How do you insert a tampon please pics. and websites would be helpful?
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I will try to explain this the best i can. With a tampon you should seriously get one with an applicator and read the directions on the box. Take the applicator, insert it into the vagina and oush out the tampon into your canal. Then if you can feel it youve done it wrong so you can either start over with a new tampon or try to adjust it with either your finger (clean of course) or the applicator. Then dispose of the applicator. Try going to www.beinggirl.com and looking for tampon tips.
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Here's a great site. Read the whole thing and take the quiz. I hope this helps.\n\nhttp://www.youngwomenshealth.org/tampon.html
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http://www.femalesuperiority.com/\n\nPlease don't be offended people!!!
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I use a mooncup www.mooncup.co.uk\n\nI really like it:\nYou don't have to carry anything extra with you\nMy periods are a bit lighter \nI can swim and do yoga with it (which I couldn't when using towels, at least not on the heaviest days)\nIt doesn't dry your vagina out unlike tampons\nIt works out to be much cheaper\nIt's much better for the environment\n\nIt takes a little while before you get used to inserting and removing it, but you will get used to it if you persist. I wasn't a virgin when I started using one, but the brand I use comes in 2 different sizes, and I have the larger one, you would probably need the smaller. If you have used tampons previously and are fairly familiar with and comfortable with that part of your body, you'll be OK.
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It is important to first learn how to use a tampon and then, just relax! The more you relax, the easier the insertion will be. When you are nervous, your muscles tense up, making insertion even harder. For your first time, you may want to try using a tampon when your menstrual flow is heavy; this should allow the tampon to glide in more easily. Choose the smallest size tampon for the first time. By following these simple guidelines, and those that come with your package of tampons, your first experience with tampons should be easy.\n\nSit or stand in a comfortable position. Some women prefer to place one leg on the toilet seat or tub, while others prefer to squat down. After you find a position that is most comfortable for you, hold the tampon with the fingers that you write with. Hold the middle of the tampon, at the spot where the smaller, inner tube inserts into the larger, outer tube. Make sure the string is visible and pointing away from your body.\n\n\nWith your other hand, open the labia (the folds of skin around the vaginal opening) and position the tampon in the vaginal opening.\n\n\nGently push the tampon into the opening, aiming for the small of your back. Stop when your fingers touch your body and the applicator, or outer tube, is completely inside the vagina.\n\n\nOnce the applicator or outer tube is inside of you, use your index finger to push the inner tube (the tube where the removal string is connected) through the outer tube.\n\n\nOnce the inner tube is all the way in, use your thumb and middle finger to remove the applicator or outer tube. Make sure that the string hangs outside of the vaginal opening. Later, when you are ready to remove the tampon, hold the string and gently pull it downward until the entire tampon is out. \nIf the tampon is inserted correctly, you should not feel it. If you feel uncomfortable in any way, you may have inserted the tampon incorrectly or the tampon may not be placed far enough into the vagina. If this happens, just remove the tampon and start again with a new tampon. Remember that practice makes perfect. If you don't get it on the first try, your second try will most likely be successful. Instead of getting frustrated and giving up, relax and try again!
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1)open the box\n2)remove a tampon from its bag thingy\n3)grip it on the gripper thingy...where the two parts meet (best w/ ur thumb and middle fingers)\n4)slide it in until your fingers touch you\n5)push on the end until it is all the way in\n6)throw away the other part\n note: if you masturbate or have had sex, it prob wont hurt. if you dont, it may hurt the 1st few times...start w/ slender sized.
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Besides the risk of toxic shock syndrome, I can't think of any real cons to the use of tampons.  Your mother may feel that if you comfortable inserting tampons into your vagina that you may become more comfortable inserting other things as well, including boy parts.  An old myth is that using tampons takes a girl's virginity.  This is not the case--only sexual intercourse makes a girl not a virgin anymore, but tampon use CAN break your hymen.  So can bike riding, horseback riding, doing splits and gymnastics, and various other activities.\n\nSome people say that the white tampons (most of them) contain bleaches that shouldn't be exposed to mucous membrane.  That is really up to you, though, and depends on your personal opinions as there is no substantial scientific research at this time.\n\nThe pros of using tampons?\n\n- No bulky pad showing in your pants.\n- You can go swimming without looking weird (I actually saw a girl in a swimsuit with a pad once... I never thought anyone would do that until then!)\n- Less danger of leaks (tampons can still leak, I recommend OB brand which leak less often but you still should change them every time you use the toilet).\n- Smaller product to carry around with you.\n- They're flushable, so you don't have to find a place to put them after you use them.\n- The smell is less noticable.\n- When used overnight they greatly reduce the risk of leaking all over the bedsheets.\n\nAfter originally posting, I noticed someone who mentioned being concerned about "plugging up" the flow.  Tampons do not plug anything up, they absorb the flow and you remove it every few hours when you use the bathroom.
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I would use a tampon.  At first I was scared to use them, but they are very easy to insert and very comfortable!!  As someone said before, make sure you get the slender ones.  I usually go for the Playtex Gentle Glide ones.  They are very comfortable!  And trust me, telling your dad that you are on your period is not as bad as it may seem!  My parents divorced and I lived with my dad since I was 8.. and when it came around to me starting my periods, I had to tell him because he was the one to buy the stuff for me.  Your dad already knows.  It's a natural thing.  He won't be surprised in the least.  And once you tell him about it, he won't bring it up again.\nGood luck with everything!
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Here's How:\n1.   Relax! Try not to worry about inserting the tampon right the first time. If you are tense it will make insertion harder.\n\n2.   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.\n\n3.   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.\n\n4.   Hold the tampon applicator in your right hand if you are right-handed, or left if left-handed.\n\n5.   Use your thumb and middle finger to hold the bottom of the larger, outer tube.\n\n6.   Point the tip of the applicator toward your vagina, facing slightly towards the back. The smaller tube should be pointed away from your body.\n\n7.   Use your other hand to open your vagina.\n\n8.   Place the tip of the applicator at the opening of your vagina.\n\n9.   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.\n\n10.   With your thumb and middle finger still on the outer tube, release the smaller tube and let the strings dangle freely.\n\n11.   Gently pull the two tubes out together.\n\n12.   Dispose of the applicator according to the manufactuer's instructions.\n\n13.   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.\n\nTips:\nLubricating 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.\nAlways read the manufactuer's instructions throughly before using any type of tampon.\nIf the tampon feels uncomfortable it is probably not inserted far enough into your vagina. Try again with a new tampon.\nWhat You Need:\nTampons\nwater-based lubricant
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Yes, you can still use tampons if you're a virgin....and no, it doesn't hurt if you know where to put it. Once it's in, you don't even know it's there. The only evidence is the small string that's there so you can remove it later, and that's virtually unnoticeable. \n\nIt's all in the technique, really... I've found that it's easiest to insert a tampon if you're sitting on the toilet with your legs wide apart, which relaxes the muscles in your pelvic area. The other trick is to remember to go up and back, towards the center of your body, because that's the direction of the vagina.  \n\nIt's also wise to use the lowest absorbency that will control your flow...using a tampon that's too absorbent will make it harder to get it out.
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I have two pieces of advice for you.\n\n1)  Try a different brand/size/type than what you are using.  I used to use Kotex, and they never felt quite right.  I recently switched to Playtex GentleGlide and they are so much more comfortable- I don't even notice that I'm using it!  You may also want to try using a smaller size.  Are you using a cardboard applicator?  I have found that the plastic applicators make more smoother insertion.\n\n2) When you prepare to insert the tampon, try putting one leg up on the toilet seat, or the edge of the bathtub.  For some reason, this position makes the tampon slide in with less resistance.  Once you find a tampon that is more comfortable and a better fit for your body, you may not need this position anymore.\n\nI hope that one or all of these tips will help you!  Good Luck!
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Switch brands or go to a health food store and try something that is organic. There are organic tampons available. IMO they don't work nearly as well, but they might work for you. \nI have never had a problem with pads but certain brands of tampons cause irritation from the string. Good luck.
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My word, such suggestions! Especially that one about not  having your period if you're in the water. What nonsense! Yes, using a tampon is a good thing, changing it as soon as you can after swimming to prevent any of the bacteria from the water from entering you and maybe causing some problems. There's a diagram on the box of tampons, showing you how to do it. You might get the angle wrong the first time, but you'll get it right with practice. You might ask your doctor about this too, as you might have different health concerns than most people. But, from my own experience, I've went swimming lots of times with a tampon and had no problems. Going without would be very messy, especially if you couldn't get somewhere right away to change. Hope you have fun. <*)))><
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No, tampons were designed to fit into a woman's vagina.  A man's anatomy probably wasn't even considered when the applicators were designed.  And no, having sex does not feel like inserting a tampon, which for the most part, feels like nothing at all.
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You can wear a pad and a tampon at the same time, there is nothing wrong with that.  An alternative is to wear a tampon and a pantiliner, which is smaller than a pad.\n\nSometimes tampons leak, even if you insert them correctly.  So if you don't wear something else with it just make sure to monitor how you are feeling 'down there.'
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Periods aren't that bad....I imagine you just got yours!!!  Don't worry, at first it seems really scary...but it's not!!! And don't be afraid to ask any woman for help--cuz every girl gets them \n\nHere's ho to put a tampon in:  1. Relax! Try not to worry about inserting the tampon right the first time. If you are tense it will make insertion harder.\n\n2. 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.\n\n3. 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.\n\n4. Hold the tampon applicator in your right hand if you are right-handed, or left if left-handed.\n\n5. Use your thumb and middle finger to hold the bottom of the larger, outer tube.\n\n\nVaginal dryness?\nYour body can restore itself if it gets the right support. Learn how.\nwomentowomen.com\n\nSexual Lubes & Lubricants\nWaterbased Silicone Scents Flavors Low Prices Always Discreet Shipping\nwww.lovepotions.com\n6. Point the tip of the applicator toward your vagina, facing slightly towards the back. The smaller tube should be pointed away from your body.\n\n7. Use your other hand to open your vagina.\n\n8. Place the tip of the applicator at the opening of your vagina.\n\n9. 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.\n\n10. With your thumb and middle finger still on the outer tube, release the smaller tube and let the strings dangle freely.\n\n11. Gently pull the two tubes out together.\n\n12. Dispose of the applicator according to the manufactuer's instructions.\n\n13. 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.\n\nTips:\nLubricating 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.\nAlways read the manufactuer's instructions throughly before using any type of tampon.\nIf the tampon feels uncomfortable it is probably not inserted far enough into your vagina. Try again with a new tampon.\n\n\nSource(s):\n\nhttp://womenshealth.about.com/cs/azhealt...
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Go to www.coolnurse.com/menstrual.htm.