Is it normal for labia majora to become larger after giving birth?

Giving birth is a very happy thing for a woman, but after giving birth, many women say that their bodies are very different from before. For example, after giving birth, the body will appear bloated and fat, and there will be ugly stretch marks on the abdomen. Of course, some women find that their labia seem to be larger than before since giving birth. So, why do labia majora become larger after giving birth?

During natural childbirth, the perineum and perianal area become congested and edematous, and coupled with the force exerted during childbirth, many mothers develop hemorrhoids and often experience anal prolapse and other bowel movements. In addition, postpartum mothers are weaker and their bowel movements will increase. Don't worry, it will get better after a while.

Labia physiological function:

1. The Bartholin's glands (equivalent to the male's bulbourethral glands) are buried deep in the labia majora on both sides of the vaginal opening. The Bartholin's glands continuously secrete mucus to lubricate and clean the vagina, maintaining the ecological balance within the vagina. The labia majora are the most loyal defenders of the Bartholin's glands.

2. The origin of a special smell. In the labia majora, there are special sweat glands similar to those in the armpits, which emit the same smell. This smell can attract and induce the opposite sex and stimulate their sexual excitement.

3. The spongy bodies of the vestibular bulbs are widely distributed under the fat of the labia majora, which can make the labia majora swell like a ball. When two sexes have intercourse, the labia majora become engorged and swell, acting as a spring cushion for the piston movement, pushing the penis into the vagina.

4. In addition, the expanded labia majora also has the caressing effect of squeezing and "gripping" the penis. During sexual intercourse, if you place your palm on the inside of the labia majora, you will feel a "tight grip". Therefore, the labia majora plays an important role in improving the quality of sexual life and strengthening the relationship between couples.