Does it hurt the first time you put a tampon in?

I want to try... because I want to swim w/o a pad......

I want to try... because I want to swim w/o a pad...

Gloria	yes, it does that is why I never tried it again.. just not for me

Cheerleader101	Um I heard it has. When i was about 6 I tried and it hurt but since me and you play sports we have to get used to it But yes it hurts based on your age and how long you have had ur period

x . . Lauren	it shouldn't unless you put it in wrong.. just follow the instructions on the packet

Andrea J	If you don't insert it properly it will. Consult another woman you trust, or your gynecologist.

alias boxer	Only if you're scared of it. If your muscles are tense, it will be hard to get it in but it probably won't hurt. For a first-timer I'd recommend getting a brand that advertises easy insertion, usually something plastic and slim. And remember, relax! You shouldn't feel a thing once it's in -- and you'll feel a lot cleaner without those yucky pads!

Boundless Brunette Is In Love	Hey Sweetie :) I'm on a swim team, and the first tampons I got when i started my period were "Tampax Lites", Since i didn't have a heavy flow, inserting a super/regular would hurt to take out. Inserting the tampon dosn't hurt, it feels a bit wierd at first, but you'll get used to it :) You can e-mail me if you ahveany more questions :) Good luck!

trag_black	It doesn't hurt. The scariest part is doing it. It just feels uncomfortable. Once you get used to it, you'll never go back to pads.

umyeachelsea	not nessesarily. if ur not a virgin it wont. but it depends. start with the smallest size of tampon first then work ur way up. it wont "hurt" persay, but it may be uncomfortable. and make sure u are doing it PERFECTLY right or IT WILL hurt

latina757princess	yeah i prefer a tampon when going to a pool but it doesnt hurt just feels weird for a while but if you keep using it you be use to it. good luck mami

Sasha	No, it doesn't hurt if you insert it properly and follow the directions, and as long as you remove it before 6 hours and use a light absorbancy it is not bad for you or worse than a pad! I say try it! Once I started using tampons I couldn't go back to pads they're so messy and diapery!! You're going to have to learn how to sooner or later. You should now so you don't have to suffer with pads any longer and let your period control you! Pads are gross!! Tampons don't have anything to do with being a virgin, you can use a tampon with no problem, I use them all the time and I'm a virgin. If you need to learn how to insert it or have any of these type of questions go to beinggirl.com and it has answers to all of this.

xmarissajeanne	it might.. it depends as long as you know how to do it, it shouldn't be bad it might feel weird like the first few times you put it in, and when you sit down sometimes it feels weird but not to the point that it hurts

cprocks7	its more of a discomfort but once its in its fine

Mrs. Cullen	hurt no, uncomfortable yes. get the slim tampons to start out with

hesperias_witch	NO! Just relax when you insert the tampon.

Bite Me ;->	no really unless it is too big.

*CeLiNe~FrEnChAdO*	no.not if you do it right.

Carrot Top	no it dont hurt at all just dont use ones with cardboard aplicators and make sure you have a heavy flow so you are nice and wet.my first time i was scared but it actually felt kinda good and odd at the same time!good luck!

ms_happy	no it doesn't hurt just don't use one that's too big try ob the only way it will hurt is if you do it wrong even then it won't hurt much just enough so you know somethings not right good luck

coolkid	its kinda akward but no pain

カジャ	Yes, you should feel a slight pinch and that is completely normal, and you will feel a little uncomfortable but after a few times you shouldn't feel a thing. Also when you buy a box of tampons they usually come with instructions, so make sure you insert the tampons right ... also don't forget to change your tampon every 2-3 hours.

hdg_vb	no it doesnt at all make sure you get the right size depending on your flow, period accidents in a pool are embarrassing.

babydolldeannas	no it doesnt

glambassist@sbcglobal.net	It doesn't hurt, but it may feel wierd/uncomfortable. Make sure you use the right sized tampon as well.... I would recommend lites/juniors. Also, get tampax pearl, I think those are the friendliest ones to use. When you put it in, just make sure to relax, as your muscles will tense if you are nervous and it will be harder to use.

arspring99	Depends, the hymen is a thin membrane inside your vaginal wall. It can already be partially torn if you're an athlete, or may be fully intact. Follow instructions on the box. Relax. Use an applicator. If you find that it won't slide in, use a KY Jelly (NOT vaseline or lotion) or similar lubricant and apply it to the tip of the applicator. You can put one leg on the toilet while standing or lie down. Just relax. If it does hurt, stop and try again later.

ily	if u use the regular size of tampons then it shouldnt be too bad

audra	not really just need to get accustom to it

amber :)	it didn't hurt me. just follow the instructions slowly and relax. dont be tense

Lynn	No it doesn't. Use the "slim" ones, it's smaller & more comfortable.

deixsaso	It doesn't hurt hurt, it may be a little uncomfortable at first, but it gets better.

Ra	no but it feels odd but it dont hurt!!

Lexi	No, not if put in right. And even then, it doesn't hurt. It may feel slightly uncomfortable. If you feel uncomfortable, take it out and try again. And only try when you are actually on your period, ok?