When I look back on the photographs of my daughter’s birth, many memories flood my whole being. I feel my eyes searching each aspect of the photograph: body language, facial expressions, the time on the clock, and what each person in the picture is wearing. Our birth did not go as planned which is perhaps why I focus on clothing. My intention was to enjoy a private water birth with my loved ones all around. I imagined I would wear a beautiful top and probably not much else especially once the intensity of transition was upon me. When we transferred to the hospital, the standard patient gown was tossed in my direction with an instruction to don it. Without much tact or thought to the consequences, I refused. I wanted to remain in my own clothes. It was as much about comfort as it was control as I felt our birth plan rapidly changing directions. My nurse suggested my clothing might become dirty and when it was clear I did not care, she shrugged and let me have my way.
Shakespeare said, “Clothes maketh the man.” I’d like to submit to you clothes can make your birth too. Feeling dressed for the occasion – no matter that occasion – can provide incredible psychological benefits. I wanted to feel relaxed, safe, comfortable, and yes, even pretty. Confession: my clothes got dirty and after the birth, I wondered if there might be another option…something between wrecking the LuLu Lemons and the scratchy, less-than-fashionable hospital gown.
Enter Pretty Pushers! Pretty Pushers labor and delivery gowns are a smart, soft, and stylish alternative to the unisex hospital gown. Made in the USA, these gowns allow birth to feel humanized, civilized, and a little less institutionalized. I was even more excited when I discovered they offer a variety of pricing that makes it easier to add one of these gowns to your birth bag. No need to worry about accommodating the needs of your medical staff either because Pretty Pushers are designed for pregnant women specifically for labor, birth, and nursing. They easily allow for IV placement, fetal monitor usage, and even skin-to-skin for an amazing Golden Hour.
It’s after Labor Day when the eyes of the fashion world look down on those of us daring to still wear white. Pretty Pushers has you covered there too. The Original Labor and Delivery Gown in unbleached cream colored cotton retails at just $29.
This same gown with a splash of color (pink, black, or clover) is just a bit more. This smart alternative gown offers a covered backside (show me just ONE hospital gown you can say that about), a tie-neck halter for immediate skin-to-skin access, and makes a super thoughtful baby shower gift! My friends on the receiving end have enjoyed having one gift that was totally about them in the midst of the tiny onesie jungle!
But wait, let’s take a peek at the Transition Gown! This product earned Pretty Pushers the Bronze Stevie Award for Women in Business for Best New Product or Service in 2014. It’s versatile, gorgeous, and available in both halter and cap sleeves, not to mention several colors and patterns to suit your personal style. This gown combines form, function, and fashion. It can be worn as a maternity dress, during labor and delivery, as well as postpartum for comfortable nursing. The Transition Gown adjusts to your changing body and is hospital approved. It’s made with incredibly soft cotton jersey spandex with a hidden frontal opening to allow fetal monitor access and snaps for epidural placement. The cross-wrap top provides support, accommodates discreet breastfeeding (if you want!), and has a snug fit to securely hold nursing pads. It’s durable, machine washable, and completely fashionable. I pretty much want an entire line of clothing made with the Transition Gown features!
Pretty Pushers also offers elastic-free, postpartum underwear which has a pouch for an ice pack (I know, right???) and nursing pads (set of six with a washable pouch) to complete your postpartum care package. They’ve really thought of everything.
NoVa Placenta Specialist Collective and Pretty Pushers would like to provide you the opportunity to snag one of these gowns for your birth bag – whether you’re planning to catch your baby in the living room, a birth center, or a hospital – make sure you’re comfortable and in control! Use promo code NOVA15 for 15% off your order through October 15, 2015. And don’t forget to Keep Calm & Encapsulate On!
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