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Vaginal elasticity

The vagina stretches in length and width during arousal and childbirth

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Jan 17, 2026
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How much does vaginal size vary between individuals and what factors influence it?

Measured vaginal dimensions show substantial natural variation: studies report unstimulated lengths from roughly 4–15 cm in different cohorts and surface areas that can vary five‑fold (34–164 cm2), bu...

Jan 23, 2026

How do parity and menopause affect vaginal dimensions on MRI studies?

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) studies show that parity—particularly the first vaginal delivery—and menopausal status are both associated with measurable differences in and related pelvic structures...