Wash your hands
Unwrap the tampon
Find a comfortable position
Relax your muscles
Hold the tampon at the grip area
Gently separate the labia with your free hand
Insert the tampon into the vaginal opening at a slight angle toward your lower back
Push it in until your fingers touch your body or until the applicator is fully inserted
If using an applicator, push the inner tube to release the tampon, then remove the applicator
If using a non-applicator tampon, use your finger to push it in far enough that the string hangs outside
Make sure the string remains outside your body
If it feels uncomfortable, remove it and try a new one
Change the tampon every 4 to 8 hours
Remove it by gently pulling the string
Never leave a tampon in for more than 8 hours
Use the lowest absorbency that works for your flow
Wash your hands after removal or insertion