I have a blocked nose and a headache, and I usually reach for Vicks VapoRub. I'm pregnant now and wondering if it's safe to use. Can we use Vicks in pregnancy for relief?
Yes, Vicks vaporub is fine for external use, but steam inhalation is a free and effective solution. Don't waste money on fancy pregnancy-safe balms unless your doctor prescribes them.
For mild cold, inhaling steam is much safer. I had some pregnancy complications, so my gynac advised me to avoid applying any strong chemical balms on the skin without asking first.
I used Vicks throughout my third trimester for stuffy nose and it was perfectly fine. Just don't apply it on your stomach or breast area, keep it only to forehead and throat.
My saas always tells me to use warm mustard oil with garlic instead of Vicks for chest congestion. But applying a little Vicks on the forehead for headache is totally fine.
Oh god, I used to worry if the strong smell of Vicks would harm the baby! Actually, it is safe for external use, but please don't use it near your nose too much. Just to be safe, maybe ask your doctor?
I am in my 18th week and suffering from a bad cold, can we really use Vicks? I'm so scared to use anything, did anyone else's doctor say it's 100% safe?
