The best maternity dressing gown to keep you cosy during pregnancy and beyond

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by Rebecca Lancaster |
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Whether you're suffering from morning sickness or sailing through pregnancy, at some point, you're going to want to get cosy. Carrying a baby around all day can be tiring and after a day at work, the chances are you'll want to snuggle up. While onesies are great, and you can't beat some comfy maternity loungewear, there's something extra comforting about a maternity dressing gown.

Add in the fact that you'll probably want something to throw on when you're in labour or recovering in hospital, and it makes sense to invest in a maternity robe that will last you through pregnancy and beyond. With your maternity pyjamas and perhaps some fluffy slippers, you'll be snug-as-a-bug while you're growing your little baby and will have your hospital bag stocked full of the bits that will keep you comfortable while you're there.

Not only that, but a maternity dressing gown can take you from maternity to nursing, making those night feeds a little easier, whether you're wandering down to the kitchen to make a bottle and want to be warm, or are breastfeeding in the nursery and want nightwear that's easy to feed in.

We've rounded up the best maternity dressing gowns for hospital, home and beyond. From snug fleece options to lightweight cotton maternity dressing gowns, this selection will keep you cosy, stylish and covered from bump to birth and beyond.

Best maternity dressing gown for nursing

A woman wearing a grey maternity dressing gown in a bedroom with a white bed behind
Margita | Maternity & Nursing Dressing Gown
Seraphine

This Kimono-style maternity dressing gown is made from a soft, breathable cotton blend with a ribbed texture for a pleasantly tactile feel, The long sleeves will keep you warm but also have lace trim for a luxurious look. It will take you from the early days of pregnancy through the early months of nursing and nights when you want a little comfort.

Best black maternity dressing gown

A black woman wearing a black maternity robe with lace trim
Maternity Lace Robe
JoJo Maman Bebe

This lace maternity robe balances practicality with style, thanks to its lace trim and chic colour. It's designed to fit throughout your whole pregnancy while the crossover cut helps provide easy breastfeeding access. It's lightweight enough to pop in your hospital bag and it's machine washable so it'll be easy to keep clean too.

Best maternity dressing gown for hospital

A pregnant woman standing on one leg with a three piece maternity lounge set on in black
3-Piece Loungewear Set
Vertbaudet
Price: $33 (was £44)

www.vertbaudet.co.uk

This super soft three piece kit is particularly adaptable to your pre and post-pregnancy body. The long cardigan acts as a robe, with its long sleeves offering comfort and warmth. The top has adjustable straps with clips that unlatch for easy nursing. The trousers have a smocked waistband to adapt to your changing figure so you can wear them before, during pregnancy and after birth, while the elasticated ankles keep them looking stylish. It's an ideal set for hospital, allowing you to be comfortable during labour and while nursing.

Best maternity robe with pockets

A woman in a white dressing gown standing in front of wardrobe doors
Marquesa | Cotton Hooded Waffle Maternity-To-Nursing Dressing Gown
Seraphine

This chic, elegant maternity robe is made from a cotton blend to keep you cool, with a waffle texture that's going to make you feel cosy and comforted, whether you're pacing hospital corridors or doing a night feed at home. The tie waist keeps it secure, while the hood adds a sense of cosiness. The roomy pockets are ideal if you're carrying bottles or muslins. It's a neutral colour that will be easy to combine with your existing pyjamas.

Best stretchy maternity robe

A woman wearing a black maternity dress gown
OCCIENTEC Maternity Nursing Robe
Amazon

This classic maternity dressing gown has 3/4 length sleeve, white piping for an elegant look, and pockets for storing all those bits and bobs you'll need as a mum. The adjustable belt keeps it secure, while the crossover neckline makes it a great option for breastfeeding mums. The 95% Modal, 5% Elastane makes it soft and lightweight so it's comfy to wear and easy to throw in your bag maternity as a maternity robe for hospital.

Best high street maternity dressing gown

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Maternity robe
Primark

This maternity pyjama robe has an adjustable wrap design and a navy and white colourway for a timelessly stylish look that will last you beyond pregnancy. It's made from 95% Modal and 5% Elastane for a flattering, comfortable stretch and will be easy to throw on for night feeds or throw in your hospital bag.

Best maternity robe with a fun design

A woman wearing a mint leopard print maternity dressing gown and looking down at a baby wearing a matching sleepsuit
Mint leopard print maternity robe
Bullabalo
Price: £10 (was £55)

www.bullabaloo.com

This funky maternity robe has a mint leopard print design so you'll stand out in the maternity ward. It's made from soft bamboo for ultra comfort and stretch, while the fabric also lets it fold up compactly which is great for saving space in the nursery or in the hospital bag. They suggest sizing up if you'd like a longer fit, and some reviews mention it comes up small.

Review: "I was shocked when I opened up a parcel for me to find this gorgeous dressing gown in. I was going to wait until I was due in hospital for my c-section but I simply had to try it on as it looked so beautiful! I cannot explain how soft this feels on my skin. The design really is stunning and I love that there is a tie inside so you can make extra care it doesn't open. I thought as it was a thin fabric that I wouldn't be warm but I was wrong! It surprisingly keeps me warm! Absolutely adore my new dressing gown and know it will come in handy when I give birth."

Best jersey maternity robe

Pregnant woman in a black maternity nightie and robe set
Maternity nightie & robe set
Boohoo
Price: $20.10 (was £30)

www.boohoo.com

This short sleeve nursing nightie will see you through from pregnancy to nursing thanks to its soft ,. stretchy jersey fabric, V-neckline, loose fit, and elasticised underbust. The matching nursing robe is loose fit to expand as your bump grows, while the open front will help with breastfeeding.

Rebecca Lancaster is a Digital Writer for Mother&Baby, drawing on ten years of parenting her two children to help others navigating their own parenting journey. As a freelance writer, she spent ten years working with leading lifestyle brands, from travel companies to food and drink start-ups, and writing everything from hotel reviews to guides to the best British cheeses. She’s particularly interested in travel and introducing her children to the excitement of visiting new places, trying different foods (less successfully) and experiencing different cultures.

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