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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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UGH, I just tried 4 or 5 times, and I just can't get the feel of where of it goes.
It all feels the same down there. I'm not feeling another spot for it to go once it's in there...

by cookiemonsterxox on 5/13/2011 10:56:19 AM

 
 

MOD (Yet again....)
How much of angle do you have to do? (I know everybody's different though). Also, how big of an area do you have for the tampon to actually go in? Is it big enough that you could still put the tampon in at different angles, or is small enough that once you get the right angle, you'll know it?

 

It's about a 45 degree angle, and the area where the tampon goes is large enough that a tampon can be inserted in a variation of angles. It's just about it at the right angle so it feels comfortable to you.

 

danielle D.

danielle D.

by cookiemonsterxox on 5/13/2011 10:05:52 AM

 
 

MOD
Well, my first attempt at a tampon didn't work.
It started sliding out, so I had to take it out.
Which bring me to another question:
What do you do with it when you're done with it?
Obviously you throw it away, but you're not just going to throw in a used tampon.
I figured you'd just put it in the wrapper of your new one, but I used a Kotex U (Click), so the package was way too small to fit the tampon back into.
So I tried wrapping it up in toilet paper, but it soaked right through.
Luckily, I had a pad wrapper that I wrapped around it.
But what are you supposed to do with them?
Also, I only had it in for about an hour, but it was already pretty bloody when I took it out. It definitely wasn't soaked, but I'd say atleast half of it was soaked. Does that mean I need a more absorbent one, or is that normal? (I was just using regulars)
(Again, really sorry for all the questions. I just really want to use tampons, and want to make sure I get it right next time)




Hey girl, you may need to use a heavier tampon at the beginning of your period or change it more often. As for disposal, wrap it in the wrapper and maybe reinforce it with toilet paper, then toss it in the trash can.

xoxo 
Alyssa B.

by cookiemonsterxox on 5/12/2011 10:19:49 PM

 
 

MOD
I just tried inserting my first tampon.
I got it in and everything, but it feels a little uncomfortable.
It doesn't hurt, but I just feel like something's stuck up there (well, not stuck stuck; and yeah, obviously there IS something up there).
I know everyone says if it's uncomfortable, it's not in right, so I was wondering, do you think mines in wrong, or is just because it's my first one?




Hey girl, I'd think it's just because you're not used to the feeling. Know the first few times it's more or less a trial and error game. You'll get it right and used to it -- as long as it isn't painful, it sounds like you've done it right.

xoxo 
Alyssa B.

by cookiemonsterxox on 5/12/2011 9:21:09 PM

 
 

MOD (Sorry for all the questions. I just want to make sure I'm fully prepared and ready for when I try them for the first time). I read something, and wanted to see if it's true: "Do NOT store tampons in the bathroom where you bathe. It will absorb the heat and moisture and make you more susceptible for Toxic Shock Syndrome." Is that true? I've always kept pads (so I was planning on keeping tampons in the same place) under the bathroom counter, in our bathroom (which is where my brother & I shower). But is that true? If your tampons are in their wrappers, in a box, in the cabinet, could they really absorb the heat and moisture? If it is true, where else could I keep them? It seems a litle inconvenient to have to keep them in my room, or like the hall closet...

 

Hey girl. It's not a problem to keep your tampons, along with your pads, in your bathroom counter. It's actually a good idea to keep them together so that when you quickly need to grab one, you'll know exactly where they are.

kara g.

by cookiemonsterxox on 5/11/2011 12:35:40 PM

 
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