Few people wonder how deep a woman's vagina can be. Lack of knowledge on this topic often leads to inflated and unrealistic expectations of a partner, based on far from reality porn movies. Let's figure out what the vagina is like in general
The depth and structure of the vagina
Vagina — this is the canal leading to the cervix, which in turn separates the vagina from the uterus itself. The depth of the female vagina is the distance from the entrance to the end of the cervix, and on average the female vagina reaches about 9.6 cm, but this is far from the limit. In some women, the depth of the vagina can reach almost 18 cm, it all depends on the individual structure of the body.
The vagina is made up of soft tissues and mucous membranes, which secrete a special lubricant, thanks to which the vagina stretches well.
< p>The outer part of the female genitalia is called the vulva. It includes large and small labia. The length of the former varies from 7 to 12 cm. But the clitoris is usually 5-35 mm in size, but in an excited state it can swell and increase in size.
What determines the size of the vagina
It would be wrong to assume that the size of the vagina always remains the same. It can change depending on what is put inside.
For example, when aroused, more blood enters the vagina, due to which it stretches. In addition, arousal causes the end of the cervix to rise slightly, which allows the penis or dildo to go deeper.
However, do not forget that despite a slight increase in the depth of the vagina, a too large shaft or toy can still cause discomfort during sex time.
Does the vagina change over time
Contrary to popular belief, the size of a woman's vagina remains the same throughout her life. That is, it does not decrease with age, although, for example, this can happen with the outer labia.
With age, the body becomes less of the hormone estrogen, which reduces the amount of fat and collagen that maintain the shape of the labia. In addition, the female vulva can change color over time, which is also associated with hormonal changes.
Some women believe that the vagina will definitely increase after childbirth. This is not entirely true. Yes, the vagina has the ability to stretch to facilitate the birth of the fetus, but after a while it returns to its normal size.
Vagina size and penis length
According to statistics, the average length of an erect penis 33% more than the average vaginal depth. However, during sex, this difference is usually not very noticeable due to how elastic a woman's vagina can be.
On average, a man's erect penis is just over 13 cm long, which is the most comfortable size for penetration. A longer penis can cause discomfort and even pain to a woman due to the fact that it will touch the cervix. However, in most cases, if partners are having similar problems, a good amount of lube and a conversation will help to find a compromise.
Vagina Care Tips
- Do not use overly scented shower products.
- Try to change wet underwear and swimwear as soon as possible to avoid infection.
- Change tampons and pads often.
- Use protection during sex.
- Don't wear too tight or tight clothes, they can cause irritation.
A few more facts about the vagina
- The labia is different
< p>It's not just that every woman's vulva looks completely different. There is not a single person whose labia would be absolutely identical to someone else. They are all unique, which is why there is no common standard or reminder of how the female genitals should look. But besides this, one should also remember that even among themselves your labia may have differences. When it comes to the human body, there is no place for symmetry at all, and then there is absolutely nothing to worry about if one of your labia is larger than the other or has a different shape or even color.
- Pubic hair is normal
The question of whether or not to shave off pubic hair is still hotly debated at various levels. For the most part, this decision is individual, depending on personal preferences and comfort. However, in pursuit of fashion or aesthetics, one should not forget that hair primarily has a protective function — they protect the vagina from infections and other mucks of the external environment. In addition, if you limit their growth during the active phase, they can «hibernate», and then fall out altogether.
- It can be dangerous to wear super absorbent tampons until the very end of your period
If you've ever had an uncomfortable feeling of dryness when you take out a tampon, then this could be a wake-up call from your body. Super absorbent tampons can cause the mucous membrane in the vagina to dry out, resulting in nasty scratches when the tampon is removed. It's better to use tampons that will leave your vagina with some moisture instead of soaking it all up like a sponge.
- Tampons can «get lost»
< p>One of the fears when using a tampon — what if he stays inside? This can indeed happen if the tampon is too high and gets stuck between the vaginal wall and the cervix. But if you immediately seek medical help, the doctor will help you remove the tampon without harm to your health.
- During sex, your vagina gets very, very wet
It's no secret that when aroused, the vagina releases a sufficiently large amount of lubricant to facilitate penetration. However, in addition to the vagina, another organ is involved in this — a special gland at the very entrance to the vagina, which begins to produce lubrication right before orgasm.
- Your vagina is getting older
Even though it was said above that she does not change in any way over time, it is more related to appearance. Age also adds dryness to the vagina, lubrication becomes less, which can lead to damage and pain during penetration. While there are various effective ways to keep your vagina toned, there is nothing criminal about letting age take its toll.
