Wanted To Know About Feminine Hygiene & Were Afraid To Ask

The first menstruation is a rite of passage in many cultures and a girl is considered a woman after her first menstruation, but with that comes the challenge of facing your awkwardness and coming to terms with your body. There are a ton of feminine hygiene products available in the market and choosing the perfect product for yourself is challenging if you’re on the brink of womanhood

• Most teenagers generally use sanitary napkins when they initially get their period. The sanitary napkins are attached to the inside of the underwear and absorb the menstrual flow. The disadvantage of sanitary napkins is that they are messier than other options and need to be changed frequently (every few hours or so). A sanitary pad and maxi pad are the same product and you should ensure that you’ve worn your maxi pad properly, so that you can avoid any possible leakage and staining.
• Tampons are another popular feminine hygiene product and are used by a majority of women. Tampons are inserted into the vagina and can’t be felt once it is properly inserted. An additional benefit of using a tampon is that it can be worn while you work out and also while you swim. Playtex offers sport tampons that enable you to be as active during your menstruation as you would be otherwise. You could also opt for a Tampax tampon, which is also the only tampon available in pearl plastic, which ensures a more easy insertion, which is super helpful if you’re a first time user.