How to inset a tampon the first time?!

Firstly some preporation;
Insert during your heaviest flow - never during very light flow.
Use lubrication - KY jelly or olive oil work fine.
Masturbate - to relax, lubricate, open and increase vaginal size.
Use cotton tampons - softer than rayon tampons so easier to insert.
Use non-applicator - smoother tips, less complicated and more control.
Use lowest absorbency - best to start with, and usually thinner.

The best tampons to go for are Cottons - http://www.cottons.com.au - they sell these in Boots stores, look for the lightest absorbency.

To use tampons first wash hands and get into a comfortable position, unwrap the tampon and get the string hanging down, hold the tampon in one hand while your other hand holds open your labia.

For non-applicator then insert as far as it'll go aiming towards the bottom of the back. For applicator insert the outer tube into the vagina as far as it'll go, then use index finger to push the inner tube all the way into the outer tube to push the tampon into the vagina, once in remove the applicator. To remove the tampon pull sting gently but firmly, wrap up and bin - never flush!

The most important thing is to relax, if you are tense your vaginal muscles will tense-up making insertion difficult, you'd essentially be forcing the tampon into the vaginal walls, where as if relaxed the vagina should allow the tampon to go in without too much discomfort.

It's normal for tampons to be uncomfortable or painful sometimes because tampons are dry and absorbent, where as the vagina is moist and delicate, so they do cause friction and splitting in the walls of the vagina, chemicals in commercial brands can also cause irritation. If it hurts when moving then it's not in far enough, remove and try again later with a fresh tampon.

Precautions with tampon use;
Change every 4-6 hours, do not use overnight, during light flow days, or during a vaginal infection, always use lowest absorbency, alternate with pads, wash hands before use.

If there are problems don't panic, just try again later or use something else.

Menstrual cups are a better option as they're safer and more hygienic so no risk of TSS or infections, they thus can be worn with any flow for 12 hours including overnight and before your period. Cups are better for swimmers as nothing shows outside the body, they lessen cramps, don't absorb water, can be used with light flow, and don't leak like tampons. If in the UK get a Mooncup - http://www.mooncup.co.uk/wc.php?u=1741

Buy the smallest size you can, with a plastic applicator. Wash your hands and unwrap the tampon. You can sit on the toilet and spread your legs or squat. Use one hand and hold the lips open. Insert the tampon until your hand is right against your body. Push in the applicator thing. Take out the plastic. It might take a few tries.

http://www.youngwomenshealth.org/tampon.html


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