Pouch Sizes

I'm about to place an order for the first sample pouches in the red/black patterned fabric reversible to red. Hmm... need to think of a name for that fabric. Anyone got any ideas?

So for those of you who've volunteered to be a tester please choose your size. You can use the chart below.

Size Shoulder to hip
xs 20-21" 51-54cm
s 22" 55-58cm
s/m 23" 59-61cm
m 24-25" 61-64cm
l 26-27" 65-68cm
xl 28-29" 69-74cm

Find your size
With a soft tape measure, loosely measure from the furthest point of the top of your shoulder across your body to the top of your opposite hip. Check the chart above and choose the corresponding size. e.g. if you measure 23.5" s/m is probably your best choice.

Things to bear in mind
You may happily wear more than 1 size as to some extent as it's largely a matter of preference. If you're one of the experienced pouch testers, you'll already be aware of this but for those of you who haven't used one before here are a few things worth mentioning.

• When you wear your pouch over lots of layers in the winter or if your baby is quite large then you may want to size up to compensate.
  
• Make sure your pouch doesn't hang down lower than your tummy. Just like a ring sling, wearing your baby high up and snug to you is best for the security of your baby and it's more comfortable for you.
  
• Your pouch should never be too tight that you can't get your baby in or it's cutting into your baby's legs in the hip carry.
• Remember these pouches are all non-stretch so choosing the right size is important.

Part of the testing of these pouches is making the best range of sizing so don't worry if you feel you got the wrong size. ALL the feedback is important. I shall make up extra samples so that we can change sizes if necessary.

I shall send you a feedback form (via e-mail) when I send you the pouch. Please send your feedback back to me as soon as you can. If you feel the size you chose is completely wrong then let me know so I can exchange it. Once I've got your feedback I'll send you a £10 credit note that you can use straight away for a ring sling at www.natya.co.uk or later once the new pouches are on the website.

The contribution towards the cost of the pouch is £10+£2 p&p. Please e-mail me the size you 'd like and I'll send you an invoice. Please let me know what you'd like by Wednesday. I hope to have them out to you next week.