How long do you have to wait to use a tampon if you just got your period?

Answer 1

It's recommended that you wait at least six cycles.

This is because you need to know your flow pattern well enough to know what absorbency to use, using too high an absorbency for your flow significantly increases your risks of Toxic shock syndrome, so does using tampons when your flow is too light for tampon use.

Tampons aren't recommended to pre-teens or teens due to higher risk of Toxic Shock Syndrome, this is because younger women have more delicate vaginal tissues and are less likely to have TSST-1 antibodies. It's recommended that younger women start with menstrual pads, and if they want to use internal options to use safe options like menstrual cups or softcups.

Answer 2

You can use tampons when you first start your period. Just remember: USE ONLY THE SLIM ONES. Use the slim ones when you're first starting out.