3 Duchess-Worthy Pregnancy Poses to Steal from Meghan Markle

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Published Jan 16, 2019

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Proof Meghan Markle is a princess of the people: She's giving pregnant women everywhere a master class in all the flattering ways to pose when you're carrying a bowling ball in your stomach. Here, three of our favorite duchess-approved maternity looks.

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Place A Relaxed Hand On Your Lower Belly

Fingers apart, the trick is to gently cradle your the underside of your stomach—a move that helps define your waist.

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Or Cradle It With both Hands

Clasping your hands together front and center helps frame your bump. It's also a reminder to practice good maternity posture. (Shoulders back!)

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Have Someone Else Stand Ever-so-slightly In Front

Proof Prince Harry is the ultimate figure-flattering photo prop: By asking your S.O. to stand ever-so-slightly in front of you, it gives photos more dimension—and ensures your belly isn't the focal point.

Rachel Bowie

Senior Director, Special Projects and Royals

Writes and produces family, fashion, wellness, relationships, money and royals content
Podcast co-host and published author with a book about the British Royal Family
Studied sociology at Wheaton College and received a masters degree in journalism from Emerson College

3 Duchess-Worthy Pregnancy Poses to Steal from Meghan Markle

Place A Relaxed Hand On Your Lower Belly

Or Cradle It With *both* Hands

Have Someone Else Stand Ever-so-slightly In Front

Senior Director, Special Projects and Royals

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Or Cradle It With both Hands