Also goodFor mum (pregnancy & postnatal)Hospital bag to end of breastfeeding
Ripe Maternity Stevie Nursing Lounge Dress
A soft striped nightie with easy feeding access that also passes for loungewear when visitors call.
MamaLoop mums pick
2 colours
- Navy / White / Black
- Silver / White / Black
We researched nursing nighties for the hospital stay and the long nights after, when you want to feed without undoing a pyjama top. Ripe is a long-running Australian maternity label, and the Stevie is a light knit dress with up-and-down nursing access that also allows skin-to-skin contact. Myer buyers rate it 4.9 out of 5, praising its softness and how easily it washes and dries. Trade-offs: it is dearer than plain pyjamas, Ripe's broader ProductReview record is mixed on returns, and a dress is less practical than a top and bottoms if you are bleeding heavily in the first days.
Researched, not used by us
Pros
- Easy nursing access
- Allows skin-to-skin contact
- Soft and light for summer
- Looks fine for visitors
Cons
- Dearer than plain pyjamas
- Mixed reports on Ripe's returns handling
- Less practical than separates in the first days
Who it suits
- Hospital bag
- Night feeds in warm weather
Who should look elsewhere
- Cold winters
- Tight budgets
Price
$40–90
Typically $60–$75 at our last check (11 Nov 2026). Prices change — check the retailer.
Specs
| Type | maternity and nursing nightie |
|---|---|
| Access | up-and-down nursing opening |
| Sizes | XS–XL |
| Fabric | Light knit (check the label) |
What to look for
- Choose your pre-pregnancy size or one up
- Dark colours hide leaks
Where to buy in Australia
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Last checked 11 Nov 2026 · Report a problem with this pick