Scarleteen

I don't about other areas, but where I live shaving pubic hair is something that is considered sexual. I am afraid to shave mine for fear of my parents finding out thinking I am with some girl. When really I just want to shave it because it stinks.

Hi WingsofRazgriz,

What you do with your body hair is really up to you, and if your parents were to find out I would tell them what you told us.

When you say "it stinks" - do you mean just that you don't like it, or that it literally smells? The pubic area should not have a bad smell no matter how long your pubic hair is, and shaving is not a solution to whatever is causing it to smell. If you're worried about odor in that area, talk to a doctor about it. You could also try wearing a different type of underwear (plain cotton is best) or using a different kind of soap.