What’s better to start with – tampons or pads?

Tampons - When and Are They Better Than Pads?

A tampon works inside the body, so you can feel at ease, nothing sticks, nothing rolls up, but it is not an ideal solution - let the one who has never stained her underwear by using a tampon cast the first stone. Another great advantage of a tampon is its smell - or rather its lack - because the blood absorbed by it has minimal contact with oxygen, it does not decompose and, as a result, does not produce an unpleasant smell (if you want to learn about the smells of intimate places, read the article: Unpleasant vaginal odor - what can it mean? ). A tampon also surpasses a pad in size. You can grab it and go to the bathroom, it will fit in the smallest compartment in your purse, pocket or even wallet.

When else does a tampon beat a pad? For example, when your period catches you off guard while you're on vacation, when you want to go swimming, and when you want to be free from any restrictions.

Sanitary pads - when are they better than tampons?

We reach for pads most often when we start menstruating, because they are much easier to use. How to put on a pad? Nothing could be simpler. All you have to do is peel off the strip securing the adhesive layer, attach it to your panties and voila! It is also easier than with tampons to monitor the need to change the pad. The blood flows out, so nothing stays inside for several hours, which is seen as a big advantage.

A pad wins in situations where everything hurts, not just the belly, back, but even the labia and vagina - and such situations happen. Then the last thing you want to do is put in a tampon. If you are in the middle of an intimate infection, consider using pads, they can be more comfortable and more hygienic.

You can learn about swimming during your period and the products you should choose during this time in the articlehere .

Are tampons dangerous?

You are afraid that the tampon will go deep into your body - unnecessarily - there is no way. The muscles of the vagina will hold it in place. You will not have any problems with tampons if you follow the rules related to their application. And above all, always remember the string - if you are absent-minded, you can forget to unwind it before placing the tampon inside the vagina. Removing it will not be impossible, but it will certainly require some gymnastics. If you cannot do this, try to squeeze it out with your muscles - squat down and give birth, as if you were giving birth. The tampon will not fall out by itself, and leaving it inside the body can cause a serious infection.

Leak? Avoid the problem - read our article " Why does a tampon leak? ".

Remember to remove the previous tampon before inserting the next one - as a result of rushing and mechanically performing activities, such stupidities sometimes happen - seriously! If you still feel the tampon after inserting it, it may mean that it is too shallow, or it is too large. Choose the size of the tampon according to the amount of bleeding (read more about this here ).

You apply a tampon to the vagina , so it is important not to give yourself additional attractions in the form of allergic reactions. You have greater comfort knowing that you are usingtampons that are not bleached with chlorine , do not have synthetic additives and toxins - right?

If you have trouble remembering to change your tampon every 4-6 hours at most, set a reminder on your phone. This is very important because not changing your tampons often enough can lead to toxic shock syndrome (TSS) . Remember to change them, take care of your health, hygiene and comfort.

Also read our guides: how to remove a tampon correctly ? and how long to keep a tampon in ?

Disadvantages of sanitary pads

Pads are often soaked in aromatic substances or substances that increase absorption (absorbents), which unfortunately can cause irritation, itching and allergies. If you have sensitive skin or a tendency to allergies, or you simply want to take care of your health - choose pads that are not "enriched" with such products. For example, ecological pads Your KAYA.

The pad can move, shift, roll slightly, creating a kind of gutter through which the wandering blood stains the back of the underwear. You know this, right? To avoid this, you need to pay a little more attention to attaching the pad before going to bed. On the other hand, a pad that is too large can cause chafing.

So, in the end, pads or tampons? Some of us can't imagine using tampons during our period, and there are also those who don't like pads. Which hygiene product you choose depends on your preferences. It's definitely worth trying both, so you can choose the one that's right for you. It's also possible that you'll use both. The most important thing is to take care of proper hygiene during your period .

Also read our articles about tampons: Where to throw away used tampons and Tampon and pee .