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Worth noting: Like pads, you can’t use period panties when you go swimming. 4: Stopping your period if you’re on birth control Some research suggests the longer answer is—it’s a bit complicated. In one study, researchers collected 79 commercially available feminine hygiene products, and all had some level of toxic volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Another study pointed to potential associations between tampon use and elevated levels of mercury and oxidative stress biomarkers, saying tampons as a source of exposure to metals and chemicals have been “largely ignored.”

Pads and pantyliners are common alternatives to tampons and can also be used alone or with tampons to help catch leaks, points out Lauren Streicher, M.D., a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine. “Pads are the obvious choice, but they’re not workable for people who are swimming, athletic, or wearing certain kinds of clothes,” she says. They can also exacerbate symptoms in people who struggle with vulvar irritation, she notes.Tampons are one of those things that seem like NBD until you’re actually ready to use them for the first time. Then, you have so many questions like how, exactly, this whole thing is supposed to work and what tampons are best for beginners. Wendie Trubow, MD, MBA, IFMCP, board-certified OB-GYN at Five Journeys, and author of Dirty Girl: Ditch the Toxins, Look Great, and Feel Freaking Amazing!

But there’s a reason why you’re thinking about joining Squad Tampon in the first place, and it probably has a lot to do with convenience. “Tampons are a great option because they don't interfere with your outfits and they makes it easy to go swimming on your period,” says Christine Greves, MD, a board-certified ob-gyn at the Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women and Babies in Orlando, Florida. They’re also compact enough to slip into your purse and carry around all day. Still, “pads are great for flexibility and accessibility,” Dr. Shepherd says. And, she adds, “they also have options for flow.” 2: Menstrual cups and discs There may not necessarily be a best brand per se, but Stephanie McClellan, MD, the chief medical officer of the woman’s health app Tia, always recommends organic. “Intuitively, thinking about using something that has less chemicals in the process seems to be sensible to me because you’re literally putting them inside your body,” she says. The vagina is extremely absorbent. What you decide to put in it should be as pure as possible.

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Find the colored tear strip and pull. Once you’ve done that, removing both ends of the wrapper is a breeze. Once the tampon is inside of your vagina, use your index or “pointer” finger to push the tampon in. a b Kraus, Doris (7 March 2010). "60 Jahre o.b.: 'Ein Job für eine Frau'" ("o.b. 60th anniversary: 'A job for a woman'"). Die Presse. Retrieved 11 December 2016 (in German). If you have a sensitive vagina or need a hypoallergenic option, organic tampons might be worth considering, Dr. Montes says. She also suggests consulting your care provider to find the best option for you.

While there are tampon options out there, experts caution against trying to create your own tampon with cotton pads or rolls. “There could be a concern with some retained products in there,” says Christine Greves, M.D., a board-certified ob/gyn at the Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women and Babies. Meaning, some of the cotton could get left inside you where there’s a risk it could lead to an infection. Seven billion tampons are thrown out each year, and they're not going away any time soon as period products can take 500 to 800 years to decompose. Plus, the average menstruator uses around 11,000 tampons in their lifetime, which is why using organic tampons is a great way to reduce the impact on our environment. It’s a good idea to use the “slender” size tampon when you are learning how to use them for the first time. It’s also easier to insert it when your menstrual flow is moderate to heavy as this allows the tampon to glide in more easily. I’m nervous. What should I do to make inserting the tampon easier? In 2013 the o.b. brand was acquired from Johnson & Johnson by Edgewell Personal Care. [7] Products [ edit ] O.B. tampon If you can’t find your go-to brand, don’t panic: There are alternatives. “The good news is that there are more options in 2022 than ever before from menstrual cups, to period underwear to pads,” Dr. Wider says. Here’s what you need to know about each.On the other hand, Anate Brauer, MD, FACOG, reproductive endocrinologist and IVF director in Manhattan, NY at Shady Grove Fertility, says there is no scientific evidence that organic tampons are any safer.

Tampax is one of the most trusted brands in menstrual care. The company now offers a tampon that’s made from 100% organic cotton, helping some long-time Tampax fans convert to this more eco-friendly option. Tampons themselves do not cause TSS. TSS is caused by bacteria, usually called Staphylococcus aureus. When a tampon is in your vagina, it creates a perfect environment for different types of bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus, to grow. The bacteria make a toxin that causes severe illness. Younger teens are less likely to have antibodies against the toxin made by these bacteria. You will probably never get TSS, but it’s good to know what the symptoms are and how to lessen your risk. With your other hand, open the labia (the folds of skin around the vaginal opening) and position the tampon in the vaginal opening. (See picture 1.) After the invention of this new tampon, the product was mass-produced throughout the mid-20th century with the help of the Carl Hahn Company in Germany. This company, as well as the idea for the digital o.b. tampon, was later sold and eventually bought by Johnson & Johnson in 1974. In 1984, an advertisement for o.b. tampons aired on American television with the inventor Esser-Mittag. [9] The o.b. tampon now [ as of?] comes in three sizes and three absorbencies. [2] The o.b. brand continues to retain a board-certified gynecologist and research team to pursue Esser-Mittag's vision for innovative options for women. [10]Period panties are typically reusable underwear that’s designed to soak up period blood. “Period panties great as an addition to a pad or tampon on heavy flow days and can be used alone on lighter days,” Dr. Shepherd says. “They’re reusable and great to carry for convenience.”