Top 5 Maternity Swimsuits for 2010

You're pregnant, and the summer is coming! Now the dilemma: what to wear to the beach or to the pool? The tankini is in this season for maternity swimwear. You can mix and match tops and bottoms, and be comfortable at the same time. Most of the top five maternity swimsuits detailed below are tankinis, but a few classic one pieces and bikinis are definitely fantastic options that are available this summer season, too.

For the value-minded and pregnant swimwear consumer,Target's Liz Lange tankini top and skirt or boy short bottoms are a great option. They offer the coverage that pregnant women desire, and they are cute and flirty. For about $20, the tankini top and skirt bottom are priced right. The boy shorts range in price from about $15 to $20, depending on size. These swimsuits are not meant to be in the water everyday, so this suit might be best for the occasional swimmer, or the pregnant mama who wants to do a little sunbathing this summer.

This beaded maternity swim top from Motherhood.com has a bold, black and white print on it that covers the belly, but that draws flattering attention to it as well. At the price of about $25, this top could easily be paired with shorts, a skirt bottom, or any other bottom that you are comfortable wearing. The detailing and print give a little pizazz to an otherwise ordinary tankini top.

Put some color and vibrancy into your swimwear! Check out this great bright orange bikini from DueMaternity.com. The underbelly bottoms make for a comfortable fit. You can rest by the poolside and look great as you soak up some of the summer sun for you and your new little one. The price is $104, so if you're going to buy only one semi-extravagant thing for your pregnancy wardrobe, this is it!

This Anita Maternity one piece swimsuit is light blue and trimmed with green and white. It sells for about $65 at SwimwearForMaternity.com. It's classic in design, and it is bright in color and style. No ordinary black maternity swimsuits at the pool or beach this summer! Grab your towel, umbrella, and sunscreen, and enjoy the water and sun in this comfortable and stylish suit.

Finally, this bold print tankini swimsuit from APeainthePod.com will add some color and cuteness wherever it's worn. You'll spend $98 on this red, brown, and light green suit. It's halter top make it easy to put on and take off. There's no need to fight straps. It's a bit daring, and it has a smocked waist for some added design detail.

Any of the swimsuits above are sure to make a great impression at the beach or pool this summer. You'll be comfortable and confident in your beautiful maternity body, and these suits will only serve to accentuate your greatness. Show off your wonderful new creation to the world, and at the same time, have the extra cover that you may want as well. You have the best of both worlds in style and modesty. Take the summer by storm in one of these suits, and enjoy your pregnancy!