If you don't have a young baby right now

[Coronaquandry]

Are you aware that families with babies under 1 are entitled to form a support bubble (even in tier 4)?

YABU - I've never heard of this
YANBU - Yes I was aware

(Just trying to gauge how pissed off my neighbours will be if I have my parents round on Xmas day)

Thanks

I've got a three year old but I knew this because my sister has a baby under 1

I knew this..
Still glad I haven't got a baby!!

Yes I knew this, guttered that my 1 year old doesn’t qualify.

I knew this, was really excited until I remembered my youngest is over 1 lol

I knew this but only from threads on MN.

Why worry about your neighbours? If they’re petty enough to call the police nothing will happen as you’re following the rules.

@Santaisironingwrappingpaper

I knew this.. Still glad I haven't got a baby!!

Haha yes, it's a mixed blessing! (Although I love her more than life itself of course!)

Sod the neighbours

BUT do you really think having your parents around is a good idea? I'm sure they want the 'first Christmas' but I wouldn't be taking the risk. Next Christmas will be much more exciting with the baby and you're all much more likely to be there without mixing.

The vaccine is rolling out and we can look forward to spring/summer - why not FaceTime this year instead?

But yes you're allowed & if the neighbour comments, just tell the about the under 1 rule 🤷🏻‍♀️

I did know, but only because a very close friend has a baby and support bubble.

Yes I knew this. It's also allowed for children under 5 who have a disability. Unfortunately my disabled child is 6

Yes I knew, it came in on December 2nd I think. We are bubbling with my parents as we have a 7 month old.

I had no idea. I am having enough trouble keeping up with the rules that apply to me!

@elliejjtiny

Yes I knew this. It's also allowed for children under 5 who have a disability. Unfortunately my disabled child is 6

I'm so sorry, that sucks x

I knew and saw the memes joking that it was brought in to help Carrie

Yes I knew

But what the fuck does it have to do with your neighbours? I mean, why are you worried about their thoughts on your private business?

@TicTacTwo

I knew and saw the memes joking that it was brought in to help Carrie

I also have my suspicions about that!

Not in Scotland I don't think :(

I've got a 2 week old and a 4yo and just found out the nurseries are closed for 2 weeks after the Christmas break I could honestly cry. The weather is so bad just now too.

Does this apply to a 12 month old? Or are they classed really as over one? Even though he has literally only just turned 12 months?

I knew about the rule but just don't know if we qualify with him just turning 12 months. I'm also registered disabled and I'm on chemotherapy. So I need the help really.. especially because me and my partner are nurses (I've been shielding due to chemo) and hes now bloody contracted covid!!! So we've had to move him out for my safety. My test came back negative but obviously he's been living here so if I get any symptoms I will get another test
I can't risk getting it as I wouldn't survive it.
So now my partner is away, I'm with the kids (have a 9 year old too) which obviously one is 12 months and I have no support at all. Would a family member be able to come and help me? Xx

I did hear this on radio.

Doesn't apply to me.
I don't have ability to criticise people for getting thru this ordeal however best they can.

@Lottieeshborn even if the under 1 rule didn't apply I'd say the essential care rule applies. You're disabled so you count as a 'vulnerable person'.

My midwife told me while I'm recovering from childbirth I count as well but my mums just informed me she won't take my 4yo anymore due to the risk (even though he won't be seeing anyone when he's not at nursery) and my mil will take ds but won't come in our house

I don’t have a baby and do know this, but even if your neighbours don’t I don’t see how this changes anything. If they are annoyed explain it to them. See your parents and enjoy the support, that’s exactly why it’s legal.

@Lottieeshborn they can be over 1, if they had their birthday after the 2nd of this month. The rule applies to anyone who had an under 1 on the 2nd when the rule came in as far as I can tell.

Yes, but only because a close friend has a 3 month old so I know she’s bubbled with her parents.

@Lottieeshborn

Does this apply to a 12 month old? Or are they classed really as over one? Even though he has literally only just turned 12 months?

I knew about the rule but just don't know if we qualify with him just turning 12 months. I'm also registered disabled and I'm on chemotherapy. So I need the help really.. especially because me and my partner are nurses (I've been shielding due to chemo) and hes now bloody contracted covid!!! So we've had to move him out for my safety. My test came back negative but obviously he's been living here so if I get any symptoms I will get another test
I can't risk getting it as I wouldn't survive it.
So now my partner is away, I'm with the kids (have a 9 year old too) which obviously one is 12 months and I have no support at all. Would a family member be able to come and help me? Xx

You can have help with childcare as you’re poorly and also because you’re a vulnerable adult. Don’t suffer through. Only someone totally lacking in empathy would begrudge you help.

Also @Lottieeshborn surely atm you count as a single parent caring for your children and a vulnerable adult needing support yourself. I don't think anyone is going to begrudge you getting some help and support in.