Our bodies look different over time, including the vagina. But what does that mean for our sexuality? An overview.
It is very clear that our bodies change in the course of our lives. We get wrinkles on our faces, thinner hair and often a few pounds more on our hips. No problem at all, after all, that's completely normal. Our sex organs also change over time. Why not? We'll tell you how that happens.
By the way: The vagina does not refer to the external genitals. These – the inner and outer labia and the clitoris – are called the vulva. The vagina is the inner area, i.e. the eight to 12 centimeters that connects the vulva with the cervix. In our overview we refer to both the vagina and the vulva.
The vagina at the age of 20
The vagina and vulva are fully developed after puberty. The vulva is still very tight, just like the skin of a 20-year-old is very tight. Only over the years does the elasticity change. Nevertheless, even at this age, no two vaginas are the same. Whether the outer labia cover the inner one is different for every woman and is what defines the special diversity and beauty of nature. By the way: discharge is completely normal – you can find out more about it here.
The vagina at the age of 30
The elasticity of the outer and inner labia decreases. They can also turn darker in color.
However, the changes are particularly great among women who have children. During pregnancy, the vagina and vulva get more blood and expand. Some women also report that it makes them feel more interested in sex. The female sexual organ is slightly bluish in color during this time, the surface is velvety. After the birth, it shrinks again. The fear of being "too wide" for the partner's penis from now on is unfounded (regardless of the size and length of the penis!) The vagina is as elastic as a rubber band and retracts again. Pelvic floor exercises also help to get back into shape.
The vagina at the age of 40
Many women go through menopause between their mid 40s and 50s. During this time, the release of the hormone estrogen is reduced. This can – but does not have to mean in all women – that the vaginal skin becomes thinner and more sensitive. Just as men may have problems with erections in the second half of life, women may produce less vaginal fluid when sexually aroused. All of these can cause pain during sex.
Still, you don't have to be afraid of it. Women can still get wet with longer and loving foreplay, if necessary a vaginal cream will help. It is important that men gain an understanding of what changes in women during menopause. Then the desire for sex doesn't have to decrease!
Cheers to our vagina!
Cosmetic surgery in the genital area is the trend. Many women go under the knife because they do not find their vagina or vulva beautiful. For example, some women want their labia to completely cover the clitoris, or they want their inner labia to shrink. A questionable trend, because isn't it diversity that defines beauty? This project wonderfully shows how different (and beautiful!) Women are in the intimate zone – regardless of their age!
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