There are times when the tampon is not going into the vagina in the right way.This can result in pain.It's a common problem to have trouble getting a tampon inside your vagina.You can continue wearing them if you learn how to insert them without pain.
Step 1: You should be familiar with your vagina.
It is possible to make sure you understand how the tampon goes into your vagina.You may be able to feel around, but you may not know what's going on.Take the time to look at your genital area to get a better idea of what goes on when you use a tampon.Take a mirror and look at your vagina to get a good idea of how it works.
Step 2: Use the one that's best for you.
There are different kinds of condoms.You can get plastic, cardboard, or tampons without an accessory.It's important to figure out which is the best for you.A plastic applicator is easier to use for most women.A slicker surface may make it easier to slide into the vagina.If you don't have a cardboard applicator, you may not be able to slide it as easily as if you did.
Step 3: Pick the right size.
There are different sizes and absorbencies of tampons because of the woman's flow.If you are experiencing pain or have trouble putting it in, you may want to go for a smaller one.Light or regular size tampons are good for you.The boxes explain the difference between the different sizes.Light tampons are the lightest.They don't absorb a lot of blood, so if you're heavier you may have to change your tampon more often.A regular tampon holds more menstrual blood, so it may be a good option.They may be too large to be comfortable.They are designed to hold blood from heavier flows.It's important to use the absorbency that corresponds to your flow.If you don't need a bigger one, use a smaller one.
Step 4: Pick up the supplies by washing your hands.
You should wash your hands with soap and water.Make sure your hands are dry.It's easy to get to the tampon if you unwrap it.Relax.If you want to relax, you can try some Kegel exercises.Release your vaginal muscles when you contract.If you want to try lubricating the tampon, you can use vaseline, KY jelly, or mineral oil.
Step 5: Your body needs to be in position.
It's helpful to get in the right position.If you want to position your body, stand with your legs and knees apart.One way to help is to stand with one foot on a stool, the edge of the toilet or a chair.If you don't feel comfortable, you can try to lay on your back with your knees bent and feet shoulder width apart.
Step 6: Just outside the vagina is where the tampon should be positioned.
You have the dominant hand.There is a smaller tube in the larger tube.The labia are the flaps of tissue on either side of the vagina.Make sure you relax.The string should be pointing away from your body because it will be used to remove the tampon later.You can use a mirror to help guide you, especially the first few times.
Step 7: The woman has a feminine hygiene product.
Push the tampon up to the point where you are touching your vagina if you place the top of the applicator at the vaginal opening.The small of your back is where the tampon should be.To push on the smaller tube, use the index finger of your hand.Push until you feel some resistance or the inner tube is completely in the outer tube.Use your thumb and middle finger to pull out the tubes.Don't touch the string while you put the tampon in because it will cause it to fall into the vaginal canal.When you are done, wash your hands.You won't be able to feel it once it's in.Pull out the string and insert a new one if you do.If you can push the tampon higher up into your vagina, you might be able to get it into a comfortable position.Pull it out and start over if this doesn't work.
Step 8: Do you have an intact hymen?
A hymen is a crescent piece of tissue that encircles the opening of the vagina.It can rip or tear during sex, but it can also be caused by injury or illness.The hymen can cause pain if it is not intact.Sometimes the hymen completely covers the vaginal opening.Sometimes there is a strand of tissue that runs across the vaginal opening.It can cause pain if this strand is there.To inquire about having it removed, you should see a doctor.
Step 9: If you tense up, you won't be able to insert your feminine hygiene product.
Women getting nervous and tense up is a common problem with the inserts.If the woman has had a bad experience, this is common.The vaginal wall is lined with muscles and can get tense.It can be painful to put a tampon in.A number of women with tense vaginal muscles have been helped by doing Kegel exercises.Kegel exercises relax the vaginal muscles.If you stopped the flow of urine and then allowed it to flow again, you would do them the same way.These exercises can be done anywhere.Try for three sets of 10 contractions.
Step 10: It's a good idea to replace the tampon frequently to prevent toxic shock syndrome.
It's a good idea to replace your t-shirt as needed.Depending on how heavy your flow is, that may be every four to six hours when you are awake.Don't leave it in for more than a day.Too long of a leave increases the risk of TSS.This has been associated with the use of feminine hygiene products.Flu-like symptoms include muscle and joint aches or headaches.Vomiting a sunburn-like rash is a symptom of sudden high fever.
Step 11: See your doctor.
You can make an appointment with your doctor to see if there is a problem if the methods to help reduce the pain don't work.It is possible to remove the hymen and allow for free flow of menstrual blood, as well as make sexual intercourse more comfortable.Minor surgery can be done in the doctor's office.The goal is to control how tense the vaginal muscles are if they are the problem.Talk to your doctor about a treatment plan if you need more help.If you have to have your hymen removed, it won't affect your virginity.Virginity is not a state of having an intact hymen.If you experience any of the symptoms, get to your doctor or emergency room.It is a serious infection that needs immediate medical attention.