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'Make women feel seen': Why the Dutch have a new word for labia

Drake Magazine News Desk · Sep 23, 2026 · 7:42 PM ET

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The Brief

The Netherlands has embraced a new term for labia, a development campaigners hope will foster greater sex positivity. This initiative aims to address body shaming by introducing language designed to make women feel more acknowledged.

Key Verified Facts

  • A new word for labia has been introduced in the Netherlands.
  • Campaigners advocate for this change to reduce body shaming.
  • The effort intends to promote sex positivity and make women feel 'seen'.

Sources: BBC News. Drake Magazine wrote this brief in its own words from the facts reported by the sources named above.

Published Sep 23, 2026 · 7:42 PM ET · Last verified Sep 23, 2026 · 10:59 PM ET

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