Honestly, I find that maternity pants and loungewear is generally awful. Not these. I found these off of a "best maternity lounge pants" list and hesitated because I don't like to buy clothes off Amazon, but took a risk because I was getting desperate and from the pictures they looked like everything I wanted. Well, ladies, they are.They have this really nice soft material that feels wonderful. They are stretchy and soft enough that you don't get the elastic constricted feeling in your belly that I hate so much from maternity pants. They seem warm enough for the cold days of fall and winter (at least for hanging around the house). Best of all: they are not leggings (thank God, I needed another alternative), but they are still slim fitting thanks to the elastic at the ankles. Also, I love that elastic ankle feature, because more than once I've wanted to bring the pants up below my knees--super cute and comfy, and the legs stay in place.Really, I only have great things to say about these, and like I said, I was pretty skeptical. I know they come from (are made in?) China, but honestly, I don't care given how perfect they are as maternity pants. After ordering 1 and living in them for a week, I knew I had to order 2 more in different colors. I'll be living in these for the rest of my pregnancy, and likely into postpartum. Last thing: I had no idea how to choose a size. I'm 5'4" and was 135lbs before pregnancy (now 150 at 6 months); I was a size 6 in pants. So I chose medium and it turned out perfect.