Dutch dictionary introduces new term for labia

The Netherlands is introducing a new, more neutral Dutch term for labia, "vulvalippen," alongside the traditional "schaamlippen," as part of efforts to combat shame and stigma surrounding women's bodies. Campaigners and linguistic experts believe that adopting anatomically correct language can promote sex positivity and reduce body shaming, with the new term being increasingly used in media and medical contexts. The initiative aims to encourage wider acceptance and usage by medical professionals and the public, mirroring similar efforts in Germany and Sweden to update terminology related to female anatomy and sexuality.

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