Where to Buy Cheap Maternity Clothes: 20 Affordable Stores I’ve Actually Shopped
Today we’re talking about where to buy cheap maternity clothes that still look and feel good. This post contains affiliate links.
Congratulations on your pregnancy! You’re only in maternity clothes for a few months, and nobody wants to spend a small fortune on things they’ll wear for less than a year. But comfort matters more during pregnancy than at almost any other time, and the right pieces genuinely change how you feel in your changing body.
I’ve been pregnant four times, and I’ve shopped for maternity clothes the way I shop for everything on this blog: by actually buying it, wearing it on repeat, and seeing what holds up. (That’s the 100 Hour Guarantee in action.) I’ve also talked to hundreds of moms about where they found the best deals. This is the honest, current list of where I’d send a friend who’s expecting and watching her budget.
The short answer: for the best mix of price and quality, start with Old Navy, Target, and H&M. For the lowest prices, look at Walmart, Boohoo, and Shein. For nicer pieces at a discount, shop ThredUP and Poshmark secondhand. Details, price ranges, and my picks are below.
At a glance: cheap maternity clothes by store
| Store | Best for | Prices start around | Where to shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Navy | Best overall value, basics | $15 | Online + in-store |
| Target | High-quality basics (Isabel Maternity) | $7 | Online + in-store |
| Walmart | Lowest prices on basics | $9 | Online + in-store |
| H&M (MAMA) | Minimalist European style | $13 | Online + in-store |
| GAP | Reliable fit, frequent sales | $20 | Online + in-store |
| Amazon | Fast shipping, joggers + basics | $14 | Online |
| Motherhood Maternity | One-stop maternity, clearance | $8 | Online + in-store |
| PinkBlush | Trendy dresses, baby shower looks | $30 | Online |
| ASOS | Trendy pieces that hide the bump | $15 | Online |
| Boohoo | Cheapest trendy pieces | $5 | Online |
| Shein | Absolute lowest prices | $8 | Online |
| Temu | Rock-bottom prices on basics | $5 | Online |
| Quince | Elevated basics that work over a bump | $20 | Online |
| ThredUP | Higher-end brands secondhand | $4 | Online |
| Poshmark | Designer denim + photo dresses secondhand | varies | Online |
| Macy’s / Kohl’s | Department-store clearance | clearance | Online + in-store |
| Ross / TJ Maxx | In-store treasure hunting | clearance | In-store |
Prices change constantly, so treat these as starting points, not promises.
When do you actually need maternity clothes?
It depends entirely on when you start showing, and everybody is different. With my first, I stretched looser tops and the hair-tie trick on my jeans until almost 20 weeks. With every pregnancy after that, I was reaching for maternity jeans by 9 weeks. Most people start needing real maternity pieces in the second trimester, though plenty of moms switch earlier in the first trimester simply because nothing tight feels good on your stomach during morning sickness.
What maternity clothes do you really need?
“Need” is doing a lot of work here, but if you want a minimal, mix-and-match starter set, this is it:
- one or two pairs of maternity jeans or pants
- maternity leggings
- a casual maternity dress
- one dressier maternity dress (for photos, a shower, or any event)
- a few maternity tees
- a couple of maternity tops
- maternity bras
Add dressier pieces if your work calls for it. I also lived in maternity joggers by the third trimester, because by then I did not want a single thing pressing on my bump.
My picks: the best places for cheap maternity clothes
Old Navy (best overall value)
Old Navy is the first name that comes up in almost every mom group, and for good reason. The prices are low, the selection is wide, and the basics mix easily with trendier pieces. Moms swear by the leggings and maternity jeans, and the site lets you shop by trimester. This is where I’d start if you only shopped one place.
Target (best quality basics on a budget)
Target partners with established maternity brands to make lower-cost lines, and the Isabel Maternity by Ingrid & Isabel collection is the standout. Basic pieces start cheap, and you can stack Target Circle offers and sales on top. The fit runs reliable, which matters when you’re buying things you can’t always try on.
Walmart (lowest prices on the basics)
Walmart has quietly built a huge maternity selection, with over a thousand pieces online and filters that make it easy to sort by price. Their own lines run very cheap. One caution: read the reviews, because shopper complaints about sizing are common, and the third-party seller listings are a mixed bag.
H&M MAMA (minimalist European style)
The MAMA line is genuinely good for the price, from everyday basics to statement dresses. If you want clean, minimalist, European-chic maternity style without spending much, sort low-to-high and check the clearance section. You won’t get heirloom quality, but you’re not paying for it either, and the styling is some of the nicest on this list.
GAP (reliable fit and frequent sales)
GAP maternity is dependable in the best way. Once you know your size in their maternity line, it carries across pieces with no surprises, and they run sales constantly. A promo code on their already-reasonable basics makes this an easy place to stock up.
Amazon (fast shipping, great basics)
Amazon carries everything, including pricey pieces, but the value is in the in-house and budget brands. In pregnancy, when you need something, you needed it yesterday, and it’s hard to beat Prime shipping without leaving the couch. My most-worn find was a pair of maternity joggers under $20 that I wore constantly.
A few cheap brands worth searching by name once you’re there:
- Amazon Essentials and Daily Ritual (the in-house brands): great quality for the price, very soft, the best value on basic tees and layering pieces.
- Mother Bee Maternity: my favorite basic maternity tees, plus dresses for everyday wear, photoshoots, and showers.
- CRZ Yoga: already one of my favorite workout brands, and their maternity line lived up to it. The leggings are a true compression workout legging (squat-proof and they stay put), and I’ve been wearing them since about 15 weeks. The over-the-bump shorts are stretchy, flattering, and what I lived in all summer. I ordered my usual size.
- POSHDIVAH: my pick for the best maternity bike shorts. The over-the-bump fit smooths everything under dresses and stops thigh chafing, which is the whole job of a good pair. I broke down my favorites (and the ones to skip) in my guide to the best maternity bike shorts.
Don’t sleep on the cheap nursing-friendly bras either, at about $10 each in a three-pack. For my full picks, prices, and sizing notes on all of these, see my roundup of the best maternity pieces on Amazon and my budget maternity bra review.
Motherhood Maternity (the one-stop staple)
Motherhood is the American maternity mainstay: dresses, basics, jeans, and leggings that start around $8. They also run a higher-end sister brand, A Pea in the Pod. Check the clearance section first, where the real budget wins are.
PinkBlush (trendy dresses and event looks)
PinkBlush is maternity-specific and leans trendy, with dresses that photograph beautifully for baby showers and gender reveals, plus jeans, tops, and loungewear designed to work before, during, and after pregnancy. It’s a half-step up in price from the big-box stores, but it’s where I’d look for a dress that actually feels special.
ASOS Maternity (trendy, doesn’t scream pregnancy)
If you want a rabbit hole of cute maternity pieces, ASOS is it. Plenty of it is higher-priced, but their sales and basics hide real gems. Sizes sell out fast here, so if you love something, order it right away.
Boohoo (cheapest trendy pieces)
Boohoo has a massive selection of very trendy maternity pieces, with prices that start near nothing. It’s ideal for a fun dress for a night out or pieces that don’t read as maternity at all. Quality is exactly what you’d expect at the price, so I’d use it for short-term and statement pieces, not your everyday workhorses.
Shein (the absolute lowest prices)
Shein expanded into maternity and the selection keeps growing. The prices are the lowest you’ll find, and the photography makes everything look great. The trade-off is quality, so I’d reach for Shein for maternity photos, a baby shower, or those last few weeks when nothing fits and you only need it briefly. If you’re new to the site, read my honest take first: Is Shein legit? or more specifically, the Shein maternity review.
Temu (rock-bottom prices, same caveats)
Temu plays in the same ultra-budget lane as Shein, with maternity dresses and basics that often run $5 to $15. Treat it the same way: great for a baby-shower or photoshoot dress, a trendy piece you’ll only wear a handful of times, or those final weeks when you refuse to spend real money on something that fits for a month. Quality is hit or miss and shipping takes longer, so read recent reviews on each listing and don’t count on it for the pieces you’ll wash and wear on repeat. For the items actually worth ordering, see my best Temu finds. You can also pay attention to materials (look for things that are 100% cotton and you can find some gems that will last you all 9 months).
Quince (elevated basics that happen to work over a bump)
Quince has a rapidly expanding matenrity line and several of their non-maternity pieces work surprisingly well during pregnancy: the oversized silk and knit dresses, soft leggings, and roomy knits. The prices sit well below comparable quality elsewhere, so if you want a few nicer pieces you’ll keep wearing postpartum, this is worth a look. I own more than 20 Quince pieces, and you can read my full honest Quince review for what’s actually worth it. My pregnant sister just placed bit Quince maternity order so I’ll keep you posted but if it is as good as regular Quince pieces, I think you’ll be obsessed.
ThredUP (higher-end brands, secondhand)
ThredUP is a massive online thrift store, and it’s my favorite way to buy nicer maternity brands at a discount. Search by brand, style, and condition (down to “new with tags”). I’d skip it for brands that go on sale often and use it for the pricier maternity labels that rarely do. It’s also a smart place for postpartum jeans you’ll only fit into for a season. New shoppers can grab $10 off a first order here.
Poshmark (designer denim and photo dresses, secondhand)
Maternity clothes are perfect to buy secondhand because they’re usually only worn for a few months. On Poshmark you can make offers to get a seller down on price, which makes it great for higher-ticket items like designer maternity denim or a beautiful dress for maternity photos. Just remember you’re buying from individual sellers, so check their ratings and ask questions before you buy. I’ve shopped on Poshmark multiple times and in the very few instances that my items haven’t arrived, customer service has given me a refund.
Department-store clearance: Macy’s and Kohl’s
Both are easy to overlook at full price, but their clearance sections are where the deals live. Macy’s carries everything from A Pea in the Pod down to Motherhood Maternity. Kohl’s runs a solid maternity clearance, and Kohl’s Cash makes the math even better.
In-store treasure hunting: Ross, TJ Maxx, Marshalls
None of these have reliable online maternity, but if you have one nearby, it’s worth a look. They tend to keep a small maternity rack at their signature low prices. No guarantees on any given visit, which is exactly why it’s a hunt.
Tips for finding cheap maternity clothes
These are the moves that saved me the most money across four pregnancies, and they’re things the big retailers won’t tell you.
- Check Facebook Marketplace. You can score single pieces or whole bundles at steep discounts. Start looking early and be willing to buy a little ahead of when you’ll need it.
- Be okay with repeating outfits: You really do NOT need a full new wardrobe of maternity clothes. You probably need fewer maternity pieces than you think. The easiest way to save money on maternity clothes is buying less of them.
- Try local Buy Nothing groups. Search your town plus “Buy Nothing” on Facebook. These groups run on paying it forward, and you can pick up great pieces completely free.
- Ask in local mom groups. Lots of moms have a box of maternity clothes they don’t know what to do with. Post your size and style and see who responds. This is one of the cheapest sources there is.
- Hit children’s resale shops. Stores like Once Upon a Child often keep a rack of gently used maternity items alongside the kids’ clothes.
- Shop clearance, not full price. If you’re flexible on exactly what you get, the clearance racks at Motherhood, Kohl’s, Macy’s, and H&M are where the budget really stretches.
- Stick to basics you can mix in. Instead of a closet full of new maternity tops, buy a few basic maternity tees and layer them with cardigans and kimonos you already own. Skip the statement pieces and build around basics.
- Don’t sleep on secondhand for nicer brands. Maternity pieces are usually worn so lightly that secondhand finds are often nearly new. See my full guide to the best places to buy used maternity clothes.
- Consider non-maternity styles. In 2026, you have SO many non-maternity options that can work with an expanding bump. Look for elastic band lounge sets and more oversized tops or flowy dresses.
Frequently asked questions
For new pieces, Walmart, Shein, and Boohoo have the lowest prices, with basics starting under $10. For the cheapest option overall, secondhand wins: ThredUP, Poshmark, Facebook Marketplace, and local Buy Nothing groups, where you can often find maternity clothes for a few dollars or free.
Buy mostly basics you can mix and match, shop clearance instead of full price, and lean on secondhand since maternity clothes are barely worn. Sizing up in a few regular pieces (loose tops, stretchy dresses) also stretches your budget, so you only buy true maternity for jeans, leggings, and the bump-fitted pieces.
Fewer than you’d think. A workable starter set is two pairs of maternity jeans, leggings, a few tees, a couple of tops, one casual dress, and one dressier dress. Most people rotate the same handful of comfortable pieces, so quality and comfort matter more than quantity.
For some pieces, yes. Oversized tops, stretchy or wrap dresses, and elastic-waist bottoms can carry you a long way, especially early on. But maternity jeans and leggings are designed to support and grow with your bump, and nothing regular truly replaces them once you’re showing.
For most people, yes. Maternity clothes are usually worn for only a few months, so secondhand pieces are often in excellent, nearly-new condition at a fraction of the price. ThredUP and Poshmark are my go-tos, and local mom groups are even cheaper.
Usually sometime in the second trimester, though it varies a lot. Many moms switch earlier in the first trimester because tight waistbands feel uncomfortable during morning sickness. By a second or third pregnancy, most people show sooner and reach for maternity clothes earlier.
Anything I missed? Tell me your favorite budget maternity find in the comments.
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