If it's inserted correctly, you shouldn't feel anything. But if you don't insert the tampon far enough, it might feel uncomfortable. To make it more comfortable, use a clean finger to push the tampon farther up the vaginal canal.
Why can I feel my tampon, then? The most likely reason is that you didn't push your tampon in far enough when you inserted it. Not to worry – simply use your finger to push it in a little further. If that doesn't fix it, just take it out and try again with a fresh one.
Insert it as far as your middle finger and thumb, at the grip – or middle – of the applicator. Once the barrel is comfortably inside, hold the grip and push with your index finger on the smaller tube to push the absorbent part of the tampon into the vagina. Push this until it meets the grip and your other fingers.
You shouldn't even be able to feel your tampon inside you, no matter what position you are in. I suspect your tampon isn't inserted deep enough and that's why you are feeling it when you sit down.
A tampon may hurt the first time you try to insert it, but it shouldn't be bad. You shouldn't feel it once it's in, so if there still is pain or discomfort, you may not have inserted it correctly. That's okay, like any new skill it may take practice to get it right.
If you successfully put in a tampon but feel discomfort after walking around a bit, you may not have inserted the tampon deep enough. When your fingers are on the grip of the applicator, they should come into contact with your skin before you push the tampon out of the applicator.
Be sure to push the plunger all the way in so the tampon goes up high enough and then you won't feel it at all. You'll know the tampon is in right if the applicator comes out easily and comfortably, if you don't feel the tampon once the applicator is removed, and if there is no leaking.
Know that a tampon can't get too far up. Why? Because your vaginal canal is approximately eight centimeters in length and dead ends at your cervix (the end of your uterus). If for some reason you cannot find a tampon string, simply inserting a finger or two should help you locate it to pull it out.
The applicator usually consists of two tubes, one inside the other. Take the tampon in one hand and gently insert it into the vaginal opening (string side down) until you reach the small indentation on the applicator's side, about halfway up.
Use smaller tampons
If you're struggling to insert a tampon, make sure you're trying the smallest size you can first. Even if you have had sex before, you may simply have a smaller hole down there that the tampon has to get through, so give it the best chance by choosing the smallest size.
The main things you need to do are: get in the right position and, of course RELAX. The muscles of the pelvic floor are very strong, so if you're not relaxed, it will be very hard to put the tampon in. Get to know your body. Get a mirror and have a look where the tampon is going to go before you start.
Why does my tampon leak? Typically, a leaky tampon means you've left your tampon in for too long, or you're using the wrong absorbency. Be sure to change your tampon every 4-6 hours.
Keep in mind: Dry tampons that haven't absorbed as much blood, or those that haven't been in for very long, can be more uncomfortable to remove. This is a normal feeling because they aren't as lubricated as tampons that have absorbed more blood.
One of the main reasons why your tampon can feel some obstruction is because your vaginal muscles tend to tense up and stop anything from passing through. While most of the time, that feeling of “hitting a wall” can be helped via pelvic relaxation exercises, sometimes the underlying issue can be a tad bit more serious.
Yes, it's fine to wear a tampon in the bath or shower. If your period is light at the time, you might find that you don't need one for the few minutes that you are in the bath or shower. Most of the time, blood won't leak out.
“We typically recommend that you change your tampon every four to six hours, though many people will change them more frequently if they're experiencing a heavy flow,” Youngblood says. “Definitely do not leave the same tampon in for longer than eight hours, which is when your risk goes up.”
Many girls find it helpful to either sit or stand while inserting a tampon. Some prefer to stand in a squatting position, while others find it easier to insert a tampon while sitting on the toilet.
When your period flows out of the little hole in the cervix, it tracks along the side of the tampon rather than the central top area so the blood only appears on one side of the tampon. No worries!
You should never wear more than one tampon at a time. Doubling up on tampons increases your risk of Toxic Shock Syndrome, or TSS. If your flow is very heavy, wear a tampon with a higher absorbency and change it more frequently. Or use a sanitary pad as extra back up.
Tampons are more likely to leak than pads because they can't always absorb all the blood flow. Pads are better at absorbing blood, making them a good choice for people who are worried about leaks. However, it may mean you have to change them regularly.
The beginning or end of your period
The flow of blood is slower at the start and end of your period, meaning it takes longer to exit your body. The longer it sits in your body, the more time it has to oxidize, causing it to turn brown.
People change their period products for different reasons, not just because they're always full, so there's not an exact answer here. However, 3-6 products per day (pads or tampons) is normal. If you're using less than that, you may not be changing them enough for health and hygiene.
When you pull out a dry tampon, the absorbent fibres can feel very rough making it uncomfortable or sometimes even a little painful to remove. But don't worry, you can't seriously hurt yourself by removing a dry tampon.
Leave a tampon in for no more than 8 hours before removing it. Never reuse or reinsert a tampon. Only use a tampon for menstrual bleeding. You cannot use a tampon for vaginal discharge.