They feel there is something missing from those who have been infibulated. But the taboo is so strong. It's the culture and nobody will change it. It is an acutely embarrassing subject for Somali women. The only comment by Ibaq, who is a university graduate, is she agrees with the practice.
Somali women are some of the most freest spirited in the world, and yet they are so oppressed.
They have the lowest calorie intake but the highest output of work.