Simply Gorgeous - Ciara for W Magazine

As we've mentioned before, Ciara has no issues showing off her gorgeous baby bump all over her social media accounts and now you can see her in all her preggo glory in the latest issue of W Magazine. The photos are timeless, chic and she looks beyond beautiful. 

Flawless in a white Donna Karan New York gown

“Pregnancy has been a great fashion challenge because you can’t wear things that you used to wear but you still want to feel like who you are,” Ciara told W. “I have to pay some credit to my fiancé’s closet, because I have worn probably all of his clothes.” Ha! We all relate to that in some ways. I remember dabbling into my man's closet for some comfy sweats when my belly was too big to fit into anything I owned. 

Stunning, even in the mud! Ha! 

Regardless of what she is wearing, this mama to be is simply radiant and we can't wait for her to show of her little baby boy when he decides to make his worldly debut. 

Loving this Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons jacket

Check out the full spread, titled Simply Ciara, here. Enjoy!

Links We Love – Maternity Style

Dressing a bump can be so much fun! Check out these four great links we found this week, all about Maternity Fashion!

1. Maternity Style Evolution – Huffington Post Style shows what maternity clothes looked like throughout the years, dating all the way back to the 50’s - a really interesting retrospect on maternity style!

2. Fashionista 514’s Pregnancy Story – Montreal Fashion Blogger and mom-to-be Robyn Chalmers (aka Fashionista514) talks baby names, cravings, personal style, maternity must haves and more on Thyme Maternity’s Tummy Talk blog. Also be sure to check out her blog for more!

3. Pregnancy Style Week on Sweet on Style – Fellow Fashion Mom, Mary Morin Carlin from Plattsburg New York is sharing an entire week of posts on her blog, all dedicated to Pregnancy Style . You will find everything from maternity work attire to hospital comfort on Sweet on Style.

4. Maternity Fashion Forecast – While we’re all looking forward to spring fashions, trendy, UK based maternity shop Seraphine, keeps it real with a fashion forecast to keep you and your bump comfy and warm through March.

Pregnant in Heels – Gwen Stefani

Gwen Stefani is pregnant with her 3^rd child and the proud mom is letting us all in via social media!

Just last week, Gwen shared her first ever Instagram photo with a super cute gender revealing post saying “I was ready to hand over the crown, but I guess I am still queen of the house #itsaboy #surrounded by boys”

Today, Gwen posted a new pic via Twitter showing off her growing bump, and her always fab maternity style in a monochromatic look. Pregnancy isn’t stopping this fashion mama from being hot in heels! She posted “bump it #allblack #inappropriateshoes #capturethemoment #miracle gx”

Gotta love Gwen for always staying fashionable! Check out some of her pregnancy chic street style looks.

Do you like Gwen’s maternity style? How long was it before you gave up wearing heels while pregnant? 

Dont forget to follow @MTLFashionMoms on Instagram and Twitter as well! 

Beauty and the Bronco

In a series of steamy shots for GQ‘s February, 2014 issue, Denver Bronco wide receiver Eric Decker and his country singer wife, Jessie James get playful and intimate around their home in a photoshoot by photographer Ben Watts.

While the sexy dad-to-be models the season’s hottest denim and shows off his impressive six-pack, we still can’t keep our eyes off Jessie’s beautiful baby bump! She is working that pregnancy glow, posing in nothing but a bra and underwear! But with their very own reality show, Eric & Jessie: Game On exposing their private lives to the public is nothing new for this hot couple! They pride themselves on being able to show the world the ins and outs of a functional married couple.

“Before we agreed, it was really important for us to clarify: If you’re looking for drama or couples fighting, you’re signing on with the wrong people,” James said, “We wanted it to be more like a romantic comedy.”

Until the start of the 2nd season of Eric & Jessie: Game On, and the birth of their daughter, due in March, you can catch Eric on the field tomorrow (Jan 19th) in the conference championships against the New England Patriots, fighting for a spot in Superbowl XLVIII.

Photos: GQ

Alessandra Ambrosio Walks the Runway at 5 Months Pregnant

Alessandra Ambrosio may have kept her pregnancy under wraps when she walked the runway at the Victoria’s Secret fashion show, but the beautiful model mom proudly flaunted her growing figure at the Colcci fashion show during Sao Paulo Fashion Week in Brazil on Monday.

At five-months pregnant, Alessandra wore two looks from Colcci's fall 2012 collection: a loose knit sweater to accommodate her growing belly paired with tan leather-trimmed hot pants that showed off the model’s super long legs, and a grey mod style mini shift dress. The second time mommy-to-be was all smiles as she strutted her stuff down the runway in red hot stilettos and rubbed her beautiful belly for all to see.

Ambrosio's catwalk cameo came thanks to her role as the face of Colcci, alongside Ashton Kutcher who cheered her on from the side lines.

Alessandra sure does give new meaning to the term 'model mom'! She looks stunning!

Beyonce Pregnant!

We recently mentioned that Beyonce and Jay-Z were ready for kids. Well tonight it’s been confirmed that Bey is in fact pregnant! The absolutely glowing singer, 29, posed for photos at tonight’s MTV Video Music Awards in a long orange frock with her hands cradling her belly, saying “I have a surprise!”. Her rep has also confirmed the great news to People Magazine saying “I’m happy to say it’s true.”

This will be the first child for Beyoncé and her husband of three years, rap superstar Jay-Z, 41. What exciting news! As huge fans of reigning king and queen of hip-hop, we could not be more happy for them. Montreal Fashion Moms will definitely be on full on bump watch!

Another Celebrity Announces Her Pregnancy

It's baby mania in Hollywood. The latest actress to confirm a pregnancy is the ever so adorable, Jennifer Garner!! Big sisters Violet & Seraphina must be overjoyed to add another sibling to their family. According to the Associated Press the couple is “thrilled” to be expecting their third child. Congrats!

The lovely family shopping at the farmers market

Was She Fired Because She's Pregnant?

Becoming pregnant is usually a joyous and happy occasion for women and most can't wait to share the news with all their loved ones. One person women usually dread telling however, is their boss. These days career is everything, and letting your boss know your pregnant can be a nerve racking discussion. Pregnancy discrimination is still a very real thing these days and it's sad to hear about women losing their jobs because they're pregnant. You don't hear so much about it in Canada, but I know it happens a lot in the US.

Just days after happily announcing her pregnancy, Hilary Duff was dropped as the lead role of Bonnie in "The Story of Bonnie and Clyde." According to TMZ,  a source claims the split was amicable and it came down to timing. "Hilary won’t be available until next June. If we could wait, we would.” Hmph. Julie Evans Ryans from the Stir pretty much sums up everything I have to say about that statment, "First of all, they could wait if they really wanted to, and plenty of pregnant women have starred in movies and television shows without ruining the story. There are special effects, stand-ins, and all sorts of other ways women can act without their pregnancy "getting in the way." There are options, and pregnancy should never be used as grounds to dismiss someone from a job." Well who knows, maybe it was amicable, maybe Hilary wanted this time off to enjoy her pregnancy. Whatever the case may be, we wish her a safe, happy and relaxed pregnancy and hope she is thankful for the time off, whether she wanted it or not.

Expectant mama Hilary Duff leaving a Pilates class

P.S At least she can look forward to things like this to make her smile if she is feeling a little down, lol.


Image Credit: PacificCoastNews.com

Jimmy Kimmel Joins Jessica Alba at Birthing Class

Check out this hilarious video of Jimmy Kimmel attending a birthing class with a very pregnant Jessica Alba in her husband, Cash Warren’s absence. Watch as Jimmy and Jess bring some fun and laughter to an otherwise typical birthing class at LA’s the Pump Station.

Health Canada Suspects Tampering with Materna Prenatal Vitamins

Yesterday, Health Canada sent out an advisory, warning pregnant woman in Canada, to verify their Centrum Materna prenatal vitamins, and its packaging carefully before purchasing, as tampering is suspected.

One bottle of the prenatal multivitamin at Shopper’s Drug Mart in Winnipeg, Manitoba has been found to contain unidentified capsules instead of the proper Materna multivitamins, which are pink, oval-shaped tablets. The box was sealed, however the seal on the bottle itself had been removed.

Here are photos of what the Materna multivitamins should look like, as well as its protective packaging. If you find the seal of the product open, or you find capsules in the bottle instead of the pink tablets, do not use the product, and report it to Health Canada immediately. If you are unsure, consult your pharmacist.

 

While at this time, this is the only incident of its type involving Centrum Materna multivitamins (and hopefully the last), Health Canada is working with Pfizer and Shopper’s DrugMart to investigate the incident and will update Canadians with new information as it emerges.

If you currently use this product, especially in Winnipeg, Manitoba, please be extra vigilant while purchasing. We take these multivitamins to ensure health and strength in our babies, not to harm them. The fact that anyone would even consider tampering with them is disgusting, and we hope this remains the only case. 

For more information, visit the Health Canada website.

Selma Blair Out & About and Overdue

Super preggo Selma Blair was seen strolling around with her pup today, passing time waiting for the arrival of her first child with fashion designer, Jason Bleick. The actress is eleven days past her due date, which was last Monday, July 4th. Despite being slightly overcooked, Selma is still glowing and looks pretty relaxed in this late stage of her pregnancy.

The content looking mama-to-be just can’t wait to become a mother and shared her excitement on Twitter today. “@truthbetoldpr, I became enchanted with my friend's Sausalito moses basket from @SerenaandLily. Now, I need baby to put in it! So excited.” She tweeted.

Besides looking effortlessly cute in a loose-fitting white top that still showed off her belly, matching flats and a pair of fitted jeans,  Selma looks like she hasn’t gained a pound anywhere on her body except around her belly! Jealous.

Congrats to Selma and her boyfriend! Wishing the parents-to-be all the best.

Now tell us, were your kids delivered early, fashionably late like Selma’s or just on time? Share your story of the anticipation to give birth.