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Pads vs. Tampons

WE TRIED IT! Playtex Sport Tampons

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Leaks are bad...whether you're outing your BFF's crush, hemoraging motor oil from your hoopty, or drooling profusely after a trip to the dentist.

But, here's some good news, ladies: I have found the solution to at least one very common leak!

Drumroll, please...

Enter PLAYTEX SPORT! Possibly the most amazing tampon on the planet. Sure, it may seem silly to get all psyched over a "feminine protection" product. But I love these things, from the preppy pink-and-green box to the positive quotes ("Shake Your Moneymaker" ... "At Least You Can Still Go Swimming" ... What's HIS Excuse?") on the wrappers.

For two months now, these tampons have made my mid-period trips to the gym totally trauma-free! (Well, except for that evil kickboxing teacher.) I can vouch: That "360-degree design" the manufacturer hypes on the box really rocks!

xoxo,

jessica b.

p.s. Before you ask...no, this is NOT an ad. But, if the peeps from Playtex happen to read it and send a lifetime supply for my G-Blog girls and me, I won't complain, LOL. =)

WE TRIED IT! Got a product (body, beauty, electronic, etc.) you want us to try before you buy? Let us know!

PERIOD PEACE Got some great femme-protection products to suggest? Just feel like venting about PMS? Leave a comment!

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hey.. so i have an awesome product for you...
ALWAYS INFINITY!
TOTALLY try it out!
its awesome and you dnt feel wet all day becuase it has abosorbant dots so it absoards quicker

Glitterglam5 on 3/18/2010 8:31:10 AM

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if i have a heavy flow and i use super tampons then how long should i wait to change it? thanks xoxo

Hey girl, usually you're supposed to change your tampon every four to six hours.

Lauren R.

seaturtle2442 on 3/13/2010 3:29:19 PM

I've always used pads, but they leak all the time, and I'm sick of it. I tied tampons twice and the didn't hurt when I put them in or when I was wearing them, but they hurt like crazy to take out. Do you know why? and how can I stop it?

sarahrocker on 3/5/2010 3:49:12 PM

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ok so im going swimming soon and ive never used a tampon before but wat is the best kind to use to stop leakage?? and also i use a maxi super pad so wat kind of tampon should i get???? plz help

fieldhockeylvr18 on 1/21/2010 3:49:36 PM

I get my period for about 9/10 days, I keep running out of pads as the biggest pack I can find is 28 and I don't want to keep asking my parents for money to buy pads. Do you know if they do bigger packs? x

rubberduck96 on 1/14/2010 3:58:39 PM

These are the only tampons I use. They work so well. The wrapper isn't paper so it makes me more comfortable to use at school because opening it is silent.

DancePrincessLOL on 1/9/2010 5:14:00 PM

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okay, im due 4 my period either 2mrw or wednesday and i REALLY wna try tampons..ive had my period 4 i think about 2 or 2.5 yrs and ive only used pads...im really active so i think these wud b good 4 me..also, im scared of getting both tss and getting te tampon stuck inside me. during the summer, my mom went 2 the gyno cuz she had a foul odor 4m down there and he said she had a tampon in 4 several days, and that she ws lucky not getting tss...now im even MORE nervous!!!!i kno i hav 2 change is every 2-4 hrs or so depending on the flow, so i ges i am kinda comfy wit it..do u think its okay 4 me 2 wear tampons?also, if i changed the tampon every 2-4 hrs depending on my flow do u think ill b fine?THANKS!!!
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Hey babe,

As long as you feel comfortable wearing them and know that they should be changed frequently there is no harm in trying them out. Especially since your mom had a mishap you'll be more prone to be more careful while using them. It's normal to change your tampon every 3 to 5 hours depending on the flow.

xoxo Keltie

Keltie E.

Shmexxii_Sports_Babe on 1/4/2010 11:43:37 PM

My fav brand of pads are Kotex bcause they have a quiet wrapper so they keep my period a secret at school and other places. I also want to try Platex tampons too

bamababe78 on 12/28/2009 11:48:41 AM

I LOVE platex sport!!!
you can barley feel anything!

shopgrl123 on 12/7/2009 8:30:31 PM

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Hi, so t hanks for featuring htese. i just tried them and I think im a little biti love. but anways, like what are the chances of you getting tss? And if you leave ur tampon in for more hours are you like guranteed to get TSS? Thanks miss mod.

Hey babe, TSS is somewhat rare so no, you're not def going to get it if you leave a tampon in too long but it's best to be safe and change it every 4 hours or as needed.

katelin s.

missballetdancer on 11/26/2009 9:12:36 PM

I LOVE those things! Im a swimmer! The 360 Degree is the BEST; I also dance! So whether I'm kickin it hard in swimming on splittin it hard in dancin' these babies back me up! GO PLAYTEX!

totally_animalz on 11/18/2009 9:48:23 PM

Yes! These are great! I love them. I used them the first time I ever used tampons too! I've had my period for a year and a couple months now, and started using tampons this summer. I was really, really scared at first. But, all you have to do is relax and take a deep breath. It makes my period way easier!!! I don't feel so gross and uncomfortable now!

Love ya!

P.S. Midol is a great thing to make you feel better when your on your period. Especially with mood swings and cramps. And the more you excercise and eat well, the lighter your period is. I dance about 10 hours a week and I feel great and my period is pretty light!

lilballerina13 on 11/18/2009 2:53:15 PM

I definitely agree. These are way better than Tampax pearl. I am a swimmer and i used to used tampax pearl but didnt feel comfortable and felt like i was constantly leaking. eww. now i use playtex and no leaks and totally comfortable.

someswimmer on 11/13/2009 3:20:21 PM

im on the swim team and theses come in handy lol. i absolutly love them!

luvsdogs16 on 11/12/2009 10:01:08 PM

mod
does it hurt to wear a tampon

Hey girl! It doesn't hurt, you can't even feel it.

Eryn G.

sydneypup2361 on 11/11/2009 2:54:41 PM

I love these tampons, BEST KIND EVER!!!

lover_of_life on 11/8/2009 12:52:02 PM

Mod
i have a very irregular period and ive had this for a couple of years. i dont really feel comfortable talking to my mom or my doctor about it. what should i do?

Hey girl! You might want to talk to a doctor about your period and figure what is going on.

Eryn G.

gabbygurl! on 11/7/2009 4:32:46 PM

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Every time I have my period I get TERRIBLE cramps, and I mean terrible. One morning I was on the floor immobilized because it hurt to move. I even wear a tampon! I take 2 advils and 2 Midols, but it still hurts. Any solutions?

Hey babe,

A little light exercise like walking or stretching can help or you can try a hot bath.

xoxo Allie

Allie S.

ILoveBuck on 10/28/2009 8:01:13 PM

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if you have a heavy flow and you use a regular tampon then how offten will you need to change it?

Hey babe,

Probably about every three or four hours.

xoxo Allie

Allie S.

seaturtle2442 on 10/28/2009 7:26:53 PM

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does it hurt to take a tampon out i mean like will you feel it? also with pads at school and stuff how can you hide them so no one knows about them? because i wan't to keep my period a secret!!!

Hey babe,

You'll feel it but it won't hurt. If you have a pocket that the pad will fit into, it will be easy to keep people from noticing.

xoxo Allie

Allie S.

seaturtle2442 on 10/28/2009 6:53:07 PM

i use pads when should i use tampons my period is normal.

maxlover on 10/23/2009 3:53:21 PM

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i dont get it... i have only had my period once and i think im getting it again tomarow, and i've been trying to use a tampon but i havent go it in yet. i was reading the directions and what i dont get is how far you have to stick the applicator in. and also when is the best time to use a tampon?
THANKS!!

Hey babe, don't use a tampon unless you have your period at the time. A lot of girls have trouble at first, so if after reading the directions and trying it a couple times and it still doesn't work, consider asking your mom, older sis or close friend for some help. If you still aren't comfortable with it, stick with pads and try again later.

katelin s.

tenniischiick101 on 10/20/2009 11:21:59 PM

Hey mod,
I understand that you shouldn't wear a tampon for more then 8 hours, but what if you put one in but you think your period is done (just so you're not caught off gaurd) and you're pretty sure you won't let any blood out is it okay to keep the tampon in for longer?

Hey girl! No, its best to only leave one in for 8 hours

Eryn G.

Equestrian110 on 10/17/2009 1:16:30 PM

MOD! im scared to wear a tampon yepp i said it please help me mod tell me about them and i know u can put it in wrong then hurt to take out should i just doit during my next period Please help just explain everything to me pleeeeaaassseee thanks much!

Hey girl! If you put a tampon in and try to take it out when you don't have your period, it can hurt a bit. Just try when you have your next period. It's scary, but just relax. It's so much easier that way! Follow the directions on the box, and do not tense up! If you get it in far enough, you should feel a thing once it's in. Best, Kristen

Kristen Y.

1bum10 on 10/11/2009 8:19:16 PM

i have these and i LOVE them! i never leak and they are sooo comfy i can't even feel them! ♥

*H0t_WhEeLs* on 9/30/2009 10:33:17 PM

MOD MOD do you have to wear tampons for playing sports? i have field hockey practice and i think i'm about to get my period but i don't want to ask my mom if i can wear tampons just yet.

Hey girl! Nope, just do whatever you're comfortable with!

-Taeler

Taeler L.

mtsnow12 on 9/27/2009 10:04:48 PM

heyy

luvohiostate on 9/21/2009 5:07:43 PM

I have had discharge for about six months now and am waiting for my periods a lot of times I fell kind of wet or like something is running down my thighs but when I look nothings there am i going crazy or what

candyroxx11 on 9/7/2009 9:19:04 AM

MOD! is being really tired a symtom of m period?i already have my period, and i always get tired during and before it.

Hey girly, yep being tired is defintely a syptom of periods. Check out our period page for any info you'll need about periods!

Lynae P.

qtpie777 on 9/6/2009 2:05:24 PM

I've nevr tried these cause I don't really like tampons, but I'll try these nxt time!

volleyballgirl102 on 9/5/2009 2:52:24 PM

these are GREAT tampons. i always use them!

mariaheartsyou on 9/4/2009 10:13:39 PM

AWESOME TAMPONS! Really, I swear by them! They are so comfortable!

pointeprincess on 9/4/2009 3:40:44 PM

THESE TAMPONS ARE A-M-A-Z-I-N-G! They're easy to insert, you can't feel them, and they don't leak!

sweeto101 on 5/18/2009 1:29:01 PM

Hey Yall!

I dont use sport, but I do use Playtex Gentle Glide! Almost the same! Does the same stuff anyway!

<3's TwirlDiva

TwirlDiva on 5/15/2009 5:14:46 PM

i agree i love em

gmgirl101 on 3/10/2009 3:39:09 PM

i get exhausted,crampy,very MOODY, headaches, sore breasts and then my mom tries to talk to me about it and i get soo embarressed

GiGi on 3/16/2008 6:37:30 PM

what are your symptoms of pms?

GiGi on 3/16/2008 5:52:28 PM

thanks, a pet pig is so wierd

bella on 3/16/2008 11:57:07 AM

mod!!!!!!!!!!
my friend got a pet pig. i totally hate him but she thinks that i like him. she always makes me play with him how do i tell her that i dont like her pig???

Just dont play with it, you dont have to be mean about it, but just say I am uncomfortable around the pig. xoxo JANA

bella on 3/16/2008 11:36:13 AM

thanx mod

libby on 3/16/2008 11:33:24 AM

mod!!!!!!!!!!
i have a new bf but idk how 2 tell my fam about it.
what should i do????????!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hey! Congrats! I would start by talking to Mom first about how much you like this new guy and how great he is. Then eventually let her know that you're boyfriend and girlfriend. Parents want to know a little bit about a guy before he becomes your bf
<3 Laura

libby on 3/16/2008 11:32:36 AM

that is so totally wierd

lizzy on 3/16/2008 11:31:01 AM

mod

is it possible 4 libbys friends mom 2 get her period when she waz 17?

Yup it definately is xoxo JANA

lizzy on 3/16/2008 8:49:37 AM

libby on 3/16/2008 8:47:07 AM

Clueless,
you should ask a mod.

SugarFrost on 3/15/2008 5:16:09 PM

Glitterous- The anonymous comment that says "Glitterous" is from me. Sorry.
♥

squeeners on 3/15/2008 5:11:44 PM

wat is a yeast infection?

Clueless on 3/15/2008 3:41:13 PM

HEY EVERYONE!!!!

GiGi on 3/15/2008 2:39:03 PM

eyhay iay oday! 'upsay? miay oredbay. utbay miay noay pringsay reakbay!!!! wesomeaay. histay siay unfay.

More Pig Latin for yalls!

mollypop on 3/15/2008 8:04:01 AM

Oesda oneanya owkna igpa atinla? If ouya oda, easepla itewra ema ackba.

That was Pig Latin.

Glitterous on 3/14/2008 7:36:38 PM

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