How do you use tampons??

Question

I'm on the verge of having my first peroid and want to know what to use and how to be prepared for it... I turned 13 in September and i feel like i'm developing behind everyone else... advice would be appreciated! =)

Answer 1

for your first time just use pads,u dont even need big ones,firsts are really light and no big deal.

pads will feel uncomfortable till u get used to them but way more comfortable thn a tampon!

i still havnt got used to the idea of sticking sumthing up myself to use them yet.

Answer 2

Well don't worry, you aren't behind everyone else, actually 13 -14 is the average age to have your period. I'm 15 and only got my first period at the start of this year. And trust me it ain't anything special. But to answer your question about tampons, don't be any rush to use them, you must make sure you read all the information leaflet that comes with them. Then, if you are using an applicator one, which is probably easiest if you have never used one before. I still can't use the non applicator ones! hold it by the bottom of the applicator, with your two fingers next to your thumb and your thumb at the top of the tampon applicator, guiding it. Use your other hand to hold the entrence to the vagina open and gently slide in until your thumb touches your skin then using one of your fingers push the applicator up, you must be totally relaxed. When it is all the way in, gently slide the applicator out. If it feels comfortable/you can't feel it then you have put it in right but if it feels uncomfortable then it isn't in far enough. But it takes practice, so don't worry if you don't get it first time. There isn't any rush. If you can't get it in then try some different positions,sitting on the toilet, squatting lying down. Which ever suits you best.

Hope this helps.
And when you get it congratulations!!! Your a woman!!!

Answer 3

It'll feel odd at first, and if you dont' get them all the way in it'll feel very uncomfortable. Once they're in all the way they're not going to be noticeable.

Usually the box has instructions with pictures, but if you get one that doesn't then the first is going to be 'practice' most likely. Stand with one foot on the toilet, it gives you more room to work with the tampon. I find the cardboard tube ones are easier to put in, the ones with the plastic dome tops 'pinch' when you try to insert them. Either way, you carefully put the end where it'll slide up into you and slowly push with your hand, going down to one finger as it gets all the way there, relaxing your muscles as you do this. It'll go in to the end of the tube, you grip the tube and pull that out. That leaves the tampon inside with the string hanging out.

You can't loose a tampon inside, don't worry. If your bleeding is heavy you'll fill the tampon up in maybe 2 hours--check with toilet paper if you see any blood, it's time to pull the old one out and insert a new one. The blood wicks down the cotton string when it's too full, which can stain the underwear, so using a thin pad on them can save you from having to wash out the blood that gets there.

Actually the first 2 days are the heaviest flow days and it helps to just use a pad for protection on those days, and in the evening when you sleep too. But if you go swimming, use a tampon.

And always carry an extra one or two with you in your purse or a coat pocket, they DO come in handy in an emergency.

I started when I was 13 too, you're not behind. One of the things they never tell you is that if you take aspirin for the cramps, it's also a blood thinner which means you'll bleed heavier during those days, so use ibuprophin instead. And panty shields while you have a tampon in is just fine, but if you use pads, see if you can get the ones with 'wings' like the Always brand, it'll really save you on keeping your underwear from getting blood on it.

Answer 4

There's a little instruction paper that comes in the package. Relaxing helps, knees slightly bent helps. Make sure it's past the ring of muscles (your kegel muscles). For the first few times use a pad for backup. When it's time to change it, push your muscles out and it will remove more easily.

Personally, I preferred pads, so if you find you don't like tampons, it's fine.

You might also find a trustworthy older female you can talk to (since it appears you're not comfortable talking about this stuff with your mom). There's a lot more coming than the mechanics of it. You might find yourself craving chocolate, having big mood swings, stuff like that. We all go through it to some extent, so you're not alone. The chocolate is a good idea, if you go for the semi-sweet, because too much sugar will make things worse.

Don't worry about being behind in development. Actually, 14 is average for getting your first period, and 17 is still normal(!) I remember praying and praying for a bust, and it came in big time between 13 and 15. Be patient with yourself and enjoy your life.

Good luck.

Answer 5

The tampons come with directions in the box. If you have a small body then slim to regular should be ok, if you are a bigger girl then regular to plus should work to, it also depends on if you have a light, med, or heavy flow. They are not hard to use, but i recommend using pads more as long as they protect enough. Tampons carry a toxic shock risk, and there is a thing in the box about that too, so make sure you read the directions and warning , when you use tapmons.... Good luck on becoming a woman !!

Answer 6

Buy tampons with a smooth plastic applicator like Tampax Pearl for example. These are more comfortable to insert. Don't buy huge ones like super absorbency. Regular might be ok. You should start out with the lightest absorbency though. Sometimes they have a multi-pack available. (It says the absorbency on the box.) They can be a bit....shocking?....to your body the first time you use them, so definitely try them at home (this is also why I say to pick a light absorbency...they are smaller....once you're used to them you can use any absorbency comfortably) Don't let that last sentence scare you. I promise they don't hurt or anything.

Anyways, after you've chosen the right kind, there's a paper inside the box with instructions on how to use them.

I'll also add that it's best to make sure you don't tense your muscles or they can be harder to insert. Relax. Also, use pantiliners with them in case of any leakage.

Answer 7

I'm not sure you want to use a tampon. I don't know if they will inter fear with your being a virgin or not as I never used them till after wards. You just follow the directions on the package. Most girls start their periods about eleven and some very early at nine. You are still okay at thirteen. If it goes into fifteen, sixteen you need to see a doctor and they will start it for you. However don't stress over this being behind any one else as they don't know if you have started or not. I trust you can speak with your mom about the issue.

Answer 8

If you are still a virgin you will not be able to use tampons yet.
Stick to pads or panty shields.
If you aren't a virgin, use tampons ONLY when you go swimming. Instructions for pads (& tampons) will be in the box.
I didn't have a mom or older sister I could discuss these things with but I managed to do just fine by reading the box instructions

Answer 9

Please do not use tampons. There are lots of pads out there that are made especially for teens or small people. Tampons can damage you, especially if you are a virgin. Also, tampons cause infections that are sometimes deadly. Please be very careful, clean and safe. Make sure you wrap what ever you use and throw it away neatly, out-of-site. Put it in a outside garbage can if possible after it is used. Do not put it in a toilet or open container where it can be seen or smelled.

Answer 10

It is strongly recommended that you use pads only for at least the first couple of years. Then you can try tampons later. Ask older female relatives and friends.

Instructions for all feminine products are packaged in the product. And it's all pretty obvious.