Pretty Pushers Cotton Jersey Labour Gown

I think this is excellent! For my first pregnancy/labour, I wore an oversized t-shirt, it worked fine but when it came to the skin to skin moment, I had to take the shirt off over my head, but I had tubes and drips attached to me and it was super awkward.I wanted something more specific to labour and came across the pretty pusher. Whilst other reviews are correct, it’s not hemmed anywhere, there are raw edges - however it’s like a jersey knit type of fabric so it’s doesn’t fray or anything. It doesn’t look super expensive but i wouldn’t say it looks horrifically cheap either, not sure I’d want to spend more on something fancier to wear once and possibly ruin anyway. I think it’s practical, useful, and quite a nice little outfit to labour in as the ties cinches the dress in.I like the fact there’s easy access for medical reasons as well as skin to skin/breast feeding but also allows you to feel covered up.Will update after labour 👍

I was hesitant to buy something like this for labour but you know it was nice to wear something made of comfortable fabric and looked nice just to make you feel that bit better. Unfortunately for me I allowed them to make me change into one of their gowns so that they could monitor me - which was the most ridiculous thing ever since this would have been much easier for them to use as it has holes for access. I think they just didn't like the unknown! And I was too drugged up to argue. Should have put it on my birthing plan!!

This is literally just a piece of thin black fabric that someone has cut with a pair of scissors. I would be embarrassed to wear this even in labour! There is no stitching, it’s honestly so awful!!

So pleased with this, think it will be great for keeping a little comfy cool dignity when giving birth - and not frumpy! I don’t have a problem with material or finish, its not edged but that is just not a big deal to me - it’s still well made ie seams are fine etc.

Beautiful and elegant. Made me feel confident and comfortable during delivery. The midwives were impressed

Great design very poor quality material disappointed

Great item. Really flattering so I didn't feel hideous while being in labour.

Wouldn't recommend anyone buying this. Ok so your probably only going to wear it once but the material and look is quite cheap. Some of the cuts on the product don't look like they've been finished. Really disappointed.

I ordered this after realizing that since I won't be laboring in a hospital this time around, I'll need something to wear between the car and the Birthing center, and in the room between the bathroom and wherever.Anyway the only thing I had that would have done a great job is something I didn't want to ruin so at the last minute I found this and was very happy to get it before I deliver-today is my due date. I tried it on and its pretty nice- I really liked how they cleverly cut the fabric and knotted it to make the ties and such- its very cleverly made. It doesn't have a bunch of hems where you would expect them on regular dresses- but its meant to be a disposable smock really, so its not worry some.Its made out of a t shirt like material- jersey like.I got green- its very bright and flattering.the fit is great- it actually looks flattering- I was a pre pregnancy size 9 pants and xl top, I got the 6-18 size.I feel a lot better having something to wear while I am in labor that I won't be worried about getting dirty, that I know will allow for the necessary labor tests and will be able to adjust for skin to skin with the baby. Having the appropriate gown will feel so much better than being naked or bottomless. I'll be back to update after the delivery with how it worked out.Update- so my labor began, I took a warm bath, had a big healthy breakfast-ate some liver, gross but good for labor and put on my pretty labor dress...my labor was sooooooo fast, from the first feeling of possible contractions to delivery was only 4 hours 5 minutes. My water broke in the car while wearing the dress...then, I threw up my big breakfast on it...this was five minutes before we got to the birthing center and 10 minutes before my son entered the world...so I ended up naked for labor! It was a great labor, super easy, even fun because it was drug and complication/medical harassment free. I was disappointed I got my dress so messy, but the great midwives at the center washed it right after delivery and I had it back on in time for pictures. It washed very well despite the messes and I am saving it for the next labor!

Ordered this to use once. Wore this during my delivery, my nurses loved it and so did I. So comfy, better than a gown if you need IV during labour which I did, and very easy to work with, and obviously great that it's very thin material if you're warm/hot during labour process !! recommend +++ and will get another one for my next baby. I threw mine away after delivery since I only paid 20$ for it but if you get the more expensive colours, I'd wash it and keep it.

terrible, cheaply made - made of the lightest, cheapest Tshirt fabric. seams and edges are not finished.

I'm normally not a harsh critic, but this "dress" is truly a piece of junk. To charge $30 for it is scandalous. Here, I'll share the actual condition of the garment being sold, as well as a quick solution for making a better "push dress" yourself. No sewing required.The Pretty Pushers Dress: Mine just arrived today (pink), and I tried it on to see if it would be suitable for birth. I was really astonished to discover the record-breaking low quality of this "dress". Literally, here's how it was made: Someone took a swath of jersey stretch fabric and a pair of scissors. They cut out the shapes needed to make a halter...garment. (Seriously, I can't call this a "dress" anymore.) They made a cut down the belly. They made some holes with their scissors and stuck other chopped pieces of jersey through for the "ties" in the front. They tied the two neck pieces in the back with a knot. They did not sew a seam on any of the cut edges, which you really need to do with stretch jersey or the ends will start to roll (they do) and look uneven (they are). In fact, I don't think there is a stitch anywhere on this garment. A young child could make it, and it looks that way. You'd get better quality at a Halloween store. The only positive thing I can say about it is that it doesn't seem too huge (I was a Size 2 before pregnancy and feared that a "One Size Fits All" garment would swim on me. The stretch fabric prevents that.)How to Make a Better One Yourself: Seriously, do this. Go to your local Kohls, Marshalls, TJ Maxx, Ross, fill in the discount store of your choice. Buy a sundress that fits your pregnant bod, preferably a halter dress or a maxi dress (or a halter maxi!). If it's not the right season, buy one online, like on eBay. Really, the only qualities you need to look for are that (1) it fits you, (2) it has a halter neck and a low back, and (3) no metal components, because some hospitals are sticklers about that if you're going into surgery/x-ray/etc. Now, get to work with your scissors. Make a cut straight down the belly, starting just beneath the breasts (don't cut between the breasts, or your dress will fall in half), and stopping above the crotch. Take your scissors and make 2-3 sets of holes, one hole on either side of the belly slit, then lace a string/ribbon/shoelace through them, and tie a bow to keep the dress closed. Make sure the halter on your dress is tie-able. If it didn't come that way, cut it in the middle behind the neck and tie it together, or add ribbon if it's not long enough. (Use the scissor holes + lacing a ribbon through technique.) Voila. You now have a dress that is 400% nicer than the Pretty Pushers, with no sewing. (And if you can sew, then you can make this modified sundress even better!!)

If you buy this product you have to set your expectations pretty mildly. This gown is simply a piece of unfinished, thin, cotton fabric. It is definitely NOT a $30+ piece of clothing. BUT.. don't think about it as a piece of a clothing. Think about it as something comfortable, accessible, modest, and (kind of) pretty to give birth in. Once you think about spending $30+ not on the gown itself but on the results you'll GET out of wearing this gown, then it is much more worth it.I received this item at 31 weeks pregnant and 170lb. Pre-pregnancy I'm a size 6, and I gained about 30lb at this point. This gown fits very well and goes just below the knees. The openings do expose skin on your belly and pelvis, but it still keeps things pretty covered. I'm the kind of person that likes to wear feminine skirts, dresses, and my style is classy business casual on most days. So the thought of wearing a hospital gown or being nude just didn't sit right with me. This gown feels like you're wearing a little dress! It easily opens for accessible skin-to-skin contact and feeding, epidurals, and fetal monitoring on the belly.Yes, it's a pretty cheap material and look, and it's not super flattering. But it's MEANT to get full of bodily fluids during labor afterall, in yet it still is cute in its own way! I am really looking forward to wearing this and it gives me reassurance that I will feel more comfortable with a modest amount of class and dignity while in labor. I highly recommend!