Started wearing this about 2 wks after I gave birth. When I received it I couldn't put it on because it was so small; so I thought about ordering the small instead of an XS. Glad I didn't because hubby helped me put it on, and to my disbelief the Velcro held! (reason for 4 stars). I no longer wear it even though my stomach is not as flat as I'd like because it's gotten old and folds mostly in the back and is uncomfortable to wear; this also creates temporary marks on my skin and itches at times. It would be great if it maintained its original form because I now feel that I need an XXS but i'm reluctant to buy for the reasons mentioned above.