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Absolutely not.
This is dangerous for your body, you may have yours 🐱 inflamed and/or serious problems
Use normal absorbents
Always consult your doctor about this
No
@@NepzBabethis comment makes not sense at all
@@jalen.0609 yes it does, search about: are Female tampons harmful to health?
And exist many cases
I love how i sat here and watched the whole video when I don't even use tampons
me too and i don’t even have a period yet
Lmao. Same. 😂
@@basic-gender-blob enjoy it while you can Sunshine !
@@noodles5004 enjoy it honey!!
Haha same. I use a diva cup
The ones she used in the beginning video were playtex sport tampons. That’s the brand I use, and I find them to be quite comfortable and beginner friendly!
Playtex tampons caused me major hemorrhaging.
Edit: "major hemorrhaging" was a bit of an exaggeration, but they did specifically cause non-menstrual related bleeding, lesions, and a painful infection. I had been using tampons for years prior to this happening, so it was not me "using them wrong" as someone else accused me of. I was in an "emergency situation" and didn't have any tampons on me, stopped at a dollar store and bought these. That was when the issues started, and continued to get worse. On a typical period for me I have one heavy day, two light days, and the last day of just spotting. I have a very short period with only one day of really heavy bleeding. When I used these, I bled heavily and painfully for 10 days straight. I had to go to the doctor to see what was going on, and was told I had lesions in my vagina and an infection from the tampons and the untreated lesions.
@@frazzledazzle1563whats hemmorhaging
I cant use Tampax cause they open wide way. I can only use Playtex sport cause they open into a cone
Ok to counter, I used those for quite some time and they were the only ones that pinched me and caused pain.
crazy how different people have different experiences with the same product
Australia doesn’t have applicators. As someone not used/never used one, it feels like an excessive use of plastic
I'm from germany and in Europe generally it's the same
I used to use a brand that had carton applicators.
you can get paper ones
Yeah I’m from Australia too and I’ve never understood why applicators are a thing? I could imagine it would be pretty uncomfortable tbh
@@sheridanryan28you can buy Tampons that do not use applicators here in America, but it would be rare for a women to choose those over tampon with an applicator. In my experience the applicator makes things way more comfortable, and feels cleaner.
The first time I learned that other countries have tampons with applicators, I was quite confused. Where I live we just use our fingers to insert the tampon. (Hygene is important, so try your best to have clean hands.)
I can't even imagine using an applicator, to my brain that is just so much extra waste..
This is an honest question but doesn't that hurt? Unless your flow is heavy when you're putting it in doesn’t the cotton drag/pull when you're inserting it?
Without an applicator I can't get the tampon far enough in
@@Wildflower1013 Since I have a brand that works for me I've only ever tried one other. I can also only really answer from my experience, since it's not too common to just talk about menstruation products and periods on a personal level.
So, for me: Tampons don't dry me out that much so lubrication remains and makes it easier to insert the tampon. What I've also noticed with the tampons here, is that some lines are designed with a mesh-like layer either araund the top or the entire lenght. That mesh allows for blood to flow through to the absorbant layer, but has a lot less drag than just pure cotton. And even the ones without that mesh have a very smooth surface (and are generally designed to keep their shape even when fully saturated, although I don't know if that's related).
And in case anyones interested in the brand, it's o.b., a german brand. It should pop up when you search "ob tampons". At least that's the case for me.
PS: I'm glad you asked!
@@Wildflower1013 I get dry from tampons, but it doesn’t hurt putting in. You can feel the drag, but I find using an applicator just a little creepy when I don’t feel where the tampon sits so that it fits perfectly. I find applicators just insanely more waste and complicated.
First time I saw one I was so confused what to do with that..
@@karouniemand785 As someone with vaginismus I couldn’t imagine doing that. I just got to where I can insert the smallest tampons I can find painless (but they still hurt coming out) Using my finger to prod one in would be so painful.
Something I always recommend is to try menstrual cups. I find I feel the most clean using one. U also have to empty it every 12 hours so minimal maintenance.
Menstrual cups are great in general, just always add that it’s ok if they don’t work for you. Some don’t like the mess and learning curve, and also there are some folks like me that contributed to prolapse so i had to stop using them.
I had tried a diva cup, and I had two, but for some reason, no matter how I cleaned it, I always get a yeast infection! I loved them because you had all the symptoms of a period, with no crime scene in ur pants! But unfortunately, I had to stop using them... maybe I needed more lube when inserting, I'll try again, but damnit if it doesn't work!!
These products seem like they would be amazing! But alas, I can not justify spending $100+ CAD for what I would normally spend $20 on for the same amount. Thank you, but no thank you. Maybe if they either come down in cost on Amazon, or I ever take a trip to the US.
But potentially very messy and some people can't stick things up their private parts
@@Mellanififistill lasts longer than a tampon though, no?
I initially tried cups but then switched to the Hello disc and it’s amazing. I could never comfortably reach the cup bottom to unseal and pull out, plus the cup seemed a bit bulkier to insert. I didn’t want to spend hundreds just to find the right cup for me. I liked the idea of the pull tab on the Hello disc so I have that a shot. If others don’t care for the cup, try the discs as an alternative.
You should make a super plus and ultra tampon😊
Nice pfp
@@Sehyun..wait..
It's actually not very good to use anything larger than a super, because it increases your risks of TSS, even if you are bleeding enough to fill it.
I just saw ultra at the store when did this launch 😮
@@AccidentallyOnPurposemy period get so heavy on the 3rd day i have to use the heaviest tampon i can get (99.999% of the tile Tampax) and then put on a night pad :( it has always been like that and its so frustrating sometimes having to switch it every few hours not to bleed through and it can get pretty expensive too
I’m so glad to hear someone else has a 9 day period every month too. I’ve had one since I started my period, it went down to ~6 days when I was on BC so 16-23, but back to 9 days. Super heavy say 2-3, light day 4, heavy again day 5, light til it tapers off at 9. I can’t use tampons unfortunately bc they give me crazy cramps, but it’s awesome to see brands actually care about how their products feel during use and are applied
It’s because you use tampons and don’t drink enough water. Try my way and see the difference, i dare you
I had the same period when I used tampons. Also stick with all cotton pads.
They give me crazy cramps too! I never realized it was the tampons causing them until I had a baby and used pads for the first period after, the next one I used tampons and almost immediately had cramps. Every time I switched to pads they went away, and vice versa when switching to tampons. I rarely get any cramps outside of the initial start now and they're not that bad. A couple ibuprofen and they're fine within an hour. Before my pregnancy, I was getting 2 periods a month, one normal one and one light, short one. I went through so many tampons 😭 I think the pregnancy kind of restarted my system though, it also forced me to get a little healthier, so I'm very, very thankful my periods pretty average now.
Any tampon made by kotex(even generic) gave me horrible cramps and a painful bloated feeling.
Platex tampons or Softdisc disposable cup/discs are comfortable for me but.... We are all different and things don't always work the same for each of us, especially if someone has a tilted cervix, different body chemistry ect.
@@T.Socorso idk what my deal is but I’ve never tried a tampon that was actually comfortable, but Kotex makes my favorite pads (specifically the U by Kotex pack from dollar tree, it’s the only place I can find that specific size without wings) I can’t even use tampons for swimming they make me so uncomfortable and the cramping is so bad
Please make an ultra tampon! I have PCOS and bleed through an ultra in 2-3 hours on my heaviest flow days. For those in the comments talking about ultras causing TSS - any tampon can cause TSS. Some of us actually need ultras. We can’t change our tampon every 30 minutes. That’s not practical.
By George finally another person who knows of my struggles. I go through an ultra tampon and a maxi pad in 45 minutes to an hour on day 1-2 of my period and it makes me want to end it all. My doctor won’t take out my useless uterus, just keeps trying to put me on drugs.
Yes same! My pcos doesn’t cause irregular periods (though I am a month and a half instead of a month), but it causes super heavy bleeding
I don’t even have PCOS and have had this struggle my whole life. As high schooler our class periods were about an hour and I had multiple times where I bled through and my mom didn’t believe me that it only took me an hour to bleed through. You read these tampons boxes saying a super last 4 hours, but most people using these only get 1-2 hours out of them. If you’re changing it that often then I think we are safe from TSS
I finally switched to a cup, and it is life changing. Yes, inserting and removing was a bit messy the first time or two, but afterwards it was honestly so much cleaner than using tampons and pads together and still staining underwear if I went two hours. Also, sleeping eight hours without fear. No sheet stains. No jury-rigging a pad diaper. No setting an alarm to wake up after 6 hours so I don't get toxic shock. It's amazing
Omg can you PCOS people give me some advice? I'm sixteen years old but I noticed that I had symtoms of PCOS since I started getting my period. My mom keeps telling me that it's normal for my age to not have regular periods but sorry, 3 to 6 months without period can't be normal. And if I get it, it's so heavy that it always bleeds through in the first 2 nights, it's so exhausting. I've never been to a gynaecologist, but what would the examination look like if I tell them about my concerns? I have high anxiety of people physically touching me, and I'm scared that it's gonna turn into a nightmare.
I just got my first period a month ago, andd I was wondering what August product you recommend bc I want to try your brand ❤
edit: tysm for helping everyone:3
ANOTHER MD FAN! HI
Pads are best to start, you might want to switch to tampons when you're older tho x
Don't listen to the people saying not to je tampons cause "you're young."
However. Your first couple of periods usually are on the lighter side. So get small tampons. You want a tampon size that fits your flow. Getting a really large one is fine. But only when your flow is heavy. You want to change your tampon every 4 ish hours. Max 8 hours. But you want it to be full when you pull it out also.
You may also want to look into getting tampons without applicator if you can easily stick your finger in.
i was a little scared of tampons when i first started to it all depends on how you feel about them. if you’re ready and just wanna try them out, go for it! if you want to wait a bit then i recommend finding pads with wings and making sure they are long if you have a heavy period
tampons can be very stressful the first couple of times you try to use them! when i first started wearing them i had a mental breakdown bc i couldn’t figure out how to put it in without being uncomfy 😂 just watch a few videos and they’ll show you how to insert it
The tampon she was using in the video was a sport one that one’s particularly helpful for playing really active sports. Thank you we need more people like you.
You ladies give me hope. Wish my generation was more like y’all tbh.
Do have a mini one cuz like when I use regular one I dry myself out and like idk what to do bc I hate pads but like I can’t find a good tampon brand😭
Try a light tampon it might work that's what I do
You should totally try a mentrual cup... It was a game changer for me... It's super easy to use there is just a learning curve to overcome
Period underwear is an option too ❤
Get a small cup you dont have to fill it and it wont hurt as much taking it out
Period cups are one of the best things (personally).
There is definitely a learning curve. But once you’ve figured out how to do it and what works for you, it just becomes routine.
Stops the smells, can go swimming without stress, last longer than tampons (recommended max hours to prevent TSS), cheaper (more expensive up front. But you can reuse them and they’ll last years). More comfortable (silicone, not dry cotton that can be scratchy).
I definitely recommend hello period products. And there are quizzes out there to see what products will be a good fit for you. (Period discs are another option, which I also love, but the cups have a certain comfort and security to them knowing when they’re in and good. And feeling the “bubbles” when you gotta go empty her out.)
They’re not for everyone, but it’s something so worth trying.
Happy to answer any questions about menstrual cups or discs.
Tbh you don’t know heavy periods until you have to wear an ultra tampon and a pad at the same time, middle school wasn’t fun for me😭😭
I am SO thankful to be blessed with 3 day periods
I love how your tampons has the flat edge at the top where your fingers go so then it’s easier to get a grab on and it doesn’t slip inside when you’re trying to get a grip and pull it out. Because every time after I get it all the way in then the end gets a little bit slippery and so my fingers slide which means that part of the applicator slides in a little bit and then I have to try and grab it out. So basically what I’m saying is whenever I have it all the way in and I go to take it out in that end part gets slippery. I lose my grip and it’s difficult to get it out and I get scared that I’m gonna lose it inside of me because I can’t get it out now that it slipped in . so thank you for making that flat end where your fingers go, so it doesn’t just slide in like other brands with that rounded end!!!🙏
Happens to me too because the applicators are so damn short!! They weren’t always like this, never had this issue about a decade ago….I think companies are trying to save on costs and reduce plastic waste and end up with a slightly too short applicator where you end up having to use your fingers to push it in all the way/pull it out… uhg
where the hell are people finding tampons with applicators?? they look so helpful. i live in australia and i’ve never seen them before, i guess individually having every single tampon already with an applicator seems a bit wasteful but a washable reusable one would be an absolute lifesaver for me
Some brands have cardboard applicators I used them when I first got my period because it's what my mom had on hand and she never really used them. The plastic is definitely more comfortable than the cardboard applicators though. I've also used some with no applicators and really having the applicator doesn't make much difference in ease of putting it in. No applicator was only odd to me because I was used to the applicator once I was used to it it was just as easy without one. In the US almost all brands of tampons come with an applicator and almost all of them are plastic so it might just be something Australia has regulations on. I saw someone else from Australia say they don't have applicators there as well.
They make reusable tampon applicators! I’m unsure about options in Australia but here in the UK I’ve seen one by lilets and TOTM if you have those brands
I'm so glad I use disc's
Same. I wanna share the disc/ cup love around. But scrolling through comments has me overwhelmed at how many poor girlies are trynna figure how to look after their bodies.
Not to mention looking after the wallet and the environment too (for the reusable products).
I need ur tampons because mine pinch SO BADLY and i feel like im gonna die, but i cant find them anywhere in idaho
Ik I can't find any either i live in Idaho too
Order them online.
the way i watched this like i was gonna use it for future reference when im very much a pad user
I, as a European, am very confused about this
😊 they are amazing I completely understand where you're coming from but the applicator is very clean and keeps you from getting yucky. We have paper options as well but these are actually very comfortable the ones that are uncomfortable are very cheap and have a very open top. Any brand you don't from the dollar store is very comfortable to use as an applicator and is way less gross. Not at all a slight or anything I just don't like to use the ones without applicators.... They're not very common and honestly most Americans don't know they exist but I've had to use them a few times and it's not fun!!!
@@ashleyburbank3129 Another European here - the confusion stems from why you guys seem to think its yucky in the first place. Its good that there is a paper version, since its extra plastic wasted, just because you refuse to use your fingers. You have toilet paper in the stall toi whipe your fingers afterwards, and then you wash them with soap. IIts really not that big of a deal
@@annareichelt5997 honestly it stops there from being any issues at all with staining or anything. It's not because it's menstrual blood I just don't like touching blood in general it's a pretty common issue in the US that's why a majority of people have no interest in joining the nursing or medical field because we find blood nauseating. More power to those who can handle it I just can't and would prefer to keep it off of my person.
@@annareichelt5997 also it's a lot easier to get them going a weird direction when you don't have an applicator and that can be uncomfortable. That's personally why I really really don't like them without.
@@annareichelt5997oh another country in another continent has a diffrent culture than you... how odd. 🤔
That thing is huge I wish I could use it but it won't fit in me
just wanted to come say that there’s no such thing as a tampon being “too large” to fit into your vagina. tampon sizes have nothing to do with your “vagina size” and everything to do with your period flow. if you’re having any discomfort while trying to insert a tampon, you’re vagina is most likely not lubricated enough (dry, or light period) OR (the more likely scenario) you are trying to insert it at the wrong angle 🫶🏼
it will girly 😭 you just gotta try. your vagina can pop out an entire human i think that will fit
Tampons vary from flow to flow
She also said it was a large tampon so they will be a little bigger than regular but if you have light periods or wet then it will be uncomfortable to put in and leave in.
@@lilsbih thank you(≧▽≦) you just made my day I mean first time I got such a long and caring comment . And I can only insert as thik as a finger in not more than that most of the time.
This is the video I needed. You hit your audience! The 9 day period, the pinching...I love this whole thing!
I need these!!!
We don't have applicators on tampons in Europe
You can find tampons with applicators in Denmark.
Here in the uk there’s lots of applicator tampons
I’ve seen serval say they don’t have them in Australia either. Probably because of all the plastic, but honestly as an American I feel like it would be difficult without one
@@savannahtollison4425Well, I can‘t imagine using an applicator, it seems so difficult and unnecessary 😅🥹
FIRSTTT!!! I commented on two other videos one that you were singing to your dog “ I think I like this little life” please please PLEASE read it I would love to talk!
I USE THESE!
I wish they made more light varieties.i have super light periods and light tampons are so hard to fine.
Please remove the applicators and make them more environmentally friendly. Girls in Europe have always done it with their fingers and we are still fine.
Not to critisize you in particular but it always annoys me when I go to the US that such an unnecessary waste is normalized and unavoidable.
Having a monthly period is hard enough so imo everyone should use what they're most comfortable with, especially beginners.
@@insertnamehere2289 I think thats an issue with education. I tried using one with an applicator and failed miserably. I'll keep using my finger technique.
have always used my finger and it's the best. What if it's not where you want it to have with the applicator?? You'd need to move it with your finger anyway then
I’ve tried using them and it’s so hard to push them in all the way. I have a very narrow and deep vageerneer and they simply don’t work well for me. Imo it’s just as wasteful as using disposable pads…
However they actually make reusable tampon applicators that you can use along with the applicator-free style tampons, which are much better for the environment. Menstrual cups are also very environmentally friendly but a lot of gals have trouble inserting them as well. If you have trouble using a menstrual cup they make applicators to help get em in too! Reusable pads and period underwear can be nice too but unfortunately don’t work very well for extreme flows like mine…
Different strokes for different folks. Always remember there are multiple reasons for every decision. I need the applicator for mental trauma reasons, even though it means using extra plastic.
That thing is huge I wish I could use it but it won't fit
I also have a 9-10 day period and it’s so comforting to hear that someone else does too! I always hear that periods “should be” 5-7 days and thought something was wrong with me
You still might want to see a doctor about that. It's not normal for a period to last more than 8 days. Your body could just be weird but it's better to be sure.
@@cthulhucult3230 very true! I used to have a heavy 5-7 day until birth control and now it’s light and less crampy but longer
That's just the average- there's always going to be higher and lower numbers that are all within normal. I always felt a bit the opposite because my periods only lasted 3 ish days, 1 extremely heavy day, 1 regular day and a day or 2 of spotting...but my mom was a 9 days kind of woman so I always felt abnormal. It made me worry needlessly about my fertility.
August products are the best!
Hey I am teen and I was wondering if y’all make teen pads??
what’s a “teen pad”
Glad you are spreading awareness on periods that are irregularly long mine is so long i really think once i get my new job im going to try august I’ve been just watching for a lil but you’ve sold me that it can handle my period
Mestral cups are a great option, too!
So cool! I want to try!
I'm so glad we have u to help girls with their struggles it's truly motivational that u dedicate your life to making products as close as possible to perfection for not only u and the whole world to use, love you Girl ❤
Try a cup or disc. Life changing!
Y’all look so cute!!
my job has these in the restroom at work and i love them!!! going to start buying for myself
I love my cup!
I think I’m going to try these
Try Menstrual cups!! Total game changer
I just hit my first EVER period today 🎉
Congrats 🥳🥳
The ones in the first video are my favorite to use because they have the thing to hold onto at the end I’ve dropped to many tampons for ones with no divots lol
My period lasts about 8 days too but it's only heavy from day 2 to 3 and I'm so glad ur talking about this like it IS normal😭❤
You guys I’m a 21 y/o woman and have had my period since I was 11. Around age 17 or so I switched to a menstrual cup(best most life changing decision EVER!!!) do it just do it! Make the switch. I was still a virgin when I switched and no it didn’t hurt you can actually fold it quite small for insertion. I use the punch down fold but there are a ton of different ones just google it and a whole chart will pop up! I use the brand Saalt in size small and I have the soft and reg version. I even found out they carry a teen version now which is awesome! They didn’t have that a few years ago when I switched. Seriously though give it a try changed my whole life!
I used regular kotex for years until i got a nexplanon. I'm now on my third one (no period going on 7 years!) and I've been planning on this one being my last but i noticed stores no longer really carry my brand I've been really nervous because I'm disabled and i cannot insert all the new tampons with the pencil thin plunger part. I just can't grip them, these look a lot thicker, sturdier, I'm definitely going to keep these in mind when the time comes!!!
Girl, my normal is using Ultra at the start and then switching to super plus, and at the end super! It would be awesome for you to expand the flow range for everyone!
For those that want a similar tampon and can't order these try the pearl brand.
i feel so bad for anyone with a period longer then 7 days😭. my period lasts for 5-6 days usually and i’ve heard for some people when they first get it it’s shorter but as they get older it gets longer and i hope that’s not the case for me
Ugh, pinching is the worst. That happened to me the first time I put on in 😭 it hurts
I remember as a kid, when I got my period conveniently going to a water park. My mom tried to get me to use a tampon. But because she has a heavier flow, she made me use super tampons she had. I was legit scared shitless and it hurt way too much (I didn’t use the tampon, and didn’t get to swim that day). Literally didn’t use tampons til I got to senior year of high school because of that experience.
Wait I've been watching you and using your pads and I didn't realize,, LOVE THEM !!!!! 💙
I want the anotomical heart art on your wall lol
Now this is the content I like to see.
Honestly very cool for the heavy flow folks. (Like me) 😊
i use Tampax Radiant Supers and I’d say they work pretty well, i like the applicator as well as the easy resealable packaging for easy disposal
tho the supers as sometimes too small but i’m a little scared to use the super+ :)
The first green tampon makes me think tinkerbell.😂
August tampons are the best tampons by far. Super comfortable!
Ugh I LOVE the long applicator! My vaginal canal is super long and when using other brands, after removing the applicator, I have to stick my fingers up there to make sure the tampon is as close to the cervix as possible. which obv gets my fingers bloody 🙄 love love love it!
Omg that’s horrible, I swear whenever I get blood on my hands during my period it just ruins my day
I hope you can get some tampons that are long enough for you ❤
I use the ones in the first clip, they’re sports ones and I find them to be really comfy especially with the shape. I haven’t had a chance to try August cuz they’re not sold in any stores in my town yet😅
Shorter is better!! Back when i still had my uterus, i couldn't wear Tampax because they were so LONG!! I'm curvy (like a banana, not like plus sized), so long just didn't work because it always felt like it was falling out. Playtex were okay, but even then, that curve meant i still needed to manually adjust. So i was excited to find OB, which are short and applicator free ( because why have it when you need to go in and fix it anyway?)
Now my daughter uses OB or Cora, which also have an applicator free option.
Also, been there got pinched with the applicators and oh, ouch!
can you PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE make a super plus
9 days long! Girl you're a god
TYSM FOR TALKING ABOUT 9 DAY PERIODS I FELT SO ALONE
Just got flashbacks of pinching my lil lips w the applicator 😭
I'm definitely gonna get some of these ❤
Omg I need a tutorial on your towel wrapping technique 😭😂
The applicators always be making me nervous cuz of the sharp ends frrr
Viva diva cups
Are used to get U by Kotex because they’re super plus was super absorbent and it would fan out when it filled up. But then they changed the design so whenever just fills up a little bit, the whole tampon basically just falls out and you really feel it when it’s getting ready to. It’s super frustrating and I’m glad that this tampon you have here is similar to that old design 👏🏻
Proud to be a 3 day girlie
It's Tampax sport, used to have those in high school.
Always seemed to be the only one thst wasn't scented back then 😭 but they had a tendency to dry out sot it was even more painful to pull out 😭😭 so yeah aoon as I heard about the cups I bought a cheap new one on eBay. Still have it after about 11 years... Honestly didn't realize how long I've had it till now.
Might consider buying these for on the go emergencies!
I LOVE AUGUST OMG SO HAPPY YALL ARE ON MY FEEEEED. been using since 2021 and omfg i get rashes when i use any other product now. i can never stop using august !!
9 DAYS!? I’m so blessed to only have a 5 day long period im praying for you girlies who have it longer 😭🙏
9 DAYS!?!? Mine is 3 😅 I’m suddenly very grateful
3 days??? that’s insanely short lol, im happy for you
Applicator free tampons I find so much easier to place, I’ve changed to a menstrual cup now and I would never go back!
Mine is 5-8 days usually and heavy the whole time except the last day 😅
Mine lasts 8 days im glad im not the only one dealing for so long bless you and your comapny!!
I use Playtex sport bc they're sooo comfortable, ik some people are worried about them bc of toxic shock syndrome but as long as you're aware of your flow it's fine, I've never had a problem and they're awesome
I just hate applicators, they eithwr dont push up because my fingers are drenched in blood so the plastic sllippy OR the thing doesnt come out once you pull on the tube to remove just the plastic (whole thing comes right back out).
ya'll my period lasted for 4 days!!! i was so happy
SAME! I swear there’s no better feeling than a short period 😂
9 days straight 😮My God mine is 3 days and it's so uncomfortable you girls are really strong never gonna complain about my periods again 🙇🏿♀️
I need to know where yall are in stores!!!!
Same girl i hate day 3-5 😢
I just wish there was more contouring at the base of the applicator…I found it was difficult to keep my grip when inserting. Had to stop using August tampons because my user error rate was so high 😅
I have a nine day period too and the same with the heaviness
I use a menstrual cup. The best decision i ever made. FYI i've never used a tampon, was a pad girl before this. It hurt a teeny tiny bit the first time i tried it (prolly cause i did it wrong(the folding part) and also cause i've never shoved something up my vagina before). But dear lord, it feels so easy even from the second use. You feel nothing. ABSOLUTELY NOTHING once its inside. You need to fold it real small(watch some videos on the folding methods and find what works for you best), insert while squatting, rotate it while pinching the base part to make sure it's unfolded inside and has created a suction, then go on with your day. I use the small size and it still doesn't fill up even after not taking out for long hours even on heavy flow days(but that's subjective since everyone has different flow rates). Then to take it out, put a finger against one side of the base so it folds in and releases the suction and pinch it and pull it out. Just rinse it with water and put it back in. I never though periods could be this comfortable before cups. Please, please try it out. I swear you will never go back to pads or anything. And this last for a long time. So you can save your money too. I swear, this is as comfortable as it gets.
Get the cup!!!!!! It’s the best
Unrelated but your skin is gorgeous and glowing !!
I use them!!!!!! They're awesome!!!!!
Or diva cup
Omg. I just realized mine is also 8-9 days. I spot tiny, tiny amounts for the first few days, then day 3-5 it is heavy. Then light again.
My only Lasts for four days 😅
In my first 2 years of having my period it lasted 13 days the least 😢
Our school uses August!
Mine isn’t as long as some of the comments I’m reading lol but it’s 7 days.. hurts like hell for a week and a half before I get it, hurts even more to the point of throwing up and shaking on the floor crying uncontrollably and getting painkiller injections and if that doesn’t work then hospital.. for about 6 of those days and then it still hurts for about a week but it’s managable pain, just regular cramps, headaches, discomfort.. so even though my period does last a pretty regular amount of time and not months on end like some horror stories I’ve read here lol it is still very painful and I have different types of horror stories related to my period 😂😂 I’m pretty sure I developed some sort of ptsd at this point cause I’m literally terrified of getting it.. but oh well 😅 my sister’s period lasts for 3-4 days max and she says her stomach only hurts a lot on the second day but other than that she barely even feels it’s there.. so yeah.. awesome how that distributed evenly 😂 (but I’m glad hers isn’t as bad, I’m happy for her I’m just joking with the complaining).. but tbh I opt for pads, I tried tampons so many times, I do wear them sometimes when I really need to but very rarely, that’s because I simply cannot handle having anything inside of me while I’m in this much pain, I just can’t.. all my muscles are contracting, I can barely breathe and when it starts hurting like that I feel every single hair on my body so best believe that that thing inside me I can also feel no matter how far up I shove it in and it might just be in my head but I do feel more relaxed while I’m in this much pain when I don’t have anything in me, like my body is trying to push it out on its own, which Idk how but it’s happened before lol..
My periods are so bad tampons don’t cut em so I have to use those heavy overnight pads until the 6th day of my period.
Tell your doctor. You may need blood work done.
Currently on my period and my flow is so heavy first and second day
Sadly they don’t do international shipment wishing I had august I am sad