Generic – O.B. PROCOMFORT Mini Tampons (16 Pcs)

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These applicators might be more comfortable or easier to insert. However, because they’re made of more expensive material, they can also be more expensive than cardboard or applicator-free alternatives. Extendable applicators Modibodi is an Aussie company offering reusable and wearable period products in various styles and sizes. Its period underwear is designed to be a sustainable alternative to disposable options in the market. The brand's products are made of breathable materials, such as bamboo, wool and microfibre. They are machine washable as well. Tampons must be changed every 4 - 8 hours or more often if needed. A tampon can be worn at night for up to 8 hours, just put in a fresh one before going to bed and remove as soon as you wake. It has also been reported for some women and girls when on their period and using a tampon so that’s why it’s very important to know what the symptoms are. It’s actually really, really rare and it’s unlikely you’ll ever experience it or even meet anyone who has as there are less than 40 cases in the UK per year. However, in a few cases it can be fatal, so is something you need to know about. Here are the warning signs you should be aware of: If used properly, you can't feel them,” says women’s health expert Jennifer Wider, MD. They also tend to be less messy than pads or menstrual cups, says Jessica Shepherd, MD, an ob-gyn in Texas. "Tampons can help decrease heavy bleeding accidents,” she says—especially if you pair them with a pantyliner.

That said, it shouldn’t deter you from using a tampon if you’ve never engaged in penetrative sexual activity. Try starting out with lighter absorbency tampons, and work your way up from there. You experience pelvic pain You’ll know the tampon is in place when you can no longer feel it. If you still feel it, you may need to push it further into place. The type of applicator matters, too. While Dr. Shepherd says you can try out different kinds of applicators to see what feels the most comfortable for you, plastic applicators are known for being a little easier to use. Tampons can certainly stretch the hymen, but this isn’t always the case. Not all people are born with intact hymens, so plenty never “break” or “pop” at all.

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Plastic applicators are usually more soft and allow you to have slightly more control over where the tampon goes,” Dr. Greves says. Cardboard applicators and no-applicator tampons are better for the environment, but Dr. Greves says they’re "usually a little more difficult to use," especially for beginners. “A slim, small plastic applicator is usually what I recommend for a beginner,” she says. The Best Tampon Brands For Beginners Never insert two tampons at the same time. If you need more protection you can use a higher absorbency sized tampon. Some girls find that if they give a little cough just as they are about to insert the tampon, this helps them find the right position inside the vagina for the tampon to sit.

If you’re nervous, talk to a doctor or other healthcare provider about your reservations and what your best move is. You’re using tampons for the first time There’s also this to consider, per Dr. Wider: “Some people who use tampons without applicators complain that they can feel the tampon, or it won't go in all the way.” Lil-Lets SmartFit™ Non-Applicator tampons (lite), gently expand all the way round for great comfort, fit and protection against leaks. They are very smooth, with a rounded tip, for easy and comfortable insertion, and being small and discreet, means they don’t take up much space in your handbag! Lil-Lets Smartfit™ Non-Applicator tampons (lite) are also a great option if you’re looking to reduce plastic waste; these applicator free tampons contain up to 97% less plastic* than Lil-Lets applicator tampons.

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Absorbent core: viscose (no chlorine bleach), Cover: mixture of polyester/polythene, String: mixture cotton/polyester, Wrapper: cellophane.