VAGINA AND SPERM STUFF

The complexity of female reproduction has led me to reflect on the significance of our creator’s intended purpose. My frequent musings about this, have mostly been filled with frustration as the enduring pain intrinsic to womanhood is so vast and specific, spanning from menstrual cramps, pregnancy discomforts, childbirth pains, hormonal fluctuations, reproductive health issues such as endometriosis or polycystic ovary syndrome, menopause. These pains collectively shape the multifaceted journey of womanhood. 

The intricate layers involved in the female reproductive system suggest a highly profound significance - it is just so damn complex- 

In my most recent adult years, I have become increasingly aware of the paradox.

Women’s reproductive system is not just a physical process but a deeply emotional one. It possesses an extraordinary depth of uniqueness that just cannot be undermined.

This is why I find the use of the word “pussy” to be such a flimsy, boring, lazy and widely inaccurate slur that implies weakness. It doesn't indicate any critical thinking among those who toss it around casually instead it just serves as a clear indicator of their lack of intellectual depth. It is evident that little cognitive effort or awareness goes into their choice of language and vocabulary.

Discussions about coitus- essentially meaning sex, a term I picked up from Sheldon Cooper and delight in using lol, it is just so fun to say- often center around shaming women, perpetuating narratives aimed at controlling or attempting to embarrass us.

Did you know there's no physical method to ascertain whether a person, regardless of gender, is a virgin or not? 

According to PubMed Central https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5958548/ (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5958548/)

“There is no physical sign that indicates the virginity of a woman: in fact, no physical examination will be able to evaluate the virginity of a human being, man or woman. “What about the Hymen doctor?” the hymen is an anatomical part, an elastic membrane in the vaginal canal. It is not a valuable nor scientific sign of virginity”

All that talk I heard about Hymen, throughout my younger years, Mythology. It is highly unlikely that a woman originated this myth. Rather, it appears crafted to manipulate and gain control of women’s bodies, which is quite evident. And surely, it wasn't an extraterrestrial tyranny behind its inception. 

This is yet, another justification for my insistence and emphasis on how frustratingly redundant gender disparity arguments are. The disparities are clear and undeniable, people just need to think.

it is so disheartening to see how deeply rooted these biases are. Yet, women still feel compelled to justify their desire for fundamental rights that are equally afforded to the opposite sex, or labeled as troublemakers when they assert their identities or why women deserve special consideration.

Welllll…… To the main Koko 

My extreme skepticism has driven me to amass a wealth of information over the years. “The Dairy Of A CEO” hosted by Steven Bartlett has a new episode, discussing fertility with Dr. Natalie Crawford, a fertility expert https://youtu.be/w8h4qksd6Yw?si=_W1BhH28Dw31Iwv-

In the contemporary landscape, women have embodied greater autonomy and enlightenment and deliberately invested time prioritizing personal fulfillment however that may manifest in our individual lives. However, it's crucial to remain vigilant and informed about our bodies and reproductive health; unfortunately, we have a biological clock.

I will list some interesting facts I found astonishing and extremely helpful information to be aware of. The episode is highly complex and dense, I employ you to watch the entire episode, it is incredibly informative for both men and women.

• Women are born with all of the eggs they are ever going to have in their lifetime.

• Men produce 200 to 300 million sperm in a day and 1500 a second.

• Men need to ejaculate about every 1 to 3 days to increase the chances of fertility.

• During puberty, we have about 500,000 eggs remaining. At the age of 37, we have about 20,000 eggs left.

• Only 5% of women had children over the age of 30 in the 70s; now 25 to 30% of women have children over the age of 30.

• The chances of miscarriage for women between 35 to 40 years of age are 25%. The chances of pregnancy at 35 are 10 to 15%, and at 40, it is 5%.

• The rates of infertility have increased. Statistically, 1 out of 8 women struggled with infertility; now, 1 out of 5 women.

• Global fertility rates decreased from 4.84 life births per woman in the 50s to 2.23 in 2021 and are expected to reduce to 1.59 by 2100. Currently, in the US, the average is 1.3.

• Smoking and alcohol can decrease egg count and egg quality. In men, low sperm counts, motility, and quality.

• If your partner smokes marijuana, there is a higher chance of miscarriage due to DNA damage.

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