sadly, I just turned 17 and have never used a tampon. I am embarassed. I have no clue how to insert them or anything. I don't have a woman figure in my life to ask and pads are pretty self explanatory. I am going to Florida in a couple days to go swimming and to Disney, unfortunately, that is also when I get my period. What is the best brand for swimming, and does the string show if you wear a bikini?
2007-06-23 08:05:03 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous Girl 3 in Health ➔ Women's Health
I know exactly where you are coming from. I had no idea how to use a tampon and was going on vacation with a friend and I was so scared. Anyways, now I use tampons a lot. I personally like Tampax Pearl. They have a plastic applicator so they go in smoothly. If you have a moderate to heavy discharge I would go with a super to super plus. I also wouldn't leave them in longer then 4-6 hours because then you might leak.
The easiest way to explain how to put one in is to sit on the toilet with your legs spread as wide as you can. Grasp the tampon so that the end with the string sticking out is away from you and the end with the opening where the tampon comes out is facing you. The applicator and tampon are kind of torpedo shaped and you hold it at the base of applicator where it narrows. Usually there is a symbol on here and it looks like it's got grippers for your fingers. Grasp with thumb and middle finger and place your forefinger where the string is coming out of the cylinder part. Insert into your vagina until your fingers are touching against your body. Then, while still grasping the applicator with your middle finger and thumb, push with your forefinger on the cylinder part and you can feel the tampon coming out of the applicator. Push with your forefinger until it is touching your middle finger and thumb. Next, pull the applicator out with your middle finger and thumb. If it's in correctly you shouldn't be able to feel it. However, it usually takes a couple tries to get it right especially the first time. If it feels uncomfortable pull it out, get a new one and try again. I would suggest trying this a few days in advance of going on vacation, even if you don't have your period yet, just to get the hang of it. Just don't leave it in if you have your period. And don't try more than 3 in 15 minutes or it can dry out your vaginal canal and it can be painful to put another in.
2007-06-23 08:19:58 · answer #1 · answered by Sarah 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Theres directions in the box EXACTLY how to use them. If you can feel it, its not in far enough. Um if you swim the string shouldnt come out unless maybe you wear a thong but i should hope you dont at disney maybe roll it into a ball or something? Change it every few hours to be sure it isnt too full and wont come out on your swimsuit. Just make sure you use high absorbency. You will be fine though once you get the hang of it and you'll be glad you did!
2007-06-23 08:10:17 · answer #2 · answered by amy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your period is light, you can try junior tampons. Tampax makes them and they are really small. You may want to get some KY jelly to put on the applicator to make it go in easier. When I first started using them, i did that and it helped a lot. They aren't uncomfortable at all, but when you're new at it, you get nervous and it makes things more difficult. Just try to take your time and relax. But, the directions on the box are perfect to go by.
2007-06-23 08:45:44 · answer #3 · answered by streenbeen 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
im 21 and just started wearing tampons.i just bought tampax pearl tampons @ walmart for real cheap they worked good for me but since i never used them b4 i was paranoid that i was bleeding because i was swimming i couldnt tell and i was worried the string would come out my bikini it didnt thankfully. dont be embarrassed that you have never worn a tampon.i personally dont like them.read the instructions in the box they really help i had to read them like 5 times and i ask my friends about them too.
2007-06-23 08:27:26 · answer #4 · answered by ~~~~ 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Each box has instructions. Read them. As far as the string, just make sure it is tucked into the bathing suit. Have fun!
2007-06-23 10:31:56 · answer #5 · answered by catsmeowjrk2000 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
string wont show at all. do you have a female friend who can help you with the inserting. i like tampax but since your a first time try any with a plastic applicator
2007-06-23 08:09:01 · answer #6 · answered by kleighs mommy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Can't go swimming with your period what a crock
2014-10-02 09:59:41 · answer #7 · answered by Kira 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah u can go swimming with a tampon the bottum of the suit will cover it. just don't wear a thong no no.
2007-06-23 08:16:04 · answer #8 · answered by KERRI AKA KNIGHT RIDER GIRL RWF4 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just follow the directions on the box.
2007-06-23 08:07:48 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋