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The Alma - Maternity Cotton Lab Coat (White)
$64.95
Finally, a lab coat for pregnant and nursing mothers in research. Every aspect of this lab coat is thoughtfully engineered to let you keep up your amazing research without missing a beat.
These will be ready to order the first week of November, 2025. Leave your email above to get updates on the pre-order and launch.
This lab coat is made from 100% cotton and all-metal snaps, which is accepted in most standard laboratory environments including introductory chemistry and biology lab classes. Please check with your lab safety officer for compatibility.
Fire:
100% Cotton provides better protection against flames than polyester or poly-cotton mixtures because polyester will melt to your skin and prevent emergency lab coat removal. 100% cotton is not “FR”, “flame-retardant” or “fire-proof”, and will burn slowly if exposed to intense flames. If your lab requires “FR” lab coats, get on our email list for our future release with flame retardant materials.
Acids:
Most lab coat materials, including 100% cotton, absorb strong acids and may develop holes from exposure. Always wear a neoprene, rubber, or PVC apron and long acid-resistant gloves on top of your lab coat when handling strong acids.
For more details, visit our Lab Coat Safety & Care FAQ Page.
Save on shipping costs by ordering together with your lab.
Shipping in the USA:
Typically $8-$11 for 1 lab coat, about $30 for 10, calculated at checkout.
International shipping:
Available worldwide for $20-$40. Additional taxes and duties may need to be paid to the local customs authorities on delivery.
The Alma sizes correspond to our regular women's lab coat, The Curie. A medium Alma has a few extra inches in the shoulders and chest compared to a medium Curie, which gives you room to grow in your upper body. The waist and hips flare significantly more than the measurements above, but the pleats and hidden belt keep it under control early in your pregnancy.
Most women's sizes will be determined by the chest measurement. The size chart is intended for measuring when you're just starting to show. If you're later on, just make sure your body measurements are all less than the size chart numbers for your size!
"The Alma" Lab Coat
Alma Levant Hayden was an American Chemist, mother of two, and by all accounts the first African-American woman to work in a science position at an agency in Washington, D.C. (per ACS).
She worked at both the NIH and FDA, and her work was critical in exposing a highly touted anti-cancer serum as being nothing more than a creatine supplement.
“The Alma” maternity lab coat is named in honor of her important contributions and trailblazing while also balancing motherhood and family life.
Stay organized and comfortable for 3 trimesters
Hidden Adjustable Belt
Use the stitched-in soft cotton belt to pull the waist in up to 8 inches early in your pregnancy. The extra fabric folds neatly at your sides so you can look professional and feel confident in your work.
Marker storage on Shoulder
Our testers told us pokey tools in chest pockets were a no-go, so we made sure there was shoulder storage and an extra stitch on the lower pocket to stay organized.
Zippered side vents
Those knobs can't touch you now! We added zippers to the side access vents so you can get to your inner pockets in a pinch without getting snagged by knobs and equipment when you walk.
Back pleat for room to reach
This hidden back pleat opens up to two inches when you reach for those precursors in the back of the cabinet so your wrists stay protected and you stay comfy.
Keep your skin covered when you're most vulnerable
Breathable natural cotton
A proprietary weave of medium-weight American-grown cotton twill for natural-fiber protection that prevents overheating. Finished with softening and stain-release non-chemical processes.
Long knit cuffs
Soft rib-knit cotton cuffs gently hug your wrists to keep your skin protected as you reach for those chemicals in the back. Tapered forearm sleeves also help keep your lab coat out of your science.
Quick-release snaps
All-metal stainless steel snaps that won't melt shut when you've got to get out quickly. Whether it's a fire, chemical explosion, or you just have to pee - no more messing around with unthreading buttons in a hurry.
Convertible collar
Lay it flat for casual comfort and pop that collar when you need it most. Protect your vulnerable neck and chest from unexpected splashes and explosions.
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- The Alma sizes correspond to our regular women's lab coat, The Curie. A medium Alma has a few extra inches in the shoulders and chest to give you room to grow in your upper body. The waist and hips flare significantly, but the pleats and hidden belt keep it under control early in your pregnancy. Most women's sizes will be determined by the chest measurement. The size chart is intended for measuring when you're just starting to show. If you're later on, just make sure your body measurements are all less than the size chart numbers for your size!
- We publish detailed size charts to make sure you find the right fit the first time. You just need to check it against your own measurements. However, the lab coats can be returned or exchanged within 30 days if you cover the shipping and restocking cost (usually around $12 total in the USA).
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Check with your lab safety officer about hazards, laundering details, and any compliance markings you may need (FR, CE, etc.) For more details, visit our Lab Coat Safety & Care FAQ Page.
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Yes! We've already had customers send in photos dyeing them black and green. The one catch is that the stitching is synthetic (for strength), so it will be always stay white.
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We can take group orders to save on shipping costs and we can accept Purchase Orders for a minimum of 8 lab coats. We will also offer embroidery options before shipping. See our group orders page for more details.
