Irritable skin 'down there'

[LaughOutLoud]

This is embarrassing but I know I haven't got thrush and nothing is itching inside there but externally it's so irritable, annoying and itchy. Before I found out I was pregnant the doctor prescribed hydrocortisone and then said I can use it in pregnancy but I don't want to risk using a steroid cream.

I do get eczema and my skin is sensitive so it must be something to do with that but my question is if you guys know what I can use that's safe for baby down there? Also can I try olive oil or cocunut oil (from the chemist) and would it be safe?

Thank you x

 

[hellojello25]

I have eczema and I use coconut oil to control it when I start having a breakout. I'm not sure about it being bad for "down there" but I can attest to the fact that BF and I sometimes use it as lube and I haven't had an issue. Coconut oil is great for everything lol!!!

 

[DaisyDreamer]

Try a natural lubricant or coconut oil as PP said.... Definitely have had my times during this PG where it felt dry and sore or itchy. GL xx

 

[Stellae]

there's also that rash PUPPPs that some women get, especially if they're prone to eczema

 

[LaughOutLoud]

there's also that rash PUPPPs that some women get, especially if they're prone to eczema

I just googled info and images on this as I didn't know what you PUPPPs was but no I don't think it's this at all.

 

[Laucu]

Could it be thrush? My lady parts were very itchy, not internally just my vulva. Thrush cream sorted it out within a couple of days.