Wash your hands
Unwrap the tampon
Get into a comfortable position
Hold the tampon at the grip area
Relax your muscles
Separate the labia with your free hand
Aim the tampon toward your lower back
Gently insert the tampon into the vagina
Push it in until your fingers touch your body
If it has an applicator, push the inner tube to release the tampon
Remove the applicator if used
Make sure the string hangs outside the body
If it feels uncomfortable, remove it and try again with a new tampon
Wash your hands again