Getting your period can be an overwhelming time as you begin to navigate this new experience for your body. On top of adjusting to this monthly visitor, you're also introduced to a new aisle in the ...

If you’ve been thinking about trying out menstrual cups lately, I don’t blame you. ICYMI: In June 2024, metals like arsenic and lead were found in 14 brands of tampons, according to a study published ...

Tampons are small cylinders of absorbent material a person inserts into the vagina to absorb menstrual blood. Some tips, such as using applicators and lubricants can help people insert tampons for the ...

Using a tampon is kind of a no-brainer, right? You pop one in, wait four to six hours, pull it out and repeat. Turns out, there are a lot of ways you could be using your tampon wrong. In fact, we’re ...

When inserted correctly, tampons should be barely noticeable or at least comfortable for the duration of their use. Of course, everybody is different. Some people might feel a tampon more than others.

Many women feel more secure using tampons during their period. One question that pops up a lot is: can virgins use tampons? The short answer is absolutely! Here's the longer answer to clear up any ...