fitglam Women's Maternity Shorts - Soft Stretchy Lounge & Sleep Short

In this review of the fitglam Women's Maternity Shorts, the bottom line is simple: these shorts are built for comfort through pregnancy and into postpartum life. Designed from a soft, stretchy blend that feels lightweight on the bump, they are best for moms who want an easy, breathable short for lounging, light workouts, or sleeping. The single biggest reason to buy is the ruched mid rise waist, which stretches with a growing belly and delivers steady, gentle support without digging in.

Key Features

• Soft and stretchy material: The 95% rayon and 5% spandex fabric offers a cloud-like feel that moves with the body for all-day comfort.
• Ruched mid rise waist: The side-ruched elastic waist adapts to a growing bump and provides snug support during pregnancy and after delivery.
• Mid-thigh length: A mid-thigh cut leaves room around the hips and thighs for a cool, breezy fit during summer activities.
• Sweat-absorbent fabric: The material helps keep skin dry and comfortable for lounging, light exercise, or sleeping in warm weather.
• Versatile use: These shorts are suitable for yoga, jogging, running errands, or simply relaxing at home, making them a maternity wardrobe staple.

Who It's For

These shorts are aimed at pregnant and postpartum women seeking a lightweight, stretchy short that prioritizes comfort and gentle belly support. They work well for women who want an easy pair to wear at home, to sleep in, or for low-impact activity like prenatal yoga or walking.

Women looking for firm support or compression, or those who prefer longer inseams or tight performance wear for intense workouts, should look elsewhere. Also, if you need a short with a high-rise, full over-belly panel rather than a mid rise, these may not meet that specific need.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Very soft, breathable fabric that feels comfortable against sensitive skin.
• Ruched elastic waist stretches with the belly and offers gentle support.
• Mid-thigh cut gives room through hips and thighs for a non-restrictive fit.
• Good multipurpose use for lounging, sleep, and light exercise.

Cons

• Some users report the ride height and thigh fit can shift or ride up during activity.
• Material thickness has mixed feedback; a few find it thinner than expected for coverage.

Specifications

Brand	fitglam
Material	95% rayon, 5% spandex
Waist style	Ruched mid rise elastic
Length	Mid-thigh (inseam about 2.6'')
Sizes fit hips	Small 35'-36', Medium 36'-38', Large 38'-40', XL 40'-42', XXL 42'-44'
Recommended use	Yoga, lounge, sleep, light workouts, errands

Our Verdict

The fitglam maternity shorts are a solid value for pregnant women who want soft, airy shorts that adapt to a growing belly. Their stretchy rayon blend and ruched mid rise waist make them especially useful as a comfortable go-to for sleep, lounging, and mild activity; they are not intended as high-compression or heavy-duty activewear.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do these shorts stretch as the belly grows?
Yes, the side-ruched elastic mid rise waist is designed to stretch and provide gentle support through pregnancy and postpartum.

Are they suitable for workouts?
They are fine for low-impact activity like prenatal yoga or walking, but not meant as high-performance or compression workout shorts.

How is the fabric weight and coverage?
The 95% rayon and 5% spandex blend is lightweight and breathable; some customers note variation in material thickness so you may want to check coverage for your needs.