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Journalist Urges Designers: Make Maternity Wear Functional!

1/12/2026

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Coco Khan (journalist) highlights new motherhood frustrations, notably the lack of pockets in women's clothing.
She notes her infant son has more pockets than she does, underscoring practical gaps.
She attributes pockets' absence to historical societal expectations and aesthetic choices.
Khan calls on designers to make maternity wear more functional with accessible pockets.

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Story summary

Coco Khan (journalist) highlights new motherhood frustrations, notably the lack of pockets in women's clothing.
She notes her infant son has more pockets than she does, underscoring practical gaps.
She attributes pockets' absence to historical societal expectations and aesthetic choices.
Khan calls on designers to make maternity wear more functional with accessible pockets.