Alternatively, regular tampons or active tampons may provide better ... according to Tampax. Your OB-GYN can help determine ...

So unless you don't mind shelling out more cash, it's OK to stick with regular tampons with the lowest absorbency that meets your needs.

"Aim back," explains Heather Bartos, MD, a board-certified ob-gyn. "Not up ... For beginners, it's best to start with "Regular" flow tampons, which can hold six to nine grams of menstrual blood.