Maternity Scrubs Australia
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Maternity scrubs are pregnancy-friendly clinical uniforms designed with stretch panels, supportive waistbands and breathable fabrics for healthcare workers from the first trimester through postpartum. Infectious Clothing stocks Australia's best range of maternity scrubs from Cherokee and Wink — in over-bump and under-bump styles, in all core clinical colours. Authorised Australian distributor since 2001. Sizes XXS–3XL. Free shipping over $250 Australia-wide.
Infectious Clothing Company has supplied maternity scrubs to pregnant nurses, midwives, doctors and allied health professionals across Australia since 2001. Our pregnancy scrubs are purpose-designed for clinical workplaces — soft stretch panels, supportive waistbands and breathable fabrics that move with you through every trimester and every long shift.
We stock maternity scrubs from Cherokee and Wink — the two most trusted brands for maternity clinical wear in Australia. Both offer over-bump and under-bump pants plus maternity scrub tops with extra length, ruched side panels and stretch knit fabrics that grow with you without looking oversized or unprofessional. Part of our complete Australian scrubs range.
Free shipping on orders over $250 Australia-wide. Shipped from the Sunshine Coast, QLD. In-house embroidery available for names, job titles and clinic logos — 5–7 business day turnaround.
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Maternity Scrub Tops — Extra Length & Coverage
As your bump grows, standard scrub tops can ride up and feel restrictive. Our maternity scrub tops offer extra length, ruched side panels and stretch knit fabrics that provide coverage and room where you need it — without looking oversized or unprofessional on the ward.
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Wink's maternity tops use soft stretch microfibre fabric and breathable performance blends with flattering cuts that work through the full range of pregnancy. The Wink W123 maternity styles are Australia's most popular — with the signature pocketing system, ruched side panels and extra length. Available in a wide range of clinical colours including navy, ceil blue, eggplant, black and teal. Shop Wink Maternity Tops → |
Cherokee maternity tops are designed for active clinical roles — stretch fabric, functional pocket layout and a flattering mock-wrap cut that accommodates a growing bump throughout every trimester. Available in Navy, Wine, Eggplant and other core clinical colours, meeting most Australian hospital uniform colour requirements. The 4-way stretch fabric is ideal for high-movement nursing roles. Shop Cherokee Maternity Tops → |
Maternity Scrub Pants — Over-Bump vs Under-Bump
Choosing the right waistband style makes all the difference for comfort during a long clinical shift. Both styles are available in our scrub pants range — here's how to decide:
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Over-Bump Maternity Pants A soft stretch panel extends up and over the bump, providing gentle support and full belly coverage. Best for: → Second & third trimester → Long shifts in air-conditioned hospitals → Nurses and midwives who prefer more support → Workers who find low-waist styles uncomfortable → Early postpartum recovery |
Under-Bump Maternity Pants Sits below the bump with a lower, soft waistband for airflow and a lighter feel around the midsection. Best for: → First trimester → Warmer clinical environments → Healthcare workers who prefer less fabric → Transitioning back to standard scrubs postpartum → Community care and home visits |
Cherokee vs Wink — Which Maternity Scrubs Suit You?
Infectious is the only Australian supplier stocking both Cherokee and Wink maternity ranges simultaneously. Here's how they compare for clinical maternity wear:
| Cherokee Maternity | Wink Maternity | |
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| Fabric | Performance poly/spandex blend, 4-way stretch | 100% microfibre polyester, ultra-soft hand feel |
| Top style | Mock wrap with side ruching, extra length | V-neck and mock wrap, signature pocketing |
| Pocketing | Standard chest + side pockets | Triple chest pocket + utility loops |
| Clinical colours | Navy, Wine, Eggplant — core hospital palette | Navy, Ceil Blue, Eggplant, Black, Teal — widest range |
| Best for | Theatre, ED, active nursing, high-movement roles | Long-shift comfort, pocket-heavy roles, general wards |
| Sizes | XXS–3XL | XXS–3XL |
Colour Compliance for Pregnant Nurses — You Still Need the Right Colour
Being pregnant doesn't change your facility's uniform colour requirements. Maternity scrubs need to meet the same colour standards as your regular scrubs — and Cherokee and Wink maternity styles are available in all the core clinical colours used across Australian hospitals.
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Navy — Registered Nurses across most Australian public hospitals Ceil Blue / Teal — Enrolled Nurses and AINs in most health districts Eggplant / Purple — Midwives across most Australian maternity wards |
Hunter Green — Theatre Nurses and NSW Health Doctors Black — Dental, aged care, private clinics and allied health Wine / Burgundy — Selected departments; check facility policy |
Trimester-by-Trimester Buying Guide
Your uniform needs change significantly across pregnancy. Here's what works at each stage:
| Stage | What Works | Tips |
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| First trimester | Standard stretch scrub tops often still work. Under-bump maternity pants for early waistband comfort. | Order maternity pants now — having them before you need them means one less thing to manage mid-pregnancy. Most run true to pre-pregnancy size. |
| Second trimester | Purpose-designed maternity tops become the most comfortable option. Over-bump pants provide the best support for most. | This is when the investment in a proper maternity scrub set pays off most. Two sets covers most rosters with home laundering. |
| Third trimester | Over-bump styles provide maximum support. Extra-length maternity tops essential for coverage. | Breathable microfibre (Wink) helps manage the increased body temperature of late pregnancy. Consider a third set if doing extended shifts. |
| Postpartum return | Under-bump maternity pants often comfortable for 4–8 weeks postpartum. Standard tops usually resume quickly. | Don't rush back to regular scrub pants. Under-bump styles transition well as recovery wear and remain comfortable at the waistband. |
What Makes a Good Maternity Scrub?
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Stretch knit panels — The waistband and side panels use soft stretch fabric that expands with your bump rather than digging in or riding down during a shift. Breathable fabrics — Pregnancy increases body temperature. Cherokee and Wink maternity scrubs use moisture-wicking performance blends designed to keep you cool through long shifts. Clinical colours — Navy, ceil blue, eggplant, black, teal and more. All maternity styles available in solid colours that meet most Australian hospital colour requirements. |
Multiple pockets — Pen slots, cargo pockets and instrument loops to keep your clinical essentials close regardless of trimester. Wink maternity tops retain the signature triple chest pocket and utility loops. Easy-care fabrics — Rated for industrial laundering. All styles wash and dry easily — because pregnancy is not the time to worry about delicate fabrics. Custom embroidery — Add name, job title or clinic logo via our in-house embroidery service. Chest placement recommended on maternity styles rather than across stretch panels. |
Returning to Work After Baby — What to Wear
Returning to clinical work postpartum is its own transition — and your uniform needs don't snap back overnight. Most healthcare workers find that maternity scrubs remain the most comfortable option for the first 4–8 weeks back at work, particularly for the waistband. Under-bump maternity pants are especially practical here — they sit comfortably without pressure on a healing abdomen while you transition back to your standard women's scrub pants.
Maternity scrub tops can usually be phased out sooner — most standard stretch scrub tops from Cherokee and Wink will accommodate the early postpartum body without the need for extended maternity-specific styles. If you're breastfeeding and returning to clinical work, the stretch knit fabrics in Wink maternity tops are practical for this transition period.
Who Are Maternity Scrubs For?
Our maternity nursing uniforms and pregnancy scrubs suit all clinical roles during pregnancy:
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→ Registered & Enrolled Nurses — hospital wards, emergency, ICU, theatre → Midwives — maternity wards and birthing centres → Doctors & GPs — hospital and clinic settings → Allied health — physio, OT, radiography, pathology |
→ Dental professionals — clinics and practices → Veterinary staff — vet clinics and animal hospitals → Aged care workers — residential and community care → Healthcare students — nursing and allied health placements |
Build Your Maternity Uniform
Pair maternity scrub pants with purpose-designed maternity tops or standard scrub tops for extra coverage. Cherokee and Wink both have matching tops and pants in the same colourways — making it easy to build a coordinated set that meets your facility's colour requirements. Browse the full scrub pants range for all styles including maternity, jogger and standard cuts.
Add a professional finish with our custom embroidery service — names, job titles and clinic logos on most maternity scrub styles. For clinic or group orders, see our business orders page or call 1300 661 475.
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Cherokee & Wink · Over-bump & under-bump · XXS–3XL · Clinical colours · Free shipping $250+
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