Raising Kids Just for Mom Fashion The 7 Best Labor and Delivery Gowns Ditch the standard hospital attire and wear one of these stylish, comfortable, and affordable delivery gowns instead. By Nicole Harris Nicole Harris Instagram Nicole Harris joined the team in 2018 as a staff writer and was promoted to SEO editor in 2021. She now covers everything from children's health to parenting trends. Her writing has appeared in Martha Stewart Weddings, Good Housekeeping, The Knot, BobVila.com, and other publications. A graduate of Syracuse University, Nicole currently lives in Queens, New York with her husband. our editorial guidelines Published on September 5, 2018 Share Tweet Pin Email We independently research, test, review, and recommend the best products—learn more about our process. If you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Photo: milkmaidgoods.com 01 of 08 Best Delivery Gowns mikumistock/Shutterstock It's no secret that hospital gowns are uncomfortable and unflattering–but who says you need to give birth in these starchy garments? Many companies nowadays produce stylish options for labor, delivery, and those precious postpartum moments. Check out our picks for the seven best birthing gowns, and consider stuffing one in your hospital bag! The Best Nursing Nightgown, Robe, and Pajama Sets 02 of 08 Gownies babybeminematernity.com Most women don't feel their best in oversized, revealing, worn-a-million-times hospital attire. Thankfully, the Gownies delivery gowns from Baby Be Mine let you give birth in comfort and style. Choose from several different designs in a mix of colors and patterns, including polka dots and florals. $29.99-$34.99 03 of 08 Pretty Pushers prettypushers.com Worried that a store-bought labor gown will limit your mobility? Then pick up this 100% cotton option from Pretty Pushers, which features a tie-neck halter, low-cut back, adjustable closures, and a frontal opening. The affordable delivery gown comes in six different colors: black, ice blue, hot pink, cream, clover green, and olive. For an added cost, you can also choose dresses with ruffles. $29 How to Pack for the Hospital 04 of 08 Motherhood Maternity motherhood.com This birthing gown by Motherhood Maternity stays put throughout labor, delivery, and nursing. You won't need to remove it for fetal monitoring and epidurals, thanks to strategically placed snaps and slits. The sleeveless V-neck number also allows for easy skin-to-skin contact and breastfeeding. Choose from two designs: solid black and blush pink with polka dots. $39.98 Shop All Maternity Dresses 05 of 08 Kindred Bravely kindredbravely.com If comfort is your main priority, consider buying the The Bravely Labor and Delivery Gown. According to the Kindred Bravely website, the labor gown "combines the comfort of your favorite t-shirt with the functionality recommended by doctors and doulas." Moms will love the Velcro front, shoulder snaps, and large pockets. $24.99 The Best Nursing Bras for Breastfeeding 06 of 08 Dressed to Deliver dressedtodeliver.com Calling all fashion lovers! The 3-in-1 birthing gowns from Dressed to Deliver look nothing like standard-issue hospital gowns. The anti-microbial bamboo fabric and empire fit will keep you covered throughout your stay. Available in nine designs, the gown also includes shoulder snaps and a stomach opening. $69.99 8 Ways to Make the Delivery Room Feel More Like Home 07 of 08 PinkBlush pinkblushmaternity.com Not a big fan of dresses? Pick up a delivery robe instead! PinkBlush manufactures knee-length and floor-length robes in a variety of fashionable prints, ranging in color from yellow to pink to black. Some of the robes feature delicate lace trim along the hemline. $42-$56 Shop All Maternity Robes 08 of 08 Milkmaid milkmaidgoods.com Milkmaid also sells birthing robes for moms-to-be. The tie closure gives full frontal access, which may come in handy in the delivery room. Made from soft jersey knit fabric, the garments have ¾ length sleeves and pockets. $64.95 Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit