Question 25: Do tampons hurt?
Today's question comes from Curious, who says she's curious about tampons. She's not alone, tons of girls send us questions about tampons. Why? Well, it's a strange concept at first. I mean I know I was like - say, what? I'm going to put that WHERE?
But the good news is that, when used properly, tampons are a good thing. Here's what Curious wants to know.
Dear PLS,
Do tampons hurt??? i am just starting puberty and i ride and love to swim...
Curious, 10
No need to worry. With tampons, you want to follow these rules:
1)Stay calm.
2)Ask for help from someone who knows how to use one (your mom, sister, etc.).
3)Buy the right kind for you. Slender ones are best for girls starting out.
4)Only try to insert one when you have your period.
5)Remember that tampons should be removed and changed every four hours or so.
6)Don't let your period stop you from swimming and riding!
And if you need more convincing, check out this popular post about whether you really need a tampon for swimming. The answer is a big YES!
Can you wear a pad in the pool?
Any other encouragement about using tampons?
Think pink!
Jemma
But the good news is that, when used properly, tampons are a good thing. Here's what Curious wants to know.
Dear PLS,
Do tampons hurt??? i am just starting puberty and i ride and love to swim...
Curious, 10
No need to worry. With tampons, you want to follow these rules:
1)Stay calm.
2)Ask for help from someone who knows how to use one (your mom, sister, etc.).
3)Buy the right kind for you. Slender ones are best for girls starting out.
4)Only try to insert one when you have your period.
5)Remember that tampons should be removed and changed every four hours or so.
6)Don't let your period stop you from swimming and riding!
And if you need more convincing, check out this popular post about whether you really need a tampon for swimming. The answer is a big YES!
Can you wear a pad in the pool?
Any other encouragement about using tampons?
Think pink!
Jemma
posted by Jemma at
11:31 PM
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Dont worry its no big deal
I was a little worried myself, but I figure, If my mom shows me how to put it in, I'll be fine.
i feel your pain too, curious! i am starting puberty too, and i love to swim! i didnt get my period yet, so i hope i can swim alot. and one question. what if your . comes when you are in a pool? will the blood show? and if you are riding, how will the horse feel?!
Well, I was surprised when I found out where it goes but I really don't think it will be a big deal when I get my period. I mean, no one would be selling these things for so long if caused as much pain and discomfort as people think. I only hope mine comes before summer. I have been blooming just a bit,I have had discharge for almost 4 months,and because my mom started growing all at once, I should have my period by my birthday this spring.
my friend uses one. she says the only time you really know that its there is when you put it in and take it out.
Can I go swimming when I have my period?
My mom says no, but when it's 90 degrees outside I want to go swimming everyday
yes, you can Ashely, you just need a tampon.I would ask your mother and if she says no maybe she has different ways and won't let you where one until your "old enough". I don't really understand the whole story about why she says no but maybe I'm on the right track. If it's cause your not "old enough" then you should state your argument calmly. If she lets you wear a tampon then, problem solved!
Tampons only hurt if you dont insert them right. Ask your mom on how to help you with them but never put them in unless on ur period! <3
I have never tried using a tampon before, so I do not exactly know what to tell you.
However, based on what others say, tampons do not hurt at all! Isn't that great?
Anyways, I think some school restrooms have tampons and pads you can buy that are only a quarter. Just make sure you buy a slender one!
Get your mum to help you and guide you before you do anything. Make sure you read the instructions aswell before putting one in. If your period is light and you dont want to use one just use a pad.
Hope this helps xx
No tampons don't hurt they onley hurt if they are used wrong.
I tried using a tampon once, I hated it! I probably just didn't put it in right.
When I first started my period, I was to scared 2 use a tampon. But actually, once I tried it, it was fine! But if u dont put it in right it can hurt
you're not the only one curious! i'm scared to use tampons too!
Ehhh, i'm 15 and i wear them ALL THE TIME!!! I love them! I just think of them as something else (wink,wink) inside of you! It's just getting you ready for the future... ;)
I have had my period about 6 months now, but I'm still really afraid of tampons and my BFF (doesn't have her period yet) invited my to her birthday pool party when I'm usually on my period..HELP, someone??? Do I tell my friend I can't come or face the music...
honestly i am 10 too and i wear tampons becuz u also have my period and i do not think they hurt they kinda feel like lil pillows i get always but just find the right brand 4 u ask mom to make some recomendations i recomend always ps tell ur mom y
to help
applu
y the pad get wingless btw they do NOT hurt
I WANT TO STAY YOUNG!!! THE PBBS I COULD LIVE WITHOUT!!!
Do you have to ever wear a Tampon? I dont really go swimming much so will i ever really need one? SOMEONE PLEASE HELP!
Just ask your mom to help you and stay calm. It won't hurt one little bit!
@ Anonymous, no you don't. Tampons are just something you wear on your period, like pads, but tampons go inside of you. So if you don't want to wear tampons, you don't have to.
Hope I helped!
~Kelsey ;)
Does anyone know good ways to keep conversations with guys going?
Any tips?? I got my period this week and I've heard all of the normal stuff from books but r there any tips that isn't in a book??
I know it's hard when you start out, buy if you just relax when you put it in and take it out, it won't hurt and you'll be fine. :) After a few months of using a tampon it WILL get easier. I promise. I've been using tampons since I was in 4th grade...so for around 5 years. You girls will be okay. :) My mom helped me the first time and we used a mirror so I could see what was going on. Love, kitty
no not really they may feel weird at first but in no time you wil;l not even no its there like my mom said relax and i might not even hurt a bit
Thank you so much for asking this question, I too was wondering about this subject so thank you again.
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i am freaked out by tampons and i use pads, in the winter they are fine but in summer at pool partys the pads are not cutting it any ideas?
to anonomys on feb 13 ask your mum to show you how to use tampons, or skip the party. Practice so when u have to use them you'll be ready!
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