Wash your hands
Unwrap the tampon
Get into a comfortable position
Relax your muscles
Hold the tampon at the grip area
Gently insert the tampon into the vagina at a slight angle toward your lower back
Push it in until your fingers touch your body
If the tampon has an applicator, push the inner tube to release the tampon
If the tampon has no applicator, use your finger to insert it fully
Make sure the string hangs outside your body
If you feel discomfort, remove it and try again with a new tampon
Change the tampon every 4 to 8 hours
Remove it by gently pulling the string
Wrap and throw it away in the trash
Do not flush the tampon
Wash your hands after removal