As your pregnancy nears its end you should definitely have your bags packed for your hospital stay. Although we remember to pack items for post-pregnancy including clothes, robes and slippers, we often don't think about what we are wearing DURING the delivery. The hospital lends you a gown so what more do you need, right? ... WRONG!

I have had the pleasure of getting to know Deidrea Haysel, owner of Hot Mama Gowns. Like most new mothers, the thought of wearing a hosptial gown throughout her delivery and post-delivery didn't cross her mind. It wasn't until after the birth of daughter that she began to realize how uncomfortable the gowns truely were. 

" The idea for Hot Mama Gowns was born at the same time our daughter was born in May of 2006.  After having an awesome pregnancy and a pretty swift, uncomplicated delivery; I had the clarity to really evaluate my surroundings.  Namely the itchy, chemical smelling, faded hospital gown I was wearing.

The standard hospital gown was far from stylish, comfortable, or functional.  The gown got in the way of skin to skin contact and breastfeeding, two things that were very important to me.  I couldn’t wait to change into something that was comfy and allowed me to bond with my baby girl.  Pajamas weren’t really an option right after delivery, so I started to brainstorm about the ideal maternity gown that would make me feel good (and look good).

As a family, we try to live as “green” as possible, so why not design a hospital gown made of 100% pure organic cotton?  What better fabric for my newborn to be laid on seconds after birth than something from the Earth that’s natural.  I was determined to create something that wasn’t boring or had the feel of a hospital gown.  I also wanted to design a gown that made breastfeeding easy and discreet (countless visitors at all times, I needed to be prepared for anyone and everyone walking in).  Nothing like giving your father-in-law and brother-in-law a peep show; and no one, including me, wanted to see a post-partum belly!"

                  

Deidrea continues by stating "I also wanted to design the gown so virtually EVERY woman could be a “Hot Mama”.  I was always so frustrated when looking for maternity clothes at stores/boutiques since I was in their largest size at an XL, and I was only a size 12/14.  What did women bigger than a size 12/14 do, because these stores surely didn’t accommodate a woman with curves in all the right places?  So I designed sizes starting at 2 and ending at 24!  We did countless fittings on REAL women to ensure the sizes were accurate and comfortable.  Each size is generous, so make sure you order your TRUE pre-pregnancy size!!"

                                       

With the convenient two ribbon-tied panels and a full coverage snap on back, these gowns are sure to get much use before, during your hospital stay and long after until you fit back into your pre-pregnancy wardrobe. I must admit, when I first learned about Hot Mama Gowns I immediately had a sense of envy towards the future mothers who would be able to purchase and wear a Hot Mama Gown. I wish this product was around when I had my children!!