I am speaking from experience here ladies, I am presently 23 weeks pregnant and feeling every inch the unglowing momma 2 be. In the hospital waiting room for my recent check up I was flicking through a mag (as you do!)....and who was gracing the cover, only the blooming Ms Megan Fox, the glowing and ever classy Reese Witherspoon and the Beautiful Anna Paquin to name but a few. Flaunting their beautiful bumps in an array of on trend looks for Summer 2012.

It was with these images of the fashion forward mommies to be that I compiled a picture album of some of the best pregnancy looks for Summer 2012, as well as adding the ultimate pregnancy must have products for that glowing skin that is supposed to come naturally. (cough cough).

As you can see its block colours, for these ladies, maxi dresses ooze comfort and style, while the dresses to the knee give a flirty edge to the maternity looks above.

The general pregnancy style rule is to combine comfort with the right elements to incorporate your own fun flirty pre-pregnancy style, that way you dont loose yourself under a gown of frumpy maternity hand me downs.

Last but not least a short list of pregnancy make up bag must have's

1. Small tin of vaseline...the wonder product....use it everywere lips, eyes, eyebrows, cheeks...blend with a rosey blush to give your skin that dewy look.

2. Concealer....when the restless nights take there toll, dab under the eyes and blend to eliminate those nasty dark circles.

3. Tinted Moisturiser....hormones play havoc with the skin during pregnancy so best not to clog the face with heavy foundation, tinted moisturiser gives minimal coverage, maxium glow and a less sticky caked on feel.

4. A pop of colour weather its a pinky lipstick or bright eyeshadow...it is the Summer, and make up counters are full of neons and bright colours. Utilise them to suit your skin tone...a pop of the seasons hottest colours on the face is a surefire way to bring any look up to date.

And Lastly 5. not for the make up bag but for the handbag...a bottle of pure H20....water ladies...dehydration during pregnancy leads to the skin looking dull and grey..so shine from the inside out. Sip away throughout the day....keeps the skin plump and glowing.

Happy Blooming xxx