Can you wear tampons after giving birth?

Question

i was told you shouldnt but then i was told it was okay i had my baby about two weeks ago

Answer 1

No. You shouldn't use them until your 6 week check up(at least). Your cervix has to shrink back, and using tampons could push bacteria into it, causing a nasty infection. Grats on the baby.

Answer 2

Wearing Tampons After Giving Birth

Answer 3

Considering tampons being pushed into place can transport bacteria into the vaginal canal with them it's not a good idea so soon after giving birth... Your uterus is getting rid of alot of post pregnancy left overs (so to speak) and is prone to an infection right now due to the stress and work it did just recently... Inside your uterus you have an open wound where the placenta was attached it is a warm moist enviroment a perfect breeding ground for any bacteria that found it's way inside... It only takes a bit of bacteria entering to cause a massive infection don't chance it this early on..

Check with your ob/gyn before using tampons in the meantime continue to use pads...

Answer 4

No, for two reasons.

#1.) As others have indicated, with your cervix still open (which it is at two weeks), the bacteria you introduce by inserting a tampon can (and probably will) cause an infection. Trust me, you don't want to be dealing with that!

#2.) Normally, a tampon cannot get "lost" inside your body, because it can't go past the vaginal opening. The cervix blocks its way.

However, right now, your cervix is wide open. So it would actually be possible for a tampon to work its way PAST your (wide open) cervix and into your uterus... while carrying that bacteria that has already been mentioned.


Trust your doctor on this, not whoever told you it was OK.

Answer 5

Bleeding Vaginal discharge after birth is called lochia. It is a combination of the sluffed uterine lining and blood. The lochia usually changes from bright red, to pink, to whitish over the course of several weeks. It is very common for the bleeding to stop and start intermittently as well as to contain clots. Decrease your activity if you notice an increase in the amount of bleeding, as this is a signal for you to slow down and rest more. Use sanitary pads instead of tampons until you have your first menstrual period after birth or until your health care provider advises otherwise. Vaginal bleeding after a cesarean birth will usually be less than after a vaginal birth.

Answer 6

The area that the tampon fits into is stretched during child birth, if you had a c section than it is fine to use a tampon as usual. If you had a natural birth be aware that you may need a bigger size of tampon to make up for the stretched area. Also change more regularly than usual to avoid infection. But if still unsure just use a pad.

Answer 7

I myself never did,due to stitches on the inside,but i guess that would totally be up to you,but i think for caution,i would consult your Doctor first if you haven't tried the tampons yet.Your body is still trying to recover from having your baby and i am sure you are aware of the flow of your cycle right now,so that is another reason that i probably wouldn't use them at this point,you wouldn't want to mess your clothing up.Again it is totally your call though.Good Luck and best wishes on having your baby.

Answer 8

No it is not okay, wait at least 6 weeks to allow everything to heal. Tampons trap the blood and mucous, you'd be creating a breeding ground for bacteria.

Answer 9

The only contra-indicator that I can think of is if you had an epidural, and it's still healing, the act of placing and removing the tampon may cause additional trauma to that area. Otherwise, I don't see any reason not too...be sure to change it regularly...but that's true for the alternatives (pads).

Answer 10

no u should let everything heal up good before u insert one in. they have fibers and stuff on them to help absorb, but the vagina is still very raw after birth, give it about 2 1/2 more wks. congrats on the new baby