Hold the tampon in one hand with the grip – middle of the tampon – in between your thumb and middle finger. Keep your index finger on the end of the thinner tube, where the cord extends. Using the tip of the tampon, open the folds of skin on your vagina and slide the entire barrel inside, angling towards your back.

Can you pee with a tampon in? Yes. You don’t need to change your tampon every time you pee, although you might want to tuck the string into your vagina or hold it out of the way so you don’t get urine on it.

Putting a tampon in your vagina shouldn’t be painful, but it may hurt if you’re not relaxed. You might find it’s easier for your muscles to relax if you insert a tampon while lying down. You can also try using slender or “light” tampons.

One of the reasons so many girls and women are scared of trying a tampon is because they don’t know how their body parts work. And that’s a completely valid reason because unlike boys, your reproductive system is inside your body where you can’t see it. But you can see your vulva using a mirror.

The bottom line. While it’s generally safe to sleep with a tampon in if you’re sleeping for less than eight hours, it’s important that you change tampons every eight hours to avoid getting toxic shock syndrome. It’s also best to use the lowest absorbency necessary.

It’s common to use different things at different times during your period. For example, someone may use tampons during the day and pads at night. You can also wear period underwear, a pad, or a pantyliner (a thin pad) while you’re using a tampon or cup, for backup protection in case of leaks.

Tuck your pads or tampons in a small bag before school. If you can’t have the bag or case with you in class, keep it in your locker or put it in your backpack. You can grab it on your way to the bathroom. You might also be able to tuck a small tampon or pad into a large wallet, a change purse, or your phone case.

Tampons are very safe when used correctly. You can begin using tampons as soon as you have your first period, but it’s okay to be nervous about using a tampon for the first time. Learn a little about tampons to see if they’re the right fit for you. Remember, there is no right choice when it comes to period protection.

Cleaning your hands. When changing your tampon,you should always wash your hands before and after changing it.

When you first use a tampon,read the directions carefully.

As mentioned before, most women use a Regular absorbency tampon. If you want to start with the smallest size tampon until you figure it out though, we recommend trying Tampax Pearl Light, it’s slender, easy to insert, and is designed for smooth removal on your lightest days.