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Tampax Pocket Radiant tampons provide up to eight hours of protection

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- __Q: How long can I wear a tampon?__  
- A: When using tampons, it's important to choose the lowest absorbency necessary for your menstrual flow. And because the amount of flow varies from day to day, it's likely that you will need to use different absorbencies on different days of your period. Selecting the right absorbency comes with experience, but as a guide, if a tampon absorbs as much as it can and has to be changed before 4 hours, then you may want to try a higher absorbency. On the other hand, if you remove a tampon and after 4-6 hours white fibre is still showing, you should choose a lower absorbency.

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Tampax Compak Regular tampons offer protection and discretion for light to medium flow days during your period. Tampax Compak tampons come with a compact and discreet plastic applicator and a rounded tip for comfortable insertion. With absorption channels to absorb directly to the core and a protective skirt to help prevent leaks for a worry free period. Tampax Compak tampons have been gynaecologically tested. They have also been independently tested for harmful substances by Oeko-Tex. Trusted leak free protection to let you do whatever you like. Tampax Compak’s best tampons for light to medium flow absorbency.

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__So, what's a ‘normal’ cycle anyway?__

First of all, stop thinking about normal. Every girl is different. What’s important is that you find out what’s normal for you; a period [tracker](/en-gb/period-tracker-and-calendar/) will help you to do just that. All cycles are unique, but between pre-period, period and ovulation, there are a few things we all have in common: 

__Pre-period__

The dreaded [premenstrual syndrome](/en-gb/period-health/what-is-premenstrual-syndrome-pms/). Some common symptoms of PMS are headaches, bloating, irritability and crying more than usual. In other words, that urge to sit on the couch in joggers with a tub of ice cream and cry over ‘The Notebook’. We’ve all been there. 

It’s common to experience PMS in the three days leading up to your period. And just so you know: diet, caffeine and [stress](/en-gb/period-health/stress-and-period/) can increase the intensity of PMS symptoms. 

While these symptoms can be painful and uncomfortable, the good news is there are ways to help manage them: 

- Resist the urge to have an extra cup of coffee 
- Take an over-the-counter painkiller 
- Use a hot water bottle. 

__Period__

This is the start of your cycle and when bleeding begins. But why do we bleed in the first place? Since your egg wasn’t fertilised, your womb lining sheds and leaves your body. Thus, blood. 

Here are some facts about periods: 

- Healthy periods generally last between four and seven days, with the heaviest days being the first and second 
- An average cycle is 28 days, but can range from 21 to 35 days (to work yours out use a [period cycle tracker](/en-gb/period-tracker/)) 
- Bleeding usually amounts to somewhere between 10-80 grams, or 1 to 6 tablespoons of fluid (not that we’re measuring, but it’s good to know for keeping track of tampon changes). 

See your doctor if you find yourself bleeding through six or seven regular tampons a day, or if you’re on your period for more than seven days. 

__Peak ovulation__

This is the time when you’re ovulating and at the highest risk for pregnancy. This fertile time lasts about six days. In a 28-day cycle, ovulation typically occurs on day 14. 

__How to track your period__

To calculate your period, you'll need to count the days in between your last few periods. Start counting on the first day of your period and stop counting on the day before your next period. This is the number of days in one menstrual cycle. Do this for a few cycles, then add up the total number of days and divide them by the number of cycles. This will give you the average number of days in your cycle, and once you know this number, you'll be able to track your period easily. 

Have more [period questions](/en-gb/period-health/period-health/signs-and-stages-of-puberty-for-girls/)? We have answers. 

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Up to 100% Leak & Odor Free Protection that fits in your pocket. Discover Tampax Compak - tampon small in size for protection on the go.

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Tampax Pocket Radiant Tampons have a smooth applicator with an anti-slip grip designed for incredible comfort, while the LeakGuard Braid helps stop leaks before they happen. The CleanSeal Wrapper makes them easy to dispose of, no matter where you are.
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__Why should I use a period tracker?__

Do you wonder each month when your period is due? Using a [period cycle tracker](/en-gb/period-tracker-and-calendar/), like our [Tampax period tracker](/en-gb/period-tracker-and-calendar/), can give you a heads up so you’re never surprised when that time of the month rolls around. You’ll know exactly when to expect it. When you track your cycle with a period [tracker](/en-gb/period-tracker-and-calendar/) and know when to have tampons on hand, you can face every day with greater confidence. 

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Tampax Pearl Regular Applicator Tampons

Tampax Compak Super Plus tampons offer protection and discretion for heavy flow days during your period. Tampax Compak tampons come with a compact and discreet plastic applicator and a rounded tip for comfortable insertion. With absorption channels to absorb directly to the core and a protective skirt to help prevent leaks for a worry free period. Tampax Compak tampons have been gynaecologically tested. They have also been independently tested for harmful substances by Oeko-Tex. Trusted leak free protection to let you do whatever you like. Tampax Compak’s best tampons for heavy flow absorbency.

Try Tampax Pearl Compak, Tampax' best option for comfort and protection across Tampax line up.

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- __How long can I wear a tampon?__  
Tampax Pocket Radiant tampons usually last four to eight hours. But it’s important to pay attention to the absorbency rate on different days of your period. If a tampon reaches full absorption in less than four hours, you may need a higher absorbency. If there is still white fiber showing after four to eight hours, you may need to lower absorbency. Use for a maximum of eight hours.
- __What makes Tampax Pocket Radiant different from Tampax Radiant?__  
Tampax Pocket Radiant compact tampons offer the same protection as Tampax Radiant tampons, but are small enough to fit in your pocket. They're a full-size tampon in a smaller extendable applicator.

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LeakGuard Braid in Tampax Pocket Radiant tampon helps stop leaks before they happen

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If it’s your first time Tampaxing, we’re here to help! Putting in your first tampon can feel intimidating, but once you learn how to insert a tampon, you’ll find it’s not as weird or scary as you thought it would be. 

## Will the tampon fit? 

Firstly, remember that your vagina is stretchy enough for a baby to fit through, so a tampon is nothing to worry about! Tampon sizes are based on the amount of fluid they absorb. If you’re not sure what tampon size to start with, try Regular – most women use this absorbency. If you want to start with the smallest tampon until you figure it out, try the Light absorbency. If your tampon leaks in just a few hours, go up a size. If your tampon is uncomfortable to change, go down. You can [compare tampons and their sizes based on your menstrual flow here](/en-gb/tampon-truths/which-tampon-sizes-do-you-need/). 

## Will it hurt to put in a tampon? 

It can definitely feel a bit strange, especially if it’s your first time inserting a tampon. The good news is that it doesn’t have to hurt – you are totally in control. If it’s hurting, there are things you can do to make it more comfortable. Keep reading! 

## Steps for how to insert a tampon 

### Step 1: Wash your hands 

It’s always a good idea to wash your hands with soap and water before and after you insert a tampon. 

### Step 2: Get out your tampon 

Unwrap your tampon and make sure you know how it works. If you’ve never really looked at a tampon, it can look intimidating, but the tampon itself is actually inside the applicator. Tampons with applicators make it easy to insert the tampon into your vagina. Some tampon applicators are plastic, and some are cardboard, but both types of applicator tampons can be used safely. The applicator has a larger, outer tube that holds the tampon, a ‘grip’ area where you hold it, and a smaller tube at the end where the string comes out. The smaller tube is actually a plunger that you use to push the tampon out into your vagina after you’ve inserted the applicator. Have a look at this diagram of a Tampax Pearl applicator tampon to see each component.

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If you’re using a Tampax Pocket Pearl tampon (which is in a smaller, more compact package), you’ll have to pull the plunger out until it clicks to make it work. If you don’t hear the click, the plunger won’t work to release the tampon from the applicator. 

### Step 3: Locate your vagina 

We know you know where it is, but so many people have never really looked closely enough to know its exact position. Grab a mirror and take a look to make sure you’re familiar with your vaginal opening and where the tampon will go. 

### Step 4: Get comfortable and ready to put the tampon in 

Find a comfortable position that lets you relax and still reach your vagina. Most people sit on the toilet or stand while slightly squatting to insert a tampon, but you can also try lying down or propping one foot up on a step or another raised surface (e.g., the edge of the bath). The most important thing is to take a deep breath and relax all your muscles – if you squeeze your bum or tense the muscles around the vagina, it won’t be as easy to insert the tampon. 

### Step 5: Set the tip 

Hold the tampon at the grip (the smaller part just above the plunger) and place the tip of the tampon applicator at your vaginal opening. 

### Step 6: Use the right angle 

Once the tip is in place, aim the tampon towards your lower back, not straight up. Your vagina doesn’t go straight up into your body – it actually sits at a slight angle. Finding the angle that’s right for you can help make it feel more comfortable to insert. 

### Step 7: Tip to grip 

Now you’re ready. Slowly insert the tampon applicator from the tip, all the way to the grip. When you’ve inserted it far enough, your fingers on the grip will probably be touching your vulva (the external opening of your vagina). 

### Step 8: Plunge 

Once you’ve inserted tip to grip, it’s time to use your index finger or your other hand to push the plunger all the way into the applicator and release the tampon. 

### Step 9: Remove the applicator 

After you’ve pushed the plunger in all the way, pull the applicator (both plastic pieces) out. The string will be the only thing left hanging out of your vagina. 

## TA-DA! 

You did it! Once you’ve inserted the tampon, you’re done. Keep reading to learn how to remove it. 

## A pro-tip for inserting a tampon 

If your tampon is uncomfortable and makes you feel like you need to waddle, it’s probably because it isn’t far enough inside your vagina. If that happens, just use your finger to push the tampon further up, which usually fixes it. 

## If you’re still having trouble 

The most common reason people can’t get a tampon in is that they are inserting it at the wrong angle, or they get nervous and tense the muscles around the vaginal opening. But if you’ve adjusted the angle, and you feel pretty relaxed and you still can’t get it in, you should see a gynaecologist, as it may be something that requires treatment. Usually it’s one of two things: 

## Potential complication: your hymen 

Your hymen may have a variation that makes it difficult to insert a tampon. The hymen is a thin and stretchy ring of tissue that surrounds the vaginal opening. Most hymens have a single opening in the middle that a tampon can easily pass through, but some have a very small opening or a septum (a band of tissue) that partially blocks the opening. If that’s the problem, all it takes is a very simple procedure that most gynaecologists do in the office after they numb the area, so you don’t feel it. It’s quick and easy. 

## Potential complication: vaginismus 

The other reason some people can’t insert a tampon is because of a condition called vaginismus, which is when the muscles around the vaginal opening squeeze so tight that they won’t let anything into the vagina. These contractions are involuntary, meaning you don’t control them or even realise what’s happening. Most commonly, this condition develops after an injury or traumatic experience that may or may not involve the vagina. Vaginismus is not something you can control, but it is something that can go away with treatment. Again, this would involve speaking to your gynaecologist who could potentially advise you to work with a pelvic floor physiotherapist – they can work wonders in treating vaginismus. 

## Bottom line – there's help 

If you have trouble inserting a tampon or if you have persistent pain related to insertion, you should always get medical attention from a doctor you trust. Don’t suffer in silence or be inconvenienced because it feels embarrassing. We promise you it’s not! Gynaecologists deal with these issues more often than you would think. 

## How to remove your tampon 

Now that you have mastered how to insert a tampon, it's time to learn how to remove a tampon. When it's time to remove your tampon, first wash your hands. Next, get into a comfortable position, relax your body, and use your hands to locate the tampon string. Then use your finger and thumb to grip the string and pull it slowly out of your vagina. We know it’s tempting, but please [do not flush your tampon](/en-gb/tampon-truths/can-you-flush-tampons/). Tampons should be disposed of properly in with your household waste. After you have removed the tampon, remember to wash your hands. 

That’s it! Now you know how to use a tampon. 

Check out Tampax’s new step-by-step guide to tampons and watch super helpful videos from a partnership with Tyla:

-	[Busting common tampon myths](https://www.instagram.com/tv/CP8aV5XKUTw/)
-	[Reinventing tampon instructions](https://www.instagram.com/tv/CQOitocKyuQ/)
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When it comes to your tampon, don’t settle for basic. Tampax Pocket Radiant Tampons provide up to 100% leak and odor-free protection that fits in your pocket.

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