What to Wear After Giving Birth: 17 Best Postpartum Clothes

Wondering what to wear after giving birth? These are some of the best postpartum clothing for new moms that provide you with comfort, easy access to everything, and allow your body to heal!

Giving birth is a beautiful experience but you often aren’t prepared for what comes next. 

I was blindsided about what to wear after giving birth, I don’t want the same thing to happen to you! 

From home birth to hospital births and everyone in-between these outfits are some that work for any birth experience! 

Here is everything you’ll want to pack in your hospital bag to be comfortable after your labor and delivery.  

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What to Wear After Giving Birth

To be honest, there are so many after delivery clothes that work great for the postpartum stage. These after birth outfits are great for your postpartum hospital outfit to what you will wear for the next couple of months.

Having some comfy clothes is one of the best ways to prepare for postpartum.

Here I will highlight a few of my favorite clothes for after birth, and then provide a few key tips to help you find more on your own!  

Your Own Hospital Gown

If you don’t want to wear the regular hospital delivery gown they provide, you can always get your own.

They have some adorable hospital gown options and work like a nice comfy dress to wear again. Get one of these if you wonder what to wear when giving birth and don’t like the traditional options; they are quite adorable.

Comfy T-Shirt Dresses 

Most people when they come home from the hospital think they need a special “going home outfit.” However, no one really sees you, unless you post that picture on social media. 

Instead, just wear something comfy. That doesn’t mean you bust out your ugliest sweatpants and sweatshirt but put your comfort first, style second. 

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That being said, you can still wear something that is beautiful and comfy. 

I chose to wear flowy dresses. These comfy t-shirt dresses were my favorite. It actually was my hospital postpartum outfit that I wore to the hospital just so I didn’t have to pack an extra one! 

Stretchy Pants and Sweats

There are also some beautiful stretchy pants that are the comfiest thing ever. They come in floral prints and are adorable. This would be the perfect thing to wear after giving birth! 

If wearing leggings after giving birth is hard for you, these stretchy pants are the next best thing. They are the best pants for after birth in my opinion!

Stretchy pants are one of the top c-section must haves!

Nursing T-Shirts

You cannot go wrong with t-shirts, along with those cute stretchy pants. I like to wear nursing ones because that is what you will be doing anyway for your baby.

I like to get flowy ones to accommodate my belly and still makes me feel good about myself.

If you plan to nurse or pump, your outfits need to be suitable for that. Many dresses and shirts can work, but there are also great nursing outfits that make it a lot easier. 

Get some nursing tank tops (like these) and a few nursing/pumping dresses. Nursing bras are great to have on stock too. 

If you pump, get a pumping bra. They were a lifesaver. It saved so much time and energy and ultimately helped me produce more milk! 

Leggings

There is also the leggings or yoga pants route as well. These work great for a postpartum outfit for hospital if you are comfortable with them.

I like to get the high waisted ones to further help my postpartum recovery.

Slippers

With my first birth, my feet got super big, to the point where my shoes didn’t even fit! Be sure to bring some slippers or shoes that allow your feet to grow so that your feet will be comfortable too!

You definitely don’t want to walk out of the hospital barefoot like me.

Slippers are one of the things that most forget when determining what to wear at the hospital after giving birth, so don’t forget!

Postpartum Underwear

Postpartum underwear is magical and so much better than what they give you at the hospital. Stock up on these and other postpartum essentials for comfort down there. 

When you start to slow down on your bleeding, you might even enjoy some period underwear. They are eco-friendly and comfy!

Check out these different types of postpartum diapers that are comfortable!

Want some emotional support while pregnant or during your postpartum recovery? Consider hiring a virtual doula!

Postpartum Belts

Many find these postpartum belts to be great the first few weeks after giving birth. These are good for both c-sections and vaginal births. It will help get your belly back to normal functioning! 

Postpartum belts are very common in ayurvedic postpartum care.

Get the best postpartum recovery guide to further help your postpartum healing. 

Robes

A robe is another one of the great postpartum outfits for hospital because they are so easy to use and very comfortable.

You can easily breastfeed your baby, have nurses check on everything you need and be completely at ease.

Postpartum Pajamas

Another thing when considering what to wear after giving birth in hospital is to wear pajamas. They are quite comfortable and so many don’t even look like pajamas

If you want a super comfy outfit after giving birth, you can’t go wrong with these postpartum pajamas to wear in hospital after baby.

Maternity Clothes

A lot of my maternity clothes actually were great for postpartum. Because your belly is still shrinking, you may need to still wear your maternity clothes. I loved wearing some maternity shorts because they also help keep my stomach tucked. 

With maternity clothes, you don’t have to spend any extra money on postpartum clothes! It’s a great win for those on a budget. 

Mommy and Me Outfits

If you are like me, you like to match your little one as soon as they arrive. I found the most precious outfit to do just that!

This mommy and me outfit is exactly for what to wear home from the hospital after giving birth. It includes a gender neutral outfit so you can wear it for both boy and girl.

It includes a Dad t-shirt, Mom postpartum robe/dress, and swaddle and hat for your baby. It’s so adorable!

Choose Clothes That Make You Feel Confident 

After delivery, I did not feel very confident in my body. And, ultimately that showed with the way I dressed. 

So, be sure to find some clothes that make you feel good and even sexy! I find it one of the best tips when determining what to wear after delivery.

Get some nursing bras with a little lace, or find a dress that empowers you and helps you love your body! 

This is a new stage in your life, and your body will never be the same. Learn to embrace and love yourself as a new mom! 

If you find yourself struggling with loving your postpartum body, be sure to get some postpartum affirmation cards. 

What NOT to Wear After Giving Birth

Now that you know what to wear in hospital after birth, you also need to know what not to wear.

Do not wear anything tight. You may think that your belly goes flat right after your baby, but it doesn’t, not all the time. 

You also will be sore, so getting in and out of tight clothes isn’t very fun either. 

That usually means no jeans. However, if you are comfortable in them, do what works for you.

What to Wear After Birth Wrap-Up

Hopefully, this helps you feel more at ease when it comes to deciding what to wear after giving birth! There are so many options to choose from, you will find something that is comfy and fits your style!