Scrub caps for midwives
Choosing a scrub cap for midwives is part practical, part emotional. The labour ward is a unique place, full of special moments and long shifts, so your cap needs to keep you comfortable and secure and, why not, come in a warm print that makes you smile. In this guide we go through what to look for so you choose the right one.
What a midwife’s scrub cap needs
Midwives are always on the move: bending, supporting and on their feet for hours. That’s why the ideal cap combines a secure hold with breathable fabric, so it never distracts you for a second while you’re supporting a birth. The key is a fit that keeps up with the pace without feeling tight.
- A secure hold for constant movement.
- Breathable fabric for long shifts.
- Hair tucked away securely, with no stray strands.
The styles that work well on the labour ward
Not every cap holds long hair or an updo in the same way. If you have long hair, the Dorothea model is designed to hold all your hair comfortably. For a snugger, more classic fit, the Zendal model is a firm favourite.
Long hair or short?
If you’re not sure which shape suits your hair, our guide on how to choose a scrub cap for your hair type explains the differences between the styles.
Warm prints for intense days
The labour ward welcomes new life, and that calls for colours full of tenderness. Pastel shades, soft prints and delicate motifs bring a sweet touch that feels just right in such an emotional setting. A pretty cap is also a way of looking after your mood during a long shift.
A print you love is a small act of kindness to yourself every morning.
Comfort for long shifts
Midwives know a shift can run over without warning. Our caps are handmade in our workshop from breathable fabric, as they have been since 2019, so the comfort lasts as long as your shift does. Explore our full scrub cap collection and choose the theatre cap that suits you.
- Try the fit before your first long shift.
- Always keep a spare cap ready.
- Choose breathable fabric if you tend to feel the heat.
Personalise your midwife’s scrub cap
Embroidering your name or the word ‘Midwife’ turns a pretty cap into something that’s completely yours. In our personalisation section you can add the detail that identifies you at a glance within the team. It’s practical for spotting your cap and, on top of that, it looks lovely.
Care tips to keep it like new
To keep its colour and shape, wash your cap at 30 °C max, with no bleach, and leave it to air-dry. That way those warm prints stay bright for a long time, ready to keep you company for every new arrival.
Scrub caps with your personal touch
Comfortable, breathable and handmade in our workshop. Find the style and print that feel like you.
See the scrub capsYou might also like: our nurse scrub caps, which you can personalise with your embroidered name.
Looking for a present for a midwife? See our midwife gift ideas.
