Okay...first of all find the most relaxed position for your body while inserting the tampon. Raising one of your legs on a footstool or on the rim of a toilet makes the process easier.
and then just follow these steps and how to insert a tampon-
STEP 1: Buy tampons that are appropriate to your menstrual flow: light, average or heavy.
STEP 2: Wash your hands with soap and hot water.
STEP 3: Remove the tampon from the wrapper.
STEP 4: Slide the applicator a few inches into the vagina (tampon side in), but not so far that you can't hold the outer of the two tubes that make up the applicator.
STEP 5: Push the inner tube into the outer tube, releasing the tampon into the vagina.
STEP 6: Slide the applicator out.
STEP 7: Make sure the tampon's string remains outside the vagina.
STEP 8: Wrap the applicator in toilet paper and throw it away. Do not flush it down the toilet.
2007-03-27 10:24:23
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answer #1
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answered by Anonymous
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If the tampons aren't fitting all the way, it could be that the size you're using it too big. Generally the regular absorbent size is going to be adequate for you, unless you're bleeding through, keep with the smallest absorbency for maximum comfort. Then insert the tampon while your squatting... like on the toilet. Take a deep breath in while you insert the tampon and let it out when you got it in. As for a heavy flow, probably you don't, your period tends to run fast after a bath because it wasn't flowing at all in the bath and the warm water will cause it to move quickly, so afterward it will seem like an endless dripping faucet.
2007-03-27 17:27:02
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answered by Dorothy K. 7
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Your flow is totally normal. Sometimes it can be just a litlle bit and sometimes it feels like its flowing and will never stop...so dont worry, you're normal. It might be easiest to start with the Lite sized tampons because those are the smallest and would be the easiest to practice with. It might hurt a lil while putting it in the first time, but once its in it really shouldnt feel like anything. If it still hurts then that most likely means you didnt put it in all the way. Look at the pictures that come w/ the box of tampons and if you follow the directions exactly it should go fine. Try standing up and putting one leg on the toilet...that sometimes works best. Good luck!
2007-03-27 17:25:27
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answered by jackie 1
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First of all if you are a heavy bleeder the last thing you want to do is use tampons, you should definitely stick to a pad. This will help with cramping and lower abdominal pain. Once your period regulates (if it does) you can try tampons again. Also if the tampon hurts you may not be inserting it in the right area. Read the instructions and try different methods. You should not feel the tampon once inserted right.
2007-03-27 17:59:23
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answered by Italia 28 3
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I will try to explain in a way its not too graphic.... take the tampon hold it between your thumb and middle finger (at the top of the bottom sleeve ... otherwise the middle of the stick) and have your pointy finger on top if the stick... DONT push down with your pointy finger on the top untill you have inserted the half of the tampon that slides into itself.. the bottom half cardboard or plastic sleeve thingy. Insert it all the way up untill your finger comes in contact with the opening edge of you vagina. Next push the top cardboard (pointy finger) all the way in untill the stick colapse into itself. pull the cardboard out and if you feel it still its not inserted deeply enough.... youll have to use your finger to shove it up even further.. sorry not too graphic))) dont pull it out untill tampon is saturated because if you ever try to pull out a dry one OMG its gonna hurt!!! The first1/3 of the vagina has nerve endings but once your wayyy in there it has no nerve endings.... so if you can feel it its too close to the outside of your body. Practice makes perfect... make sure you are using the correct absorbancy level too... hope this helps
2007-03-27 17:52:54
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answered by misspookett 4
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your blood flow sounds normal! dont worry! and try tampons like the gentle glise ones and use the small ones. dont use the ones with the cardboard applicator!
you need to change them like every 4 hours. pads can be uncomfortable. after a while your vagina will stretch out a little and make more room for the tampons. youll be fine! dont stress :]
2007-03-27 17:27:17
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answer #6
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answered by girly-girl 3
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I would suggest using a maxi pad for the time being. If you insist on trying tampons then try a different brand and use the smallest one.
2007-03-27 17:20:40
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answered by be happier own a pitbull 6
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hey i'm probably your age ; 13 or around it whatever .
but i tried using tampons but they really hurt for me unless im just doing it wrong but if you can't do it than just use pads ! pads aren't that bad and trust me it beats blood running down your leg like now. don't worry you'll be ready some time sooon :]
2007-03-27 17:55:01
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answered by EXQUISITE; 2
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I believe "playtex" makes a brand for teens... you should give it a try... and if that does not work I would suggest a different position while inserting the tampon!
Good Luck!
2007-03-27 17:23:00
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answered by Anonymous
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tampons should not hurt really bad. theyre meant to slip in and fit perfectly in your vaginal canal. you may be small, so may need to use the slimmest ones, or junior kind. you may just be on a heavy day.
2007-03-27 17:23:53
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answered by SweetDarlin' 3
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