If you are looking for plus size maternity clothes, and are feeling the pinch of the current economy, then it is time to get creative.

Gently used, is in style again, and there are a few ways to get some pretty good deals on your maternity clothes. If you are a size 14 or higher, then you are considered "plus size". Since studies have shown that more than 65% of North American women are size 14 and higher, then there are bound to be many other women in your size group.

We all know how much it can cost to have a baby, and we need to spend our budget dollars carefully. So here are a few tips to get the most out of your plus size maternity clothes and still look and feel good.

1. Put the word out to friends. There are probably friends of friends that have plus size maternity clothes in their closet that they are done with. Also check thrift stores.

2. Scour the local ads in the paper. Many women will bundle up their plus size maternity clothes for one good price, to get them out of their closet.

3. Check online, there are many retail sites that sell maternity wear, as well as plus size maternity clothes for discount prices to encourage purchases online. You can sometimes get more variety in styles as well.

4. Have a swap meet. This is coming back in style again. Friends come over for refreshments, chats and fun, as well as bringing anything from their pregnancy and baby times that they do not need anymore. Perhaps you have something your friends would like. This can be fun. You can also get some tips on dressing in plus size maternity clothes.

5. Save as much money as you can on your everyday wear, but buy yourself one really nice outfit, especially if your pregnancy is over the holidays. You want to feel and look good.