Let’s be honest. The first time looks… intimidating.
You’re staring at this tiny silicone thing thinking:
“How is THAT supposed to go in???”
Take a breath. It’s less dramatic than TikTok makes it look.
Step 1: Pick the Right Size
Most beginners start with:
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smaller size
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softer silicone
If you’re under 30 and haven’t given birth, smaller sizes are usually recommended — but comfort > rules.
Step 2: Fold It (There’s More Than One Way)
Popular beginner folds:
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C-fold
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Punch-down fold
The punch-down is usually easier for first-timers because it makes the insertion point smaller.
Step 3: Relax Your Body
This is the part nobody emphasises enough.
If you’re tense, it feels harder.
Try:
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squatting slightly
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sitting on the toilet
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inserting in the shower
Take your time. It shouldn’t hurt.
Step 4: Let It Open
Once inside, it should pop open and create a light seal.
You shouldn’t feel it when it’s positioned correctly.
If you feel pressure:
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it might not be fully open
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it may be too high or too low
Adjust gently.
First-Time Fears (Let’s Clear Them)
“Will it get stuck?”
No. Your cervix is not a black hole.
“Will it leak?”
Only if not fully open or too full.
“Is it messy?”
First cycle might be slightly awkward. That’s normal.
After 2–3 cycles, most people say they’ll never go back.
And the best part?
No damp pad feeling.
No rushing to change every few hours.
Just you, moving freely.