To insert a non-applicator tampon, follow these steps:
- Wash your hands thoroughly.
- Take a deep breath to relax.
- With your free hand, gently hold open the skin around the vaginal opening.
- Unwrap the tampon and pull the string down from the tampon.
- Hold the base of the tampon between your thumb and index finger, grasping it as close to the base as possible.
- Use your thumb and index finger to grip it easily and hold it securely so that you won’t accidentally drop it into the toilet.
- Place your index finger in the little pocket at the base of the tampon to help keep your finger clean and protected as you insert the tampon.
- With your thumb and middle finger, get a firm hold on the tampon.
- Stand with one leg up (rest your foot on the toilet or bathtub) or sit on the toilet.
- Angle the tampon towards your lower back and insert it into your vagina.
- Push the tampon in with your index finger until your middle finger touches your body.
- Use your index finger to push the tampon inside your vagina until it feels comfortable.
- Once the tampon is in place, use your finger to adjust it if necessary.
- Make sure the string is hanging outside of your body.
Positive aspects of non-applicator tampons include less waste and more control over the insertion process. Negative aspects may include a learning curve for those who are used to applicator tampons. The materials used in non-applicator tampons are typically cotton-like fibers.
