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Bebinn t1_ixlv5kg wrote

There is a learning curve to using tampons. And being upset from the ordeal didn't help. Do yourself a favor and practice with them. You'll figure it out quickly. Don't let one experience stop you.

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LadyOfLindens t1_ixmfv26 wrote

One thing to add to this comment though is that while it is nifty to know how to use tampons and using them more often tends to make getting them in next time easier, don’t feel bad (@OP) if you end up feeling emotionally unable to do tampons cuz that seems fairly normal. I only used them for several years myself and one of my closest and longtime friends used them almost always (swim team back in our school days) and we both never use them anymore cuz they’re just… they just take it out of you in a way other options don’t.

But the learning curve is very real and having a better grasp on how to put them in is a good skill to have if only to a minor degree.

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papa-hare t1_ixo3izh wrote

Meanwhile I think whoever invented tampons deserves the Nobel prize. Other than menopause I can't think of any better options, it's as though I don't have a period at least for the few hours between changes! They're amazing.

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