Covid!

[Sjhoney]

Hi all, I’m supposed to be looking after my grandchildren on Wednesday but my daughter and partner both have covid. So far the kids are negative but I’m concerned about exposing myself to risk.

Thoughts?

Ta 🥰

[julie1908]

I was in this exact same position just before Christmas and i chose not to have them and I was so glad as the next day the first one tested positive and then they all did. It is a risk but i have been so paranoid about getting it and so far have been lucky.

[Sjhoney in reply to julie1908]

I think it’s best I don’t have them tbh. She’s testing them every day so I’m kind of hoping they get it which would make my life easier!

[julie1908 in reply to Sjhoney]

I know how you feel as part of me felt a bit guilty for not having them but we shouldn’t feel like that and also our family really shouldn’t put us at that risk. Once all mine had the virus i felt such at ease seeing them after as i was always a little nervous around them. X

[Sjhoney in reply to julie1908]

I have 2 daughters, one is more responsible and rigorous whereas my younger one is a bit head in the sand. I know she’d understand but why do we always feel guilty 🙄

[AgedCrone]

I’d give it a miss……no point taking the chance…..I’m sure their parents will understand….& would never forgive themselves if you got sick.

HU responsible for underlining..,not Me 🙆🙆🙆

[wishbone in reply to AgedCrone]

I see you're still having similar problems as me when writing a post. I tried replying to your post in a previous thread but it was locked. At least i now know the proBlem s not just confined to chromebooks as i suspected. That said, i do seem to be having more problems than you are with an ipad. I tried to exit a post then restart like you suggested, but it only worked for a couple of sentences before playing up again. I've contacted HU tech help for the 2nd time and hope they can do something but have my doubts if you are still having issues. I'm a slow single finger typsit anyway and having this sort of thing happenng every time i post is a real pain in the backside.

[AgedCrone in reply to wishbone]

I am so much a non techy…I just blame myself…& hope it sorts itself.One really strange thing is….. I keep getting messages from HU saying oops you’ve pressed the wrong button explaining to me “to reply to your post I must press” reply”!

But as you say it must be HUs software…we can’t all have dodgy tablets or PCs!

[Lolabridge]

It’s a big risk to you and one I wouldn’t take. But it’s your decision in the end. Good luck !

[Green230461]

My sister in law was in the same position for half term last week. She is now very unwell with covid. Don’t do it! Your family need you for years to come the risk is too great!

[medway-lady]

Don't risk it and I have Covid now so speak from experience. x

[Gottaloveastaffy in reply to medway-lady]

Get better soon xx

[Frances_UK]

Don't even think about it! I know it can be awkward to let people down and rearrange plans but this is more serious than hurt feelings. I know we can't avoid it forever but to me this just feels like a risk too far.

[Fruitandnutcase]

I wouldn’t have them. Not worth taking the risk. I wouldn’t feel the least bit guilty and if your daughter and son in law don’t understand then tough.

[MadBunny]

I wouldn't risk it either.

[KittyJ]

I’m surprised they still expect you to look after them, if it was me I’d say I couldn’t. Why risk it. Don’t feel guilty, it’s your health.

[Sjhoney]

It’s ok, they don’t expect me to, I’ve said I can’t and they’re fine with it 👍😊

[Mmrr in reply to Sjhoney]

👍

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They should all be isolating

[Brushwork]

In Scotland the isolation rules wouldn’t allow it anyway. I’m sure your medical team would advice against it.It is your decision though.

[Hidden]

It’s half term time, so this will probably be an issue for a few people. I think you made the right call.

[Haz58]

I have my granddaughter 2 days a week. I wouldn’t have her if anyone she was in contact contracted COVID. My health comes first. X