Good evening everyone,

Can you all share with me your post shoulder routine during your period? Preferably, those of you who use mensural cups or tampons.

I would like to switch to using cups but I also plan on I gaining experience of using a tampon for emergencies. I have only used pads.

I attempted to insert a tampon immediately after a shower but that attempt was unsuccessful because I had rinsed off which washed all of the blood away. I assume the presence of blood is what eases the tampon into place.

What is your routine? Do you have any tips for nervous first time users of mensural cups/ tampons?

I’ve never had sex so I’m not sure how it’ll feel when inserting. What was your first time insertion experience?