Wash your hands
Unwrap the tampon
Get into a comfortable position
Relax your muscles
Hold the tampon at the grip area
Gently separate the vaginal opening with your other hand
Aim the tampon toward your lower back
Insert the tampon slowly and gently
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
Remove the applicator if there is one
Make sure the string hangs outside your body
If it feels uncomfortable, remove it and try again with a new tampon
Change the tampon every 4 to 8 hours
Never leave it in for more than 8 hours