Shopping: Maternity Chic For Summer

Editor’s Note: Hooray—warmer weather is finally here in NYC! But what to do when you’re expecting and faced with the task of refitting your wardrobe to accommodate a growing bump as the weather turns from warm and breezy to hot and humid? Fret not! To help you navigate the top spring and summer trends—and keep your changing body looking and feeling stylish and comfortable—we turned to our friends Jessica Pallay and Kaity Velez, the founders and editors of the inspirational and informational website Well Rounded NY. From seasonal must-haves (think boho-chic swimwear and uber-hip jumpsuits) to solid basics that can transition from pregnancy to postpartum and nursing-wear, their fashion-forward picks are sure to give your maternity look the perfect sunshine-ready makeover!

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Bathing Suit: Pea in the Pod Ruched Maternity Tankini Swimsuit
Bathing suit season is hard enough to shop for, and when you add a changing body to the mix, it’s even harder. Invest in at least one flattering maternity bathing suit that makes you feel good about flaunting your new assets, like this fun tie-dye two-piece from Pea in the Pod. $88, apeainthepod.com
Cropped Sweater: Hanna Andersson Maternity Silk-Touched Wrap Sweater
Layering is clutch when you’ve got pregnancy hormones, and this sweet wrap sweater from Hanna Andersson’s new maternity line will keep out the early spring chill. With its cropped length, it’s also super-flattering, offering a little definition to your growing bump. $98, hannaandersson.com
Jumpsuit: Hatch Collection Chloe Jumper
The jumpsuit has fast become a pregnancy style staple, and nobody does it better than Hatch Collection. We’re loving the spring update on this workhorse piece, with its off-the-shoulder ruffle, tapered leg, and flattering mid-calf length. $298, hatchcollection.com
Maxi Dress: Ingrid & Isabel Stripe Pleated Tank Maxi Dress
We know you’re tempted to wear your pre-pregnancy maxi dress over your growing belly. But a maternity maxi fits and flatters in all the right places, especially when it’s made by the pregnancy experts at Ingrid & Isabel. $118, ingridandisabel.com
Leggings: boob design Once-On-Never-Off Leggings in Leo Print
Even if you never considered yourself a “leggings girl,” you’ll find yourself reaching for this pregnancy staple time and time again. Refresh the leggings concept with this Leo print from boob design, made with a wide foldable panel that can be worn up with the bump, then folded down postpartum. $59, boobdesign.com
Maternity Jeans: DL1961 Emma Maternity Cropped Heath Jeans
You can’t possibly underestimate the value of a great pair of maternity jeans. This on-trend distressed pair from DL1961 is the perfect pick for a breezy summer day, plus they’re comfortable and flattering to boot. $178, dl1961.com
Everything Dress: Rosie Pope Camille Dress
Every pregnant gal should have an “everything dress” in her wardrobe: One she can dress up or dress down for just about any occasion. We love this light Rosie Pope number, which would look just as cute with sneakers and a jean jacket as it would with heels and fancy jewels. $168, rosiepope.com
Layering Tanks: Seraphine Secret Support Maternity Vest
We hate to break it to you, but it’s not just your belly that grows during pregnancy. Seraphine’s layering tanks are well worth the investment, with an inner support panel for your suddenly larger bust. They’re also super-soft and super-long, ensuring they’ll last your whole nine-month stretch. $45, seraphine.com
Nursing Transition Top: Loyal Hana Tara Shirt
We know you’re thinking “pregnancy style” now, but if you’re planning to breastfeed, you should probably get a head start on your postpartum wardrobe. This lightweight eyelet blouse from Loyal Hana has easy and discreet nursing access so you can feel chic and comfortable while feeding baby. $98, loyalhana.com

Queens College Summer Camp

Running from Wednesday, June 28th through Tuesday, August 22nd, the Queens College Summer Camp continues to be the hallmark and cornerstone of the Athletics and Recreation Department and a staple of summer plans in the NYC metropolitan area. The camp, which has always followed New York State Board of Health guidelines, will conduct this summer's programs following current state guidelines, which follow CDC recommendations regarding COVID-19. The camp's outdoor and indoor activities include: <ul type="disc"> <li>Pool use.</li> <li>Use of the new turf fields.</li> <li>Other facilities around Queens College Campus.&nbsp;</li> </ul> Five specially designed programs are available for the 2023 season: <ol start="1" type="1"> <li>The Education and Sports&nbsp;will have three hours of academics. The rest of the day will include sports activities on the fields and gym games. Indoor Gym Games include obstacle courses, scooter games, and a daily introduction to basketball and swimming for ages 5-6. The older kids will participate in group sports such as basketball, soccer, tennis, volleyball, softball, and swimming. The counselor will remain with the group through all activities, including lunch. Choose the Education Academy based on the grade they will enter in September.</li> <li>Theater Arts Programs&nbsp;provide instruction in singing, dancing, and acting, culminating in a performance. Past productions included Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, The Lion King, and more.</li> <li>All Day Sports Academy&nbsp;provides instruction for developing generalized skills across various sports.</li> <li>Single Specialty Sports Camps&nbsp;provide individualized volleyball instruction by the college's coaches and varsity players.</li> <li>Counselor-in-Training Program&nbsp;A unique program created for teenagers focused on developing strong leaders. It helps prepare young adults for the next phase in their lives-college and the workplace.</li> </ol> With summer right around the corner, there is no better time to secure your child's plans for July and August by enrolling them in the Queens College Summer Camp. For more details, visit the Queens College Summer Camp homepage, or email &nbsp;<a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank" rel="noopener">[email protected].edu</a> for more information.

Ghostlight Theater Camp

Ghostlight Theater Camp is a summer theater camp for campers ages 9-17. Providing 10-day, 3-week, and 6-week programs that combine high-caliber theater training with a traditional summer camp experience.&nbsp; Working with Broadway artists both in classes and in productions, campers will have access to skill development, mentorships, and lifelong connections that will follow them beyond camp. Ghostlight focuses on ensemble theatre values and practicies that support individuality and self-expression in the context of community. This means that no camper at Ghostlight is in the back row or sitting on the side. Each day brings multiple opportunities to perform and create with fellow campers in an environment filled with support.&nbsp; When not making theater, campers can enjoy the benefits of a summer camp in Maine that no other theater camp offers. Stargazing in a hammock, walks in the woods, downtime by the pool, and quiet time reading in the Gazebos with the sound of wind all around are some of highlights of a summer unplugged and away from screens.&nbsp; Finally, the most meaningful and lasting gift of a summer at Ghostlight is the friendships made that last a lifetime. Though the love of theater brings us together, and the work we do stands out from other experiences, the community focus of Ghostlight Theater Camp is why we hear, year after year, that campers cannot wait to return.&nbsp;

New Country Day Camp

Transportation is provided from Manhattan and Brooklyn to Staten Island&rsquo;s 75-acre Henry Kaufmann Campground, where swimming pools, hiking trails, and open meadows set the scene for a summer of adventure and enrichment. New Country Day Camp, a program of the 14th Street Y and Educational Alliance, is a joyful and inclusive community where campers, families and staff build meaningful connections with each other and the natural world around them, and experience personal growth through high-quality programs that are rooted in the outdoors and guided by Jewish values.