One advantage to wearing hospital-issued gowns is that you won't care if they're ruined during delivery. If you do choose to wear your own clothing, opt for something loose on top. There will be a lot of action below the waist, so pajama bottoms or a pair of sleep shorts aren't necessary.Jan 8, 2016
Do they cover you while giving birth?
All major medical insurance plans today cover pregnancy. This coverage includes prenatal care, inpatient services, postnatal care, and newborn care. These essential services were put in place by the Affordable Care Act and help make it easier for both planning and expectant mothers to get insurance.
What do you wear during labor?
Your own clothing One advantage to wearing hospital-issued gowns is that you won't care if they're ruined during delivery. If you do choose to wear your own clothing, opt for something loose on top. There will be a lot of action below the waist, so pajama bottoms or a pair of sleep shorts aren't necessary.Jan 8, 2016
Do you have to wear a hospital gown while giving birth?
You don't have to wear the gown: Not into rocking the standard-issue hospital gown on the day you meet your baby? You don't have to. Most people choose to wear the gown because it's easier, but you can wear your own clothes, if you prefer. Many women end up giving birth naked anyway, so you might not even need clothes.
What should I wear to hospital when giving birth?
Clothing: A bathrobe, a nightgown or two, slippers, and socks. Hospitals and birth centers provide gowns and socks for you to use, but some women also bring their own. Choose a loose, comfortable gown that's either sleeveless or has short, loose sleeves so that your blood pressure can be checked easily.