However, if you don't have that average figure, shopping for maternity fashion can prove to be a nightmare.
This is particularly the case for taller women who after the initial few months begin to struggle to find clothes to fit their changing figures.
"I had to buy extra long normal tops and stretch them over my bump," and "jeans just aren't the right length," are two of the most common complaints we've heard.
A spokesperson for maternity fashion retailer JoJo Maman Bébé, which has a range of pieces to suit taller women, agreed, telling Does My Bump Look Good in This: "When you’re a taller woman It’s often difficult to find tops and cardigans to cover your ever growing bump.
"Jeans can also be tricky, when you pull the bump band up to where it should be you’re left with chilly ankles."
Thankfully over the past few years, designers and highstreet stores have woken up to these needs with JoJo Maman Bébé, Dorothy Perkins, Long Tall Sally and Isabella Oliver, are just a few of the stores that offer maternity jeans for the taller lady.
Choosing a wrap shirt or empire line top, which will elongate your figure and show off your bump is also a good option, while longer style cardigans, such as these from JoJo Maman Bébé, or a longer knitted maternity jumper, will also ensure your bump remains covered while you stay stylish.
Here's some of our must have picks from the virtual highstreet.
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| 34 inch jeans, Dorothy Perkins £43 |
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| Opt for a longer style cardigan like this one from Jojo Maman Bebe |
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| Take a belt off a knitted dress to allow for height. We heart this one from H&M |
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| Wrap top, £29, Jojo Maman Bebe |
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| Ruched long top, £75, Isabella Oliver |
