How can I properly insert a tampon?

Question

I've worn tampons before, but sometimes I can still sort of feel it. Are you supposed to feel the tampon inside of you? Also, any suggestions on how to properly insert a tampon?

Answer 1

You shouldn't feel it at all. If you feel it, it means it isn't inserted far enough.

How to insert a tampon: (http://womenshealth.about.com/cs/azhealthtopics/ht/How_Insert_Tamp.htm)

"Relax! Try not to worry about inserting the tampon right the first time. If you are tense it will make insertion harder.

The best time to practice inserting a tampon is during the heavy part of your period. The tampon should glide inside your vagina easily without any discomfort.

Decide if you prefer to insert the tampon standing or sitting. If sitting is your preference, sit on the toilet. If you want to try standing, putting one foot on the bathtub helps.

Hold the tampon applicator in your right hand if you are right-handed, or left if left-handed.

Use your thumb and middle finger to hold the bottom of the larger, outer tube.

Point the tip of the applicator toward your vagina, facing slightly towards the back. The smaller tube should be pointed away from your body.

Use your other hand to open your vagina.

Place the tip of the applicator at the opening of your vagina.
Gently push the smaller end of the applicator in until it is completely inside the larger outer tube. This pushes the tampon into your vagina and out of the tube.

With your thumb and middle finger still on the outer tube, release the smaller tube and let the strings dangle freely.
Gently pull the two tubes out together.

Dispose of the applicator according to the manufactuer's instructions.

When you are ready to remove the tampon, gently pull the withdrawl strings down and forward. The used tampon may be flushed down the toilet.

Tips:
Lubricating the rounded end of the tampon with a water-based lubricant such as K-Y Jelly can make insertion easier the first few times. Don't use petroleum jelly.

Always read the manufactuer's instructions throughly before using any type of tampon.

If the tampon feels uncomfortable it is probably not inserted far enough into your vagina. Try again with a new tampon."

Answer 2

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How can I properly insert a tampon?
I've worn tampons before, but sometimes I can still sort of feel it. Are you supposed to feel the tampon inside of you? Also, any suggestions on how to properly insert a tampon?

Answer 3

There are directions inside the box. If you don't have them here are some tips. First, choose the correct tampon for your flow and age. I always used regular tampons before I had children but you will have to experiment with that. Next, to put it in, relax your muscles. Its hard to put in a tampon when your tense. Also, the tampon will not get lost inside of you. The farthest that it can go is your cervix, which is closed. Insert the tampon in as far as you can get it in and still hold on to the bottom of the applicator which holds the tampon. Then push the tampon in with the plunger part of the applicator. The farther you put the tampon in the more comfortable it will feel. Also, I don't like to use tampons on really lite flow days. It makes me feel scratchy. Just use pantyliners on those days. Hope this helps.

Answer 4

You should not be able to feel a tampon if it is inserted correctly. The instructions that come with your tampons are usually quite good in explaining.
If you can still feel the tampon, then next time you insert one try to push it in a bit further, you will soon learn how far you need to push it, and don't worry you can't push it in too far, your cervix is too small for that.

Answer 5

You should not feel it. If you still feel it you did not insert it far enough inside of you. The easiest way is to sit on the toilet with you legs spread. However, you can also stand up and prop one leg up on a tub or toilet and insert it that way. Just make sure you are putting the applicator almost completely in before you start to push the tampon in.