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tampon problems for the 4324532th time =(
i've tried putting in a tampon and asked multiple times on here for help. i just can't do it, but i love swimming and i absolutely hate pads and i feel like whenever i have my period i cant do anything. so my problems are like when i put it in, it doesnt really go in and im afraid to push it harder cause what if its the wrong hole or what if it gets stuck or something? then it hurts to pull it out, it just scares me alot and i get so nervous. can anyone please help me, in like COMPLETE details, i won't get grossed out i promise i just need all the help i can get cause im having a pool party and im expecting my period =/
thank youu.
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Sorry your having trouble, i never did even my first time so hopfully i will be of some help. First off i suggest platex gentle glide they are so easy to put in not to sound gross but they just slide right in versus the tampax cardboard which i find harder adn more painful to put in. Second off putting it in with your leg up or squatting makes it easier, make sure you completely relax or that will make it much harder to get it in. And you also said it hurts to pull it out? That usually happened to me when i was pulling it out before it was ready- i hadnt had it in long enough and it was still pretty dry adn therefore painful to pull it out. You can leave them in for a while depending on how heavy you bleed so try these tips and see if they help good luck
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Women's Health has a great article on how to insert a tampon. [Link](Mouse over link to see full location). I'll paste it below. I hope it helps.
"Here's How:
1. Relax! Try not to worry about inserting the tampon right the first time. If you are tense it will make insertion harder.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. Hold the tampon applicator in your right hand if you are right-handed, or left if left-handed.
5. Use your thumb and middle finger to hold the bottom of the larger, outer tube.
6. Point the tip of the applicator toward your vagina, facing slightly towards the back. The smaller tube should be pointed away from your body.
7. Use your other hand to open your vagina.
8. Place the tip of the applicator at the opening of your vagina.
9. 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.
10. With your thumb and middle finger still on the outer tube, release the smaller tube and let the strings dangle freely.
11. Gently pull the two tubes out together.
12. Dispose of the applicator according to the manufactuer's instructions.
13. 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:
1. 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.
2. Always read the manufactuer's instructions throughly before using any type of tampon.
3. If the tampon feels uncomfortable it is probably not inserted far enough into your vagina. Try again with a new tampon."
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