Tampons get a bad rap because of TSS, so we asked OB/GYN @drsophiaobgyn to clear things up. Toxic shock syndrome is linked to a bacteria that lives on almost everyone’s skin, so it’s not just “certain people” who need the facts. The good news? Thanks to better education, it’s rarer than ever. Your TSS-smart checklist: ✔️ Change your tampon often, every 4 to 8 hours (no more than 12 hours max) ✔️ Match absorbency to your flow (regular flow = regular tampon, no need to go super) ✔️ Size down as your period gets lighter Want the full rundown on period care? Dr. Sophia’s podcast episode 64, “Pads, tampons, cups, underwear...oh my!”, is out now 🎧 Listen via the link in @drsophiaobgyn’s bio.