My daughter bought me a belt for mothers day. It is the only belt I have because weighing 233lbs. who need one. I was so worried because she bought me a large and I had nothing that said large, only bigger sizes. I was worried that it wouldnt fit and I wouldnt be able to wear it and then I knew she would be disappointed, she is only 9. To my surprise I put that belt on and it fit. On the first notch but it fit. Now that special belt is on the 4th notch. I was so excited when I put it on yesterday and had to move it up another notch. I had been measureing but the tape measure always said the same thing. I guess I hadnt been measuring in the same place all the time. Anyway, I just wanted to share my happiness.