21st February 2012
With just a few more weeks to go, Hilary Duff has no doubt stocked up on all the maternity pyjamas she needs ahead of the birth of her first child.
The 24-year-old actress was spotted doing some pre-baby errands in Los Angeles this week dressed in a snug fuchsia pink long-sleeved top that showed off her growing bump.
She teamed the brightly coloured piece with black maternity leggings and matching biker boots, finished off with a patterned scarf and sunglasses.
It's a far cry from her earlier pregnancy attire, which has included six-inch burnt orange court shoes and skinny jeans.
The singer is due to give birth to a baby boy next month.
Meanwhile, mums-to-be who want to get in shape ahead of the impending birth could devise a gentle workout routine that leaves them feeling refreshed and invigorated.
However, senior physiotherapist and director of Tatami Health Ellis Taylor warns that some of us may suffer from Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) if we are not used to exercising certain parts of our body.
"It's important to recognise that DOMS will only occur after someone has done a bout of exercise that is outside the realms of their normal activities," he explained.
"This is going to be different for everyone. It might be the first visit to the gym in a long time, doing a long walk on the weekend uphill and down dale, or a seasoned athlete introducing new elements to an existing training regime."
The fitness expert pointed out that muscle soreness will typically kick in 24 hours after the session, peak at around 48 hours and last for up to 72 hours, so pregnant women should factor in how they will cope with hobbling around if, for example, their calves feel stiff and sore the day after the start of a new exercise regime.
