Help I have a swimming problem?!

Help I have a swimming problem?

I am going to italy on thursday and there is a pool...I am expecting my period about 5 days into the trip..I usually use pads but I need to use a tampon to swim I am jsut kinda scared it wont work..how do I get over the fear and a horrible embarassment.

having your period is totally natural. just relax while inserting a tampon. i suggest using the directions in the box. try getting light tampons for easier insertion. when you have the tampon in you can't even feel it. it's totally comfortable. and nothing will go wrong. trust me i just started using them to, and i was scared b/c you know middle of summer, and pools. but once i got over my fear and just tried it, and worked perfectly fine, and now i dont even wear pads anymore! just relax and be comfortable. don't be afraid to tell someone like a friend or a parent, that will understand. they will help you feel more comfortable!

GOOD LUCK GIRLFRIEND!