How To Use a Sanitary Towel/ Pantyliners

  1. Make sure that you have washed your hands and that your hands are clean.
  2. Open the packet of the sanitary towel by tearing it open.
  3. Remove the sanitary towel from the packet.
  4. If you already have a sanitary towel in your underwear that has been used, you can remove this and place it into the packet of the sanitary towel you have just opened.
  5. Place the sanitary towel in the centre of the underwear.
  6. Tear off the piece of paper which is placed on the wings.
  7. Fold each wing and stick it to the outer side of the underwear.
  8. Place all of the packaging in a sanitary bin or another bin if one of these isn’t available.

Tips:

If the tampon feels uncomfortable, or that you are feeling like it isn’t in properly, it could be that you haven’t inserted it far enough or that it is inserted at the wrong angle. Try to readjust the tampon while it is inserted, but if it is still uncomfortable then you may wish to remove it.

If you are having difficulty inserting a tampon or find that it is always painful, you may wish to visit your GP for advice.


Support

  • Your GP – If you are experiencing any issues with your period or any significant changes to your period, the first thing to do is contact your GP. If you’re not registered to a GP, you can find your local one and how to register here.
  • If you are experiencing painful, really heavy, or irregular periods, we would recommend that you contact your GP as soon as possible as it may be indicative of an issue or medical condition.
  • Really heavy periods, alongside other symptoms, may be an indication of endometriosis which is where tissue similar to the lining of the womb grows in other places, such as in the ovaries and fallopian tubes. This is estimated to affect around 190 million women and girls. You can get support from Endometriosis UK through their support groups, helpline, webchat and online community. “It’s okay to talk, period”.
  • You can go in to many Morrisons stores across the country and ask for a “Package for Sandy”. You will be provided with a discreet envelope with period products inside.

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