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How Do I Use a Tampon?

 
 

Where do I insert a tampon? I have not had my period yet but I do not want to ask my mom. Please help!

-Tampon Troubles
 
Dear Tampon Troubles,
 
Inserting a tampon for the first time doesn’t have to be a mystery—especially when you have help. Everyone finds it a bit confusing the first time, and then it’s like brushing your teeth or anything else. I asked my mom for guidance and she was totally happy to help.
 
When the time comes, it may not be so bad to ask your mom for some tips—after all, she’s been doing this for years. But there are directions in the box of tampons, and possibly even a diagram. The directions will probably say to insert the tampon at a certain angle, but keep in mind that our bodies are all different, so you should try different angles until you get it lined up correctly to go in without pain.
 
All you’ve gotta do is insert the applicator, holding on to the top half, and push the bottom half in (that pushes the actual tampon into your vagina) and then pull out the cardboard or plastic applicator . Make sure the string is hanging out of your vagina so that you can pull it out again. You can also use a tampon without an applicator, but that may be trickier for the first time.
 

If you do feel pain, don’t force it. Maybe you want to start with pads and work up to tampons. And asking for help is not as terrible as it may seem!

BY LINDSEY SILKEN ON 10/11/2010 7:00:00 AM

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HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I have gymanastics later, and even though my period just ended (like the day before yesterday) i got it again!!!! Is that normal? Also, i dont have any pads/tampons in the house, my parents are at work. Help! I dont want to stain my undies!

Hey girl,

It might have slowed down but not been completely over yet. I would call your parents and ask what you should do -- maybe you could borrow one from a neighbor or friend close by.

Meghan D.

by Teddy.bear123 on 9/14/2012 7:06:12 PM

 
 

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I really want to use tampons, because i swim, dance, skate, and do gymanastics. But i've alreay tried a couple of times and it still wont go in. When i try to insert it, it hits something, and it makes my 'down there' hurt a lot. What am i doing wrong? Is there a proper position your supposed to be in? Thanks

 

 

Hey girl, make sure you go at an angle when you put it in. That might solve the prob. Check out these articles for more advice. I think they might help. http://www.girlslife.com/post/2011/04/19/Tampon-trouble-It-still-hurts.aspx

http://www.girlslife.com/post/2010/12/21/I-cant-get-the-hang-of-tampons.aspx
Lauren I.

by Teddy.bear123 on 9/14/2012 1:40:46 AM

 
 



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PLEASE HELP! I'm scared
Yesterday i went biking with my friend, and we went over this big bump, and uhm my 'down there' started to hurt. And when i came home there was blood in my underwear. Its not my period though. Help what happened?

 

Hey! I can tell you want I think it is, but I also think you should talk to your doctor about it to be sure. I think your hymen may have broken. Don't worry, there is absolutely nothing to worry about. This happens once to most girls, and after it happens you don't need to do anything, you're fine. Wikipedia defines the hymen as a membrane that surrounds or partially covers the external vaginal opening. It forms part of the vulva, or external genitalia. It can tear during horseback riding, biking, like in your case, or a first experience with intercourse. There is a small amount of blood when it tears, but after that there's not much to worry about. I'd like to re-emphasize that I am not a doctor and am only giving my unprofessional opinion from the information you gave me. I hope this helps!


Helen S.

by swifty#1 on 9/8/2012 2:12:31 PM

 
 




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I reccently got my first period, and i cant stand seeing the blood! It makes me feel sick and nauseous, is there any way to stop that? Thanks

 

Hey Teddy.bear123, mhmm you might just have to get over this one girly. You're going to have to see blood while you're on your period. But one thing that may help you is not to see the blood as gross and icky. Instead look at it as helpful to your body. Without bleeding your bod wouldn't be able to create a new lining for your stomach, since the old lining sheds with the flow of blood. Hope this helps! Xoxo 


Lynae P.

by Teddy.bear123 on 9/6/2012 11:57:39 PM

 
 



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i've had my period for multiple years now (i don't remember exactly. i'm 15) and i've never used tampons. my mom doesn't like them because you have to put them in, you know, there. so i always use pads...but i've had spills plenty of times. i want to try tampons, but i seriously don't think my mom will let me, especially since i'd have to get a whole pack of them. what should i do?
thanks
katy

 

Hey chica! Talk to your mom about it with the facts: tampons are goo for sports, more comfortable (once you get used to them) and are safe if used the right way.  If you give her the low down on what you want, she might come around.  If not, you'll have to follow her rules until you don't live in your house anymore. God luck! xoxo 


Kate G.

by katnip97 on 8/24/2012 1:11:54 PM

 
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