Carlee’s Story: Embracing My Natural Labia

Hi, I’m Carlee. I’m 27, I live in the U.S., and I wanted to share something personal that I hope will resonate with other women who may have ever felt different or unsure about their bodies. Specifically, I want to talk about my labia.

Ever since I was a teenager, I knew mine were larger than most. At first, I wasn’t sure what to think—I hadn’t seen many other examples, and the few I did see in media or online didn’t reflect what I saw in the mirror. My inner labia naturally extend about 3.5 inches when relaxed, which creates a noticeable bulge when I wear tight leggings or swimwear. At first, I used to try to hide it. I’d pull at my clothes, wear longer tops, or avoid certain outfits altogether.

But over time, something changed. I realized that this part of my body—something completely natural and untouched by any kind of stretching—wasn’t something to feel ashamed of. It just is what it is. I’ve never practiced labia stretching or modification; this is simply how I was born.

At first, I kept it private. But gradually, I began to understand that there are so many women out there who feel self-conscious about having longer labia. That’s when I decided to start speaking up—because I know how isolating that feeling can be. I wanted to show others that it’s not weird, wrong, or something to be hidden. For me, my labia feel right. I don’t think about them constantly—they’re just part of me, like any other body part. And yes, they do add a lot of stimulation, which I’ve come to appreciate.

I’ve even shared a few pictures in safe, supportive women’s spaces—not for shock value, but to offer reassurance and real-life perspective. If you’re someone who worries that your lips are “too large,” I want to tell you: they’re not. You’re not alone, and there’s nothing unnatural about you.

We come in all shapes and sizes. And sometimes, the very things we’re most self-conscious about end up being the things that make us feel the most connected to our bodies.

Love,
Carlee