Sizing it all up....

Belly Ring Size Guide

This size guide has been provided by TummyToys®. Professional belly piercings are performed in a standard 14g (gauge width) and pierced to fit the standard size 10mm (3/8)and 11mm (7/16) belly rings. All of our navel rings are supplied within the standard size range unless otherwise stated.

For non-standard size piercings, we have a collection of custom sizeable navel rings here.

Post Length

Body jewellery is measured by post length, this measurement does not include the balls or charm parts of the body jewellery and refers only to the part of the jewellery that is inserted into your piercing.

We sell a huge variety of custom size jewellery so that you can source the perfect fit for your piercing. Use our filter to browse our collections by size.

Gauge Width

The thickness of the piercing post is measured by gauges, where the lower the gauge, the thicker the post. So for example, 14g is a standard size for belly rings, a size 16g features a skinnier post. Earrings are much thinner than belly rings and are typically either a 16g or even skinnier, 18g and 19g. Nose rings have the skinniest post and generally a size 20g.

Occasionally a piercing partially closes and you require a skinnier post, but did you know that a piercer can re-stretch your piercing for you! It doesn't hurt anywhere near as much as a new piercing and only takes a few weeks to heal in comparison to the many months for a new piercing.

Understanding Threading

Internally threaded jewellery features a pin on the ball which protrudes and is inserted inside the piercing post. Externally threaded jewellery features threading on the outer side of the piercing post with a hole in the ball for screwing into place.

While internally threaded jewellery is often more expensive than externally threaded piercings, they are more comfortable and less likely to build up bacteria around the threading preventing infection.

When body piercers perform new belly piercings they prefer to use internally threaded jewellery for maximum hygiene purposes.

Understanding Materials

There are many different types of materials available for body jewellery. Solid gold, solid titanium and solid surgical steel are best for initial piercings and are the premium option for those with nickel allergies. Alternatively there are many plated styles, including rose and yellow gold plating, and electric titanium shades of plating in a variety of colours.

Plated jewellery is best used for occasional wear, whereas solid gold, solid titanium, sold steel and solid 925 silver can all be worn permanently and are water suitable.

Belly Bar Length Guide - Establish your navel piercing size

How to establish your preferred length for belly jewellery.

The listed length (inches" or millimetres as shown above) refers to the distance between the balls. It is the length of the piercing shaft in fractional inches/millimeters and not the length of the full belly jewellery.

If you are unsure what size you are, measure a piece of navel jewellery that currently fits you correctly and assess which size shown below will best fit. TIP: Most professional belly piercings are done at the standard 10mm to 11mm lengths. If your piercing was done sometime ago your piercing may have shrunk to a smaller size over the years.

NOTE: When you are initially pierced, due to anticipated swelling, your piercer will most likely use a size 12mm bar. This is to allow space for your swollen skin during the healing time. Once this healing process settles down (typically within 6 months give or take) your navel ring size should most likely go back to a standard 10mm. If at any stage you are uncertain, pop in and ask your piercer, I'm sure they will be able to assist.

For non-standard size piercings, we have a collection of custom sizeable navel rings here.

Length Conversion (eg. 3/8" 10mm)

Millimeters	Fractional Inches
6mm	1/4"
8mm (short length)	5/16"
10mm (standard sizes)	3/8"
11mm (standard sizes)	7/16"
12mm	1/2"
14mm	9/16"
16mm	5/8"

TummyToys® Size Guide

TummyToys Clasp Sizing

All TummyToys® Sleepers are 14g gauge (as below) and are 7/16" in length - 11mm is shown on the diagram (left).

Full radius of the clasp when closed is 13.5mm edge to edge.

Custom Clasp Sizes

Only the solid gold and solid platinum TummyToys® clasps can be down sized.

Clasps can be down-sized (maximum 3mm shorter) or increased in size, custom sizes are an additional $40 for each peice and is available for solid gold and solid platinum only.

NB: There are NO refunds once we resize any product.

Pregnancy / Maternity Belly Button Ring Size Information

As your belly grows, your navel piercing stretches. During this time, it is best to wear a flexible PTFE or Bio Flex belly ring to avoid irritation.

Tummy Toys pregnacy belly rings are a standard size 14 gauge - as per above sizing and are sold in the following lengths. Anything shorter is not recommended as you can optionally cut these belly rings to a smaller size anyway if they are far too long for your piercing. Our pregnancy belly rings are self threading and your purchase from The Belly Ring Shop will include instructions on how to do this. For threading assistance please feel free to contact us.

Length	Duration	Sizable?
14mm	Up to 7 months	Yes
19mm	Up to full term	Yes
20mm	Up to full term	Yes

Gauge - width of the shaft (eg. 14g)

Navel jewellery is measured by gauges. The higher the gauge the smaller the piercing. 14g is the standard size that fits most piercings. To go up to 12g (and wider) you will need to have your piercing stretched.

The majority of navel rings sold at The Belly Ring Shop are available in the standard 14g size unless otherwise specified. We have various alternative sizes available in the custom resizable collection here.

16g is actually a smaller piercing gauge then 14g. Often people who leave their piercing without jewellery for too long end up switching to a 16g as their piercing partially closes, however there are far less choices in belly button rings in a 16g so retaining your 14g piercing is much more beneficial.

Refer to the chart below for specific details.

Gauge	Millimeter	Inches
16g	1.2mm	3/64"
14g (standard)	1.6mm	1/16"
12g	2mm	5/64"
10g	2.4mm	3/32"
8g	3.2mm	1/8"
6g	4mm	5/32"
4g	5mm	3/16"
2g	6mm	1/4"
0g	8mm	5/16"
00g	9.5mm	3/8"
000g	10mm

Ball Size Conversion Chart

All belly ring balls for sale at The Belly Ring Shop website fit 14g shafts, unless otherwise specified. See below for a selection of our 14g replacement belly ring balls or click here for the full collection of body jewellery parts.

Millimeters	Fractional Inches
3	1/8
4	5/32
5	3/16
6	1/4
8	5/16
10	3/8

7 Curved Barbell Sizes in a handy tin!

SIZES 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 14mm, 16mm and 19mm

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14g Curved Barbell Sample Sizing Kit for Belly Piercings

$16.90 AUD

GST/Tax included. All items sold by the single piece unless otherwise stated. Shipping calculated at checkout.

Gauge: 14g

14g

Product variants

Not sure what size you are? Or in need of multi-sizes for multi piercings? This surgical steel pack is your perfect sizing tool kit featuring sizes 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 14mm, 16mm and 19mm. For your convenience, a mixture of balls have been included in sizes 3mm, 4mm, and 5mm for you to also reference and/or mix and match with your 14g, externally threaded, body jewellery.

The pack is comprised of 100% 316L surgical steel and is labeled for clear identification of each size for easy referencing. It's included in a cute little tin for tidy storage and future reference. Never guess your size again! With a lifetime guarantee, this handy little pack is perfect for all 14g piercings and will assist you both now and in the future as your piercing changes over the years.

Additionally, pregnant ladies will find the size kit is useful during those months prior to switching to a maternity belly ring, the extra long bars can be handy to swap into as the standard sizes start to fit a little too tightly.

Featuring:

7 x Belly Ring Posts in 7 different sizes (Curved Barbells / Bananabells)
2 x 3mm Balls
4 x 4mm Balls
8 x 5mm Balls
All parts are comprised of premium, 100% 316L Surgical Steel
All balls, top and bottom, are removable
Externally Threaded

ACCURATE MEASURES

Body jewellery is measured by post length, this measurement does NOT include the balls or charm parts of the body jewellery and refers only to the part of the jewellery that is inserted into your piercing.

When measuring navel rings, simply measure the straight line from the two points, not the curve. Likewise when you measure captive body jewellery or earring hoops, the measurement is taken from the full diameter of the circle.

Measuring nipple rings, ear studs and barbells is easy, just measure the straight part of the post excluding the balls/charms and frontals.

Jewelled Pitter Patter Pregnancy Belly Bar - Maternity Belly Ring. Navel Rings Australia.

Got one of those cute bumps?

Pregnancy Piercing Guide

Do I need to remove my belly ring for pregnancy?Absolutely NOT! You simply need the right type of body jewellery to accommodate your navel piercing during this exciting journey of pregnancy, typically around mid 2nd trimester. Check out our PTFE maternity range here.

Flexible and comfortable, these cute belly rings are comprised of surgical grade PTFE and arehypoallergenic. They start off extra long, you can optionally cut them down to a smaller size, although unless you are buying a few pregnancy belly bars, we suggest you leave some length as things will get tighter soon enough and your navel will certainly feel the stretch.

What will happen to my belly piercing after pregnancy? You can continue to enjoy your belly piercing and return to regular belly rings after pregnancy. Okay, we'll admit it, your skin is going to take a small beating, you can't carry around a sackful of love inside your tummy without leaving a few marks and scars to tell the story. However every women is different, and even if your belly tells the story of childbirth, that is a beautiful story worth celebrating.

Nipple Jewellery

While technically nipple jewellery doesn't stop lactation, to elliminate any choking hazards, it is best to remove your nipple rings while feeding bubs. Remember, if you take your jewellery out for a few months your piercing may close over so occasional wear in between feeds may be an option if you wish to maintain your piercing.

No New Piercings!

New piercings are a definite NO during pregnancy. While your body focuses on making pitter patter perfection, healing and/or exposing yourself to potential infections is not ideal. Body piercers will not allow the procedure during pregnancy.

Maternity Belly Ring Size

From mid 2nd trimester you'll need to size up. 5-7 months, you'll need a length up to 14mm and may even be able to wear surgical steel belly rings in a size 14mm. PTFE in sizes 19mm, 20mm and 25mm (1 inch+) are ideal for the final 2 months.

How to Size PTFE

To cut, simply use a pair of scissors and cut on a slight angle. Then use a belly ring ball to screw a new thread onto the PTFE thread. Simple and so much more comfortable than steel belly rings during pregnancy.

The Gender Reveal

A cute way to announce the gender of future mini you is by wearing a colour themed piece from our collection in pink or blue. Surprise hubby, friends and family with a cute piece of jewellery that'll double up as nostalgic memorabilia in the memory box post birth.