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Myth Buster: Can A Vagina Get Loose?

Have you ever wanted to know if a vagina gets ‘loose’ after increased sexual activity and especially after childbirth? It does not. Read on to find out why.

Myth Buster: Can A Vagina Get ‘Loose’?

Overview

Technically speaking, a loose vagina should be the least of your worries but if you have chosen to give into the <a href="https://merisehat.pk/article/how-porn-addiction-affects-your-social-interactions-relationships-and-libido">social</a> pressures of how a vagina should be, then this is the article for you.

While the topic should not even exist to begin with, we have a long way to go when it comes shared factual knowledge regarding women&rsquo;s bodies and spreading awareness related to it. It is very common for women to worry about how &lsquo;tight&rsquo; their vagina is thanks to a patriarchal society that places value on what&rsquo;s between their legs over who they are. 

This article will explain how any such notions of a &lsquo;loose&rsquo; vagina are nothing short of absolute nonsense. To start off with, lets deep dive into some science: 
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Myth about Vagina

It is a part of the female reproductive system and plays a key role in sexual intercourse, childbirth and menstruation.

Our vagina is made up of several layers of tissue, including the mucosa, submucosa, and muscularis. The mucosa is the innermost layer and is lined with mucus-secreting glands that help to keep the vagina <a href="https://merisehat.pk/article/everything-you-need-to-know-about-lubrication">lubricated </a>and healthy. The submucosa is a layer of connective tissue that supports the mucosa, and the muscularis is a layer of muscle that helps to control the opening and closing of the vagina.

The vaginal opening is surrounded by the labia majora and labia minora, which are folds of skin that protect the vaginal opening and provide additional lubrication.

Most women are worried their complex-yet-perfectly designed vaginas become loose after they push a baby out from one. Also, for women who are presumed to be sexually active are also referred derogatorily as having &lsquo;loose vaginas&rsquo; as if vaginas are a material object, like a pair of old jeans that become baggy and worn-out with use. That is not true. 
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<h5>A &lsquo;Loose&rsquo; Vagina</h5>

The vagina is a highly elastic and resilient organ that can expand and contract in response to different stimuli, such as sexual arousal and childbirth. However, it is not accurate to say that the vagina can get loose in the sense that it becomes permanently stretched out or loses its ability to function properly.

During childbirth, the vaginal walls stretch and can become somewhat relaxed. However, after childbirth, the vagina will regain its shape and size. This process can take several months and can be helped by pelvic floor exercises (such as kegel exercises) that can help to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles. 
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Bottom Line

It&rsquo;s important to note that there is no such thing as a &ldquo;loose&rdquo; or &ldquo;tight&rdquo; vagina as it&rsquo;s normal for vaginas to vary in size and shape. The vaginal muscles and tissues are designed to accommodate a wide range of sizes and shapes and are capable of adapting to different situations, including childbirth and ageing.

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