Does birth affect the vagina?

Does stretching during birth cause irreversible damage to the vagina?

Although it might not come up in polite company, this burning question clearly deserves attention. 

A midwife gives a balanced and thorough answer – it's all about what your body is designed to do and how to protect yourself from being damaged.

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(Joanne Hart, Health24, January 2011)