but tampons hurt. ):?
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try using the slender or the lite ones sometimes they have ones for teens.  make sure you use ones that have a plastic applicator.  I find that only tampax compacts work for me but the problem with those are that you can't buy the lites separately they only come in the multipak.\ntampax pearls are okay too, they too have the plastic applicator. look at the package insert for instructions, they also have diagrams too, that would be the most help\ndefinitely do NOT keep trying and trying... just make sure you get it in far enough or else you'll still feel it\nif you keep trying it will begin to get dry in there and feel really painful\nif you've done it wrong, take it out and put a pad on and try again later.\ndon't try it when you're not on your period, it really helps if you try it when your flow is heavier\nif you're having difficulties, make sure you're relaxed and you can even put a bit of lubricant on the tampon if necessary \nI'd get the tampax compact multi-pak and start out by using the lites and then try the regular, discard the supers though (that's what I do all the time, well not throw them out, just give it to a friend or something).  I've had a lot of discomfort trying out different tampons too.  You just have to find the right one for you.
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They're normal to me except when I do my track workouts. They kinda hurt when you run, but if you put on a sports bra, you are good to go. Vaginas are awesome, but it sucks when we go through that time of the month.
596599
tell her about what is happening to her body and show her how to use a tampon. It is easy! be careful. good luck
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I wear a pad and use a tampon. That way the tampon fills up, and a little bit gets on the pad. But be careful, you shouldn't wear tampons for more then 8 hours.\n\nYou can also buy extra long pads (they should say 'overnight' right on them), or consider buying a heavier absorbancy pad.\n\n:)
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there really is no 'best' when it comes to choosing these things , its all a personal preference. as for me i prefer the tampons for day activities and then pads for night/sleeping or when sick. :)
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This is actually a very good question and you have nothing to be sorry about as far as asking it. Periods differ from person to person, I have some good periods and some bad, bottom line is you learn what is best for you as far as how horrible they are, for me I cannot wear tampons I find they make my cramps much worse so I wear pads.
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Tampons can hurt if they are put in incorrectly as too low down or put into the wrong hole it can be painful, pains similar to very bad menstrual cramps, if this is what is happening simply remove the tampon and try again at a later time.\n\nOften nerves affect tampon insertion, your vagina naturally stretches and expands there is also lubrication in the discharge and menstrual flow to help insertion, but if you are nervous this will make the muscles in your vagina tense up making penetration difficult. You may want to look at the following article, it is about painful penetrative sex, but much of the information and advice is also valid here as it is primarily about painful vaginal penetration and how to resolve the problem so explain why this can cause pain - http://www.scarleteen.com/sexuality/owtowow.html\n\nIf your hymen is in tact this may also make tampon insertion difficult, the hymen breaking can be painful for some girls, where as for some girls there is no pain at all or the hymen breaking can even be pleasurable. If your hymen is in tact this may be what it causing you pain so you may want to wait until you are older to use tampons. If you don't know if your hymen is in tact you can look by sitting comfortably and using a mirror to look at your vulva (external part of your genitals) to see the vaginal opening. The hymen is different from girl/woman to girl/woman but usually if in tact it will look like a ring of flesh around the opening to your vagina, where as if broken it will look like flaps of skin around the vaginal opening. There is a good site that shows images, not photos, of the hymen so you know what to look for here - http://www.healthystrokes.com/hymengallery.html\n\nTampons can also be felt even when put into the vagina correctly as tampons are dry wads of material it means that they can cause friction burns and drying of the vaginal walls, chemicals within commercial tampons can also cause irritation or allergic reactions. The string can be felt, many women find that when it moves about during the day it can become painful as the string can pull tight between the inner labia (inner lips) of their vulva (external genitals) acting like cheese string - ouch. \n\nTampons expand, widthways expanding tampons can contribute to bloating feeling during menstruation and length-ways expanding tampons can expand into the already sensitive cervix, tampons also pose health risks meaning that the decrease in vaginal health can contribute to menstrual health problems such as heavy menstrual flow or menstrual cramping.
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If I were you I would stick to wearing pads.Although tampons are convenient and less messy tampons can cause an infection if they are left in too long, also your body needs to flush itself so my personal opinion is to stick with the pads, maybe until your a little older.
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That is not a weird question at all.  \n\nTampons are the ideal solution for active girls who play sports and especially swim, and even for other girls they are MUCH more comfortable than pads, they are cleaner than pads, and much more environmentally friendly than pads. \n\nTampons do not hurt, and they are not at all uncomfortable, though sometimes girls are a little bit uncomfortable with the idea of inserting them at first.\n\nOne way to get past your fear of using a tampon, is to become better acquainted with yourself.  Some time when you are not on your period, but before your next period, and when you have some time to be alone, take a few minutes to explore and see what the whole area is about.  This is something that is essential for any girl.  \n\nGet comfortable, use a hand mirror, and with your other hand spread yourself open and look around.  It is not dirty, or ugly, or wrong in any way, it is your body, you should know what it is about and how it works.  When you are comfortable, slip a finger inside a few inches.\n\nNext time you have a period, you will be ready to give a tampon a try, and will have a good idea what sort of experience to expect.  It is different, but it is not bad.  Honestly a tampon is WAY better than a pad ever was.  Don’t feel bad if you don’t get it quite right the first few times you try it – it can take a bit of practice.  Just keep trying until you get it right.  When it is right you won’t be able to feel it at all.\n\nUsing a tampon with an applicator is easier at first, but I think the OB without the applicator is easier, more comfy to put in, and much better for the environment.  You will have to pick for yourself.\n\nWhich ever one you get, follow the instructions on the box, and do not leave it in for longer than the instructions say is safe.
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tampons.......I hate that gush of blood you get when you use pads if you've been in one position for a while then move, or when you sneeze.
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This could be caused by a vaginal infection. As others have suggested, check with your gyn - sex should not hurt.
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Yes & they are painful.
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Wear your tampon. You will be fine. I know you will be able to change because you cannot hold pee for 8+ hours
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You're guess is as good as mine. Why wear a pad at all when you can wear a tampon instead?
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Yes, i'm like that with pain relief when I'm on my period. just try and wean yourself off them. if you don't you may do your body some serious damage.
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Tampons do not hurt, and they are not at all uncomfortable, though sometimes girls are a little bit uncomfortable with the idea of inserting them at first.\n\nOne way to get past your fear of using a tampon, is to become better acquainted with yourself.  Some time when you are not on your period, but before your next period, and when you have some time to be alone, take a few minutes to explore and see what the whole area is about.  This is something that is essential for any girl.  \n\nGet comfortable, use a hand mirror, and with your other hand spread yourself open and look around.  It is not dirty, or ugly, or wrong in any way, it is your body, you should know what it is about and how it works.  When you are comfortable, slip a finger inside a few inches.\n\nNext time you have a period, you will be ready to give a tampon a try, and will have a good idea what sort of experience to expect.  It is different, but it is not bad.  Honestly a tampon is WAY better than a pad ever was.  Don’t feel bad if you don’t get it quite right the first few times you try it – it can take a bit of practice.  Just keep trying until you get it right.  When it is right you won’t be able to feel it at all.\n\nUsing a tampon with an applicator is easier at first, but I think the OB without the applicator is easier, more comfy to put in, and much better for the environment.  You will have to pick for yourself.\n\nWhich ever one you get, follow the instructions on the box, and do not leave it in for longer than the instructions say is safe.
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Some pains down there during your period are normal.