With Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon anxiously awaiting the arrival of twins, and 'The Game''s Tia Mowry expecting her first child with husband Cory Hardrict, we're all on perpetual baby bump watch.
If anyone knows how to maintain their sexy while pregnant, it's celebrities. Knowing how to work the right outfit, stay in shape and what not to sacrifice are the secrets to feeling and looking your best while pregnant. If you're joining the circle of moms-to-be, here's how to keep your sexy over the next few months.
1. DRESS THE PART
Just because you're carrying a child doesn't mean you have to completely forgo your style sense. Yes, maternity wear is made especially for this time in your life, but let's be honest - some pregnancy outfits make expecting moms look frumpy. If there's a brand that you wear regularly because it flatters your figure and matches your style, stick with it - just opt for a bigger size.
2. KEEP IT TOGETHER
It's an understatement to say that having a baby does a number on your body, but the change that is happening within doesn't have to show up all over your exterior. While this is probably easier said than done, keep stretch marks and saggy boobs at bay by swapping in these body-enhancing products, specifically made for the not-so-nice repercussions of carrying a child.

Mama Mio Tummy Rub Stretch Mark Oil ($35, mamamio.com) has high levels of Omega 3, 6 and 9 to keep your belly resilient as your baby grows.
Carol's Daughter Sexy Belly ($22, carolsdaughter.com) butter has Tamanu oil and rose hip extract that helps maintain your skin's elasticity and evens out skin tone without leaving a greasy residue.
Lastly, sleeping in a bra at night during your pregnancy - yes, all 9 months of it - can really do wonders for sagging. It might not be the most comfortable thing, but as you grow, your chest will really appreciate the extra support. Just pick a bra with comfortable fabric and thick straps so you don't wake up with irritation and shoulder dents.
3. WORK IT OUT
Sorry to break it to you, but being pregnant isn't a nine-month excuse to not work out. While you have to tweak your gym time and workout regimen to a safe and smart level, sticking with a workout routine can actually help you bounce back faster once you give birth. Your weight gain should remain within the 25- to 35-pound range. Talk to your doctor before hitting the gym to come up with a workout plan that works best for you. Pre-natal yoga is a great and relaxing start!
4. PLAY UP YOUR PLUSH HAIR
For the next few months you'll likely have your best hair ever, so take advantage of it. For many, one beauty benefit to being pregnant is the growth of lush locks. While it's not advised to chemically treat your hair while pregnant, make time for regular salon visits to keep your strands styled. Maybe even get a little adventurous and try something completely different.
If you color your hair, switch over to vegetable dyes and swap out regular products for chemical-free ones, often made for natural hair. To keep your mane in tip-top shape, treat yourself to a deep-conditioning treatment weekly. Try Miss Jessie's Super Sweetback Treatment ($48, missjessies.com)

Inevitable weight gain while pregnant is no excuse to let yourself go. This is a time to feel your most feminine, so don't cut back on the rituals that only enhance that. If you weren't a regular makeup wearer before, then now's the time to start, and if you always wore makeup, keep it up. That, combined with the feminine boosts going on within, will make you feel really sexy.
6. SHOW 'EM WHAT YOU'RE WORKING WITH
You may have been dreaming for that D-cup since puberty, and luckily, thanks to pregnancy, you didn't have to go under the knife to get it, so put them to use while you have them - but not too much! There's a thin line between sexy and scandalous. Keep them nice and taut with Mama Mio Boob Tube Bust & Neck Firmer ($45, mamamio.com).

7. GET A LEG UP
So you may not be able to see your legs, but remember that everyone else can. The added weight that you're carrying may not only slow you down, but also drain the life and energy out of your limbs. Bring them back to life with a leg cream that's made especially for pregnant legs. Try Mustela Instant Comfort Legs ($20, sephora.com). Menthol extract refreshes and relieves achy legs and hyaluronic acid and avocado peptides firm your overworked skin.

Need some real-life inspiration? Here's how these celebrity moms maintained their sexy while eating for two (or three!).




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By: "DimePiece" on 3/21/2011 2:39PM
First I like to say to all the soon to be mothers Mimi, Tia, and Lala CONGRATGULATIONS! I wanted to know, why wasn't Lala's name mentioned in the first paragraph? But as far as staying sexy, this article right here is asking a lil TOO MUCH? Ok, if you buy the name brands your use to buying but in a size larger, it's going to cost you EXTRA for more material? I'm sure you can get something affordable and a lot cheaper, but still look fashionable buying maternity clothes at a target, walmart, ect... This is a recession and I don't think a everyday woman would spend $$$$$ on expensive maternity clothes to wear all through their pregnancy and then after the baby born can't wear no more? Maybe the Celebs have that lavish lifestyle to do that?
Now, I don't feel it is necessary to buy expensive stretch mark lotions, sexy belly butter, sugar body polish, instant comfort leg cream, ect.. name brands? Why pay all that and so many products when really you can buy some coco butter, and maby one other lotion less than $10 at a Cvs, Ritaid or somethin? The couple of products does the same thing at a way lesser price. As far as working out, as long as you are movin that's enuf. ISH, it is hard to do anything and is uncomfortable to be doing anything while being pregnant. Forget that yoga,ect.. a lot of woman just don't have the energy. This is the time to be takin it easy. I say this, a woman is SEXY PERIOD while pregnant without all of those products, doin yoga, expensive maternity clothes, ect... Everybody should love you just the way you are? Maybe for the Celebs they have people to do things for them, pamper, and have the $$$$ all like that. I still say is unecessary.
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By: Anne on 3/22/2011 1:17PM
use spellcheck...fool!
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By: Garry Lewis on 3/22/2011 1:17PM
No wonder you area dime piece and not a quarter. You need spell check man, you are a fool!
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By: "DimePiece" on 3/22/2011 10:34PM
GaryMINDYA DAMN BUSNIESS & Ann talk to ya kids, I'm grown yall can KISS MY AZZ! This is no DAMN S-P-E-L-I-N-G B-E-E! I don't have to FINISH my words if I don't have to just like if you were texting to somebody MIND YA BUSINESS and FOCUS YA BEHINDS on the DAMN BLOGS! Sweetheart, you WISH that you could get with a DIMEPIECE or be one! Your lame azz comment was WHACK! Just like YOU! Ann ya tired and both of you DIDN'T MAKE COMMENT ON THE ARTICLE! NOW, WHO CAN'T FOLLOW WHEN MAKING COMMENTS ON HERE? NOW WHO IS THE FOOL? YOUR COMMENTS ARE IRRELEVANT!
You two are jeleous becuase you both don't
HAVE A BRAIN TO MAKE ANY COMMENTS! :-(
For future references,
"IF YA STUPID PEOPLE DON'T LIKE MY COMMENTS OR HOW I WRITE, READ THE HELL OVER & KEEP THE ISH MOVIN"!
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By: Rachel on 8/22/2011 1:45AM
In reply to DimePiece....I do agree that some of the stuff they listed is waaaay too expensive for my taste. But a couple of those items I wouldn't mind buying :) One thing though....you don't spend extra money for the material on getting a bigger size in the clothing you usually like...unless you are sewing your own clothing....
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