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Can my 11 year old use a tampons?
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Yes and no: If she can break her hymen and insert tampoon in vagina without too much discomfort she can use tampoons.
Answered 7/26/2016
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Sure: But she might need help with insertion from mom. It is natural to try to insert straight up but it has to go up and back. It is safe, no problem there. Just need to be sure her hymen is not too thick. Start out with the small junior ones.
Answered 3/17/2014
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