Our Story
In 2018, after returning to work from her first maternity leave, Cherie Turner – a dedicated Occupational Therapist and new mom – realized something was missing in her professional wardrobe. Traditional scrubs offered zero support for pumping or nursing. She found herself having to completely undress in order to express milk at work, which was frustrating, time-consuming, and anything but empowering. This gap between motherhood and career sparked an idea in Cherie: what if scrubs could be designed to make breastfeeding at work easier?
Fast forward to 2022 after the birth of her second child, Cherie knew it was time to bring her vision to life. She spent countless hours perfecting a solution that would allow mothers to feel professional, comfortable, and covered while pumping on the job. In August 2024, Mommy Scrubs was born with the motto: “Don’t undress to express!”
Our Mission
To empower nursing mothers in scrubs to continue their breastfeeding journey while excelling in their careers by providing functional apparel, supportive accessories, and resources that foster a seamless balance between motherhood and work demands.
Our Vision
No mother should have to choose between her career and her commitment to breastfeeding. We envision a world where nursing mothers in scrubs feel confident, supported, and empowered—never forced to compromise comfort, dignity, or time. By providing innovative, functional apparel designed for the realities of pumping at work, we make the breastfeeding journey seamless, helping mothers balance the roles they love without sacrifice.
Our Values
Service with Compassion
We exist to serve moms with purpose, faith, and empathy—giving glory to God in everything we do.
Empowerment & Inclusivity
Created by a woman-of-color and mama-owned, we celebrate all moms in scrubs, across every background and role.
Innovation with Integrity
Durable, sustainable designs made to last—because supporting moms means thinking of the next generation too.
Connection & Support
Welcome to the Mommy Scrubs Village—a safe, encouraging space where moms uplift moms. You’re never in this alone.
Our Brand
Mommy Scrubs x Mot8vate
“MOT” stands for Mother + OT (Occupational Therapist), and the 8 symbolizes infinity—an unbreakable bond. Together, Mot8vate reflects our mission to motivate and uplift moms through every stage of breastfeeding and work. Every stitch is sewn with purpose—to keep you going, even on the hardest days.
I'geal "Cherie" Turner
OUR FOUNDER
Our founder and CEO, is a wife, a mother of two, and a seasoned healthcare professional who knows firsthand the delicate balance of juggling a medical career and motherhood. During her years working as an Occupational Therapist, Cherie experienced the exhaustion of taking off layers of clothing multiple times a day to pump. She often thought, there has to be a better way. Fueled by her personal challenges and a passion to help others, Cherie set out to create that “better way” for nursing moms everywhere.
Cherie’s journey from idea to reality wasn’t easy. Grounded in her Christian faith and guided by prayer, she poured her heart into turning Mommy Scrubs from a dream into a solution. Her expertise in healthcare gave her insight into exactly what a working mom needs in her uniform – and her experience as a breastfeeding mother gave her the drive to make it happen. The result is a product that truly understands you, because it was inspired by your story and hers combined.
Today, Cherie leads Mommy Scrubs with a commitment to uplift other mothers. She firmly believes that returning to work should never mean giving up on your breastfeeding goals. With every new product and every mom helped, Cherie’s vision of a more mom-friendly healthcare workplace comes closer to fruition. She’s proud to stand with you, cheering on your success in motherhood and career, every step of the way.
Thank you for being part of the Mommy Scrubs family. Together, we’re proving that moms can do it all – and look amazing doing it!