Beautiful bare belly maternity photos + Nine Naturals Giveaway
You’re about to see some gorgeous mommas with the most beautiful bellies. We loved going back through our maternity archives in preparation for today’s Nine Naturals product giveaway. They may have even made us miss being pregnant. They also reminded us of how things changed for us, and how taking care of our bodies during that period, and beyond became our top priority as new moms.
[photo by Max Wanger]
Pregnancy really is the best time to go through and look at what’s inside your beauty cabinet. And you don’t have to buy new products just for pregnancy. Nine Naturals creates all-natural, premium haircare and bodycare formulated for pregnancy and beyond. Their toxin-free beauty products are designed to make pregnant women feel both safe and pampered.
We’re all for incorporating a healthier diet so that our babies can grow healthy and strong, but sometimes we forget that the products we use on our hair, skin, and body can effect our little one too. It takes a lot of time to read through product labels, checking to make sure they don’t contain Sulfates, Parabens, Phthalates, Petrochemicals, DEA, Synthetic Fragrances, or Artificial Preservatives. That’s why Nine Naturals, a New York-based company, was born. The products in their line are 100% natural, and plant-based.
[photo by Erin Hearts Court]
[photo by Christie Graham Photography]
Nine Naturals believes in transparency, which is why they disclose all of their ingredients to you, in their ingredients glossary. They tell you what they’re putting in each of their products and how it’s beneficial for your body. “All of our ingredients are pre-screened for health and safety during pregnancy and while nursing. We do the research so you don’t have to.” — (Don’t you wish all beauty companies cared that much!)
[photo by Elizabeth Messina]
[photo by Elizabeth Messina]
[photo by Max + Friends]
Best of all, you don’t have to worry about smelly shampoos and body creams making you nauseous. “Our proprietary all-natural fragrances were designed by a renowned perfumer to help ease common pregnancy symptoms like morning sickness and fatigue. Each fragrance is comprised solely of natural essential oils that are gentle and soothing.”
[photo from The Glow]
[photo by Kelly Huljev]
[photo by Poiema Photography]
[photo by Olivia Leigh]
[photo by Braedon Flynn]
Are these not the most magical photos ever?
[photo by Avia Rosen]
[photo by Elizabeth Messina]
[photo by Kelly Huljev]
[Photo by Yuna Leonard]
[photo by Andria Lindquist]
Because you all deserve to be pampered, we’re giving away some of Nine Naturals’ amazing products for you to take home and enjoy.
Giveaway (enter below):
1 winner will win the grand prize, a Bodycare Bundle shown below ($127 Value)
3 Runner Ups will win a bottle of Natural Belly Oil ($38 Value + a major belly necessity!)
There’s more! Through December, 100 Layer Cakelet Readers receive $10 off any purchase of $50 or more using code CAKELETFANS.
Giveaway entry:
To enter, use the app below to follow Nine Naturals on Instagram. For additional entries, leave a comment below letting us know your favorite pregnancy beauty tip.
P.S. Nine Naturals is also hosting a number of holiday giveaway contests through their social sites, so make sure to follow them on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram to keep stay updated!
sally mae on Dec 10, 2014
I slather sesame oil on my belly every evening. No stretch marks yet! ;)
Amanda on Dec 10, 2014
This pictures are so wonderful. I will be taking mine in a few weeks and I only hope they turn out as well. So far my favorite beauty tip has been exercise. Although I don't always feel my best, exercising for even 20 minutes improves my mood and makes me feel healthier. The best way for me to feel beautiful is to feel healthy. It has also helped me manage my weight gain.
katie on Dec 10, 2014
beautiful photos and great product line. I exercise everyday as a stress reliever and mood booster, it really helps me feel good and look good throughout my pregnancy. Taking baths, drinking fruit flavored water, and getting lots of sleep helps too!
Steph on Dec 10, 2014
Lotion on the belly and lots and lots and lots of sleep.
Lauren on Dec 10, 2014
Sleep (ideally with a bumpiest pillow) is my best beauty secret. That and lots of water.
Erin Noie on Dec 10, 2014
Gorgeous images and amazing prize pack. TY for the chance. My tip would be drink plenty of water and get lots of sleep! :P
Kimberly on Dec 10, 2014
Treat yourself to regular pedicures. You deserve it and it can help with swelling.
Joanna @Makingmine on Dec 11, 2014
Water water water - that's my best beauty trick! :)
manda on Dec 12, 2014
Enjoy the bump.
Melissa M on Dec 15, 2014
Beautiful photos! I second drinking a lot of water for beautiful skin!
Jennifer L-N on Dec 15, 2014
Coconut oil for my dry, itchy skin.
anne stewart on Dec 15, 2014
Take time to pamper yourself--spa days, bubble baths, good cosmetics!
Jenna on Dec 15, 2014
These products look heavenly! Just entering into my 7th month of pregnancy and feeling oh-so-pregnant already... these would add a little glamour into my waddle :)
Bo on Dec 15, 2014
Moisturize your bump constantly to prevent stretch marks!
Glynis on Dec 15, 2014
Water with mint- worked wonders!
Meenakshi nichani on Dec 15, 2014
Lots of moisturizing bath products and delicious tea made my pregnancy smooth
kelli on Dec 15, 2014
really spoil yourself with a few indulgences as far as beauty purchases go because it makes a difference for those days where your body feels foreign to you.
Lyka Walton on Dec 15, 2014
Moisturize that belly and keep hydrated!
Piia on Dec 15, 2014
Coconut oil!
Kristine Burns on Dec 17, 2014
coconut oil and tons of water! Not only does it moisturize my skin but the smell is divine
Stephanie murphy on Dec 17, 2014
Enjoy every minute of it. Drink plenty or water and always take your prenatal vitamin!
Diana on Dec 17, 2014
I rub a lotion made of extra virgin olive oil on my belly...and so far, at 38 weeks...no stretch marks :) but in all honesty...best beauty advice is just embrace this time and love every inch of your wonderful body right now:)
Hillary on Dec 17, 2014
I used bio oil with my first & loved the way my skin felt!
Sabrina S on Dec 17, 2014
Lots of water & stretching as much as possible! Would love to receive these goodies!
Jennifer Griffin on Dec 17, 2014
Lots and lots of water, and lots of cream on my belly. The water makes me feel great, and keeping my belly moisturizer worked with my first babe (no stretch marks!). Hoping the same rings true for #2!
Robyn Birkey on Dec 17, 2014
Lush! Body butters and body conditioners. So incredible!
Sarah knight on Dec 17, 2014
Coconut oil on the belly!
Jenna on Dec 18, 2014
Sleep! Always better with sleep. :) xx
Daniel on Dec 21, 2014
Pregnancy is so sexy...