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How do you make a tampon more comfortable?

How do you make a tampon more comfortable?

The first step is to figure out if you prefer using a tampon with an applicator or without. We'd recommend August tampons which have a BPA-free plastic, long, smooth, rounded tip applicator made fo...

How do you make a tampon more comfortable?

The first step is to figure out if you prefer using a tampon with an applicator or without. We'd recommend August tampons which have a BPA-free plastic, long, smooth, rounded tip applicator made fo...

How often should I change my tampon?

How often should I change my tampon?

You will get to know your regular flow with more practice, but changing it more often is always better! With tampons, changing it every 4-8 is recommended. This will prevent leakage but also Toxic...

How often should I change my tampon?

You will get to know your regular flow with more practice, but changing it more often is always better! With tampons, changing it every 4-8 is recommended. This will prevent leakage but also Toxic...

Will using a tampon break your hymen?

Will using a tampon break your hymen?

Yes, a tampon could 'break' your hymen but it's nothing to be too concerned about. Usually the hymen (which is just a thin little layer of skin) is worn down gradually so by the time you put a tam...

Will using a tampon break your hymen?

Yes, a tampon could 'break' your hymen but it's nothing to be too concerned about. Usually the hymen (which is just a thin little layer of skin) is worn down gradually so by the time you put a tam...

Should I be able to feel my tampon inside of me?

Should I be able to feel my tampon inside of me?

Not necessarily, everyone is different, but it should fit comfortably if inserted correctly. They are made to be put inside the upper part of the vagina, the furthest away from the vaginal opening....

Should I be able to feel my tampon inside of me?

Not necessarily, everyone is different, but it should fit comfortably if inserted correctly. They are made to be put inside the upper part of the vagina, the furthest away from the vaginal opening....

How to feel confident on your period.

How to feel confident on your period.

February is the month of love…not just with a partner, but loving YOURSELF! Here’s 5 tips to feeling confident on your period. #AskAugust 1. Forget about the shame & stigma...

How to feel confident on your period.

February is the month of love…not just with a partner, but loving YOURSELF! Here’s 5 tips to feeling confident on your period. #AskAugust 1. Forget about the shame & stigma...

Is it true that I should go to the OB/GYN after my first period?

Is it true that I should go to the OB/GYN after...

Going to the OB/GYN may seem like a very mature adult thing to do…but we’re here to ease some of that worry! Dr. Heather Irobunda (she/her), MD OB/GYN, an expert...

Is it true that I should go to the OB/GYN after...

Going to the OB/GYN may seem like a very mature adult thing to do…but we’re here to ease some of that worry! Dr. Heather Irobunda (she/her), MD OB/GYN, an expert...

How to Use a Tampon: A Guide for First Time & Regular Users

How to Use a Tampon: A Guide for First Time & R...

Using a tampon for the first time can be scary, we get it! But we’re here to teach you ‘Tampons 101’: a guide to all of your tampon related questions. Trust...

How to Use a Tampon: A Guide for First Time & R...

Using a tampon for the first time can be scary, we get it! But we’re here to teach you ‘Tampons 101’: a guide to all of your tampon related questions. Trust...

How to Use a Pad: A Guide for First Time & Regular Users

How to Use a Pad: A Guide for First Time & Regu...

If you’re getting started with using a pad, here’s everything you need to know. Wait – what is a pad and who invented them? Photo from Good Black News. A pad...

How to Use a Pad: A Guide for First Time & Regu...

If you’re getting started with using a pad, here’s everything you need to know. Wait – what is a pad and who invented them? Photo from Good Black News. A pad...

Should I be scared of TSS?

Should I be scared of TSS?

Let’s talk about TSS! Before we scare anyone – like a normal health class teacher might – we want to be clear about the severity of TSS. Although at its...

Should I be scared of TSS?

Let’s talk about TSS! Before we scare anyone – like a normal health class teacher might – we want to be clear about the severity of TSS. Although at its...