The vagina is powerful, self-cleaning, and full of surprises. Yet, a lot of people still don’t know much about it beyond the basics. Here are some mind-blowing facts about the vagina that will make you appreciate it even more.
1. The Vagina Cleans Itself
The vagina cleans itself naturally with discharge and a balance of good bacteria. Using scented soaps, antiseptics, or special vaginal washes can scatter the pH balance and lead to infections and irritation. Just wash with water and mild unscented soap on the outside. That’s all you need.
2. Vaginas and Sharks Have Something in Common
Believe it or not, vagina and sharks both contain squalene, a natural lubricant. While sharks use it to help them float, the vagina uses it as part of its natural lubrication. So technically, vaginas and sharks are long-distance cousins.
3. The Vagina Can Stretch Like Chewing Gum
The vagina may look small when relaxed, but it can expand more than double its size during sex and childbirth. Afterward, it shrinks back to its usual shape. So no, having sex won’t make you “loose” and childbirth won’t “destroy” your vagina. Your pelvic muscles might feel weaker, but regular kegel exercises can help keep everything firm.
4. Vaginas Have Their Own Unique Scent
Forget what movies and the beauty industry tell you. Vaginas are not supposed to smell like flowers or vanilla. A healthy vagina has a natural scent that changes based on your diet, hormones, and menstrual cycle. A slight odor that isn’t foul smelling is normal. If it suddenly smells fishy, rotten, or too strong, it is a sign of an infection and you need to see a doctor.
5. The Clitoris is Way Bigger Than You Think
What you see on the outside is just the tip of the iceberg. The clitoris extends deep inside the body, wrapping around the vaginal walls. In fact, the entire clitoris is almost the size of a small cucumber. So when people say it’s just a “tiny button,” they don’t know what they’re talking about.
6. The Vagina Has a pH Level Similar to Wine
A healthy vagina has a pH level of 3.8 to 4.5, which is about the same as a glass of wine or a tomato. This acidity helps keep bad bacteria away and prevents infections. But if you notice unusual smells, irritation, or discomfort, your pH might be off. Common causes include unprotected sex, douching, or taking antibiotics.
7. Orgasms Can Relieve Period Cramps
Next time you’re curled up in pain during your period, try having an orgasm. When you orgasm, the muscles in your uterus contract and then relax, which can help reduce cramping. Plus, orgasms release endorphins, your body’s natural painkillers.
8. The Vagina Can Swallow Objects
If you’ve ever heard someone say “the condom disappeared inside me”, they’re not lying. Tampons, condoms, or small sex toys can sometimes get stuck in the vagina if pushed too far inside. If this ever happens, stay calm, squat, and try to push it out. If that doesn’t work, see a doctor.
9. Vaginas Can “Fart”
Ever heard a weird sound from down there during sex or when squatting? That’s called queefing. It happens when air gets trapped inside the vagina and then comes out like a fart. It’s totally normal and not a sign of looseness.
9. The Vagina Can Fall Out
It sounds scary, but vaginal prolapse is a real condition. This happens when the muscles supporting the vagina weaken so much that the vagina drops down or even sticks out of the body. It’s more common in women who have had multiple vaginal births or have weak pelvic floor muscles. Doing kegel exercises regularly can help prevent this from happening.
10. The Vagina Can Trap a Penis
Yes, this is a real thing. Sometimes during sex, the vaginal muscles can tighten so much that they clamp down on the penis and make it hard for the man to pull out. This is called vaginismus or penis captivus. It’s rare, but it can happen if the vaginal muscles spasm suddenly. The best thing to do is relax and wait for the muscles to loosen up.
11. The Vagina Can Lift Weights
This might sound impossible, but some people train their vaginal muscles to lift objects. By practicing vaginal weightlifting, some women can lift small weights, fruits, or even glass bottles using their pelvic muscles. This is just an advanced form of kegel exercises and helps improve vaginal strength and control.
12. Vaginas Can Change Color
Your vaginal area isn’t always the same shade—it can darken due to hormonal changes, arousal, or aging. During sex, the color of a vagina can appear more reddish or purplish due to increased blood flow to the area, causing the pussy lips to become swollen.
The vagina is strong, flexible, and full of surprises. It’s time to stop treating it like a mystery and start appreciating how amazing it is.
Which of these facts shocked you the most? Let me know in the comments!
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