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To just want to go for a walk

400 replies

Fedupmummy88 · 02/01/2022 10:01

Whole household tested positive for covid Christmas Day (Dh, me, dc1 7 years old and dc2 8 months old) luckily we seem to have had relatively minor symptoms (cold and flu like for a few days for me, same for DH for a bit longer, coughs in the children) and now thankfully all feel fine

Dh is now testing negative on day 6 and 7 do is back to work today as per the government guidance. The children are both negative as well.

I however am still testing positive despite having less symptoms than DH and feeling fine since about Tuesday.

Children aren't sleeping well especially the 8 month old and I definitely think it's the lack of fresh air. With school runs they are used to being out on a walk at least an hour a day and now they have barely left the house.

I know it is but would it be totally unreasonable to go out for a short walk through the woods at the back of the house? We live in quite a remote area and rarely see anyone in the woods and I just want to get out. Have no interest in going anywhere else (luckily we had a food shop delivered Thursday and have had family drop anything we need at the door.)

Also feeling sorry for the eldest DC as this is the second Christmas holidays we've been isolating as DH got Covid at the same time last year! It's also my last couple of weeks off before returning to work after maternity leave next week.

I probably won't go out as I'll feel too guilty but just wondered if anyone would in these circumstances?

OP posts:
Perfect28 · 02/01/2022 10:15

Your husband can take the kids out.

Subbaxeo · 02/01/2022 10:15

I would. Low risk, you can avoid people easily, no interaction. Absolutely would. The law is there for a reason-most people are in populated places and would find it very difficult to truly avoid others. Up to you to weigh up the risk but the kids may need to get out of the house

Ponoka7 · 02/01/2022 10:15

"I know it's hard, most of us have been there now but just stick to the rules. What if something happens while your out, you trip etc and need help"

Was we all waiting for that Grin

You're more likely to have an accident in the house. Stop the stupidity.

DitheringBlidiot · 02/01/2022 10:16

I would go

devildeepbluesea · 02/01/2022 10:16

I would absolutely go for a walk.

One of the things I hate about covid is that the rules have stopped people from sensibly risk assessing for themselves. I'm not talking about idiots who go into work, into pubs etc in the full knowledge that they're positive. I'm talking about honest, responsible people like the OP who are perfectly capable of ensuring they don't come into contact with others on a short walk in a remote area.

pilates · 02/01/2022 10:17

In your circumstances, yes I would

LibbyVonTrap · 02/01/2022 10:17

I’m positive and I’ve been walking the dog as soon as I felt fit enough to do so. I don’t get close to anyone Beth so I really don’t see the issue

HailAdrian · 02/01/2022 10:18

I had covid in August and I was out for walks late at night, nowhere near enough anyone to give them it. Nor did I randomly trip and fall or have any other kind of bizarre accident meaning I needed help.

Omicrone · 02/01/2022 10:18

Can't believe there are actually people saying don't do this - the world has gone nuts!

GonnaBeYoniThisChristmas · 02/01/2022 10:19

I would go for a walk.

I dont think it really matters what we all tell you - make your own decisions - but if you’re looking for vindication I did this every day when I had Covid. Went early or late and in non-populated areas.

I feel fine with my decision and am aware it’s breaking the law.

pictish · 02/01/2022 10:21

@Omicrone

Can't believe there are actually people saying don't do this - the world has gone nuts!
I see what you’re saying. I elected not to…but I certainly wouldn’t blame anyone else for escaping for a guaranteed solitary outing.
LawnFever · 02/01/2022 10:21

I would absolutely go for a walk in your situation, you’re really unlikely to meet anyone & can easily keep your distance if you did see anyone.

milly74 · 02/01/2022 10:22

Yes go out. Ignore the covid freaks on here

AuntieMarys · 02/01/2022 10:22

Go!!!

Legoninjago1 · 02/01/2022 10:22

Oh FGS. Take your kids for a walk.

Nomoreporridge872 · 02/01/2022 10:22

Oh my goodness just go for a walk!

LawnFever · 02/01/2022 10:23

@Omicrone

Can't believe there are actually people saying don't do this - the world has gone nuts!
I know, people have completely lost a grip on sensible thought here, I’m not saying go out shopping/raving/to a restaurant but a walk in a quiet place yes.
burnoutbabe · 02/01/2022 10:24

I did on day 8/9 a few weeks ago (so before latest rule change) , just walked to local post box and back.
Felt knackered but good to get some fresh air.

Obviously wasn't within 2 or even 5 meters of anyone for entire trip.

I left phone at home in case the app tracked me!

pictish · 02/01/2022 10:24

It’s a big change in attitude from the first lockdown isn’t it?
If you’d suggested this at that time, Mumsnet would have shredded you.

Janeandjohnny · 02/01/2022 10:24

@PurpleDaisies

Who is going to approach a random person walking in a field/the woods, and demand to know their covid status? Does that change the fact that it’s against the law with a large fine if you’re caught?
I do love the deference to authority in deference to logic. Its a walk, in the woods, with no people...its hardly, Boris style parties etc.
FrenchBoule · 02/01/2022 10:24

Go.
We went for a walk in the woods and planned the route so wouldn’t have to touch any gates/latches.

girlmom21 · 02/01/2022 10:27

I'm testing positive with no symptoms thanks to DP's anti-vaxx anti-lockdown prick of a friend.
DP is on day 6 but there's a faint positive on his LFT.
We've got a toddler and a baby and I'm going mad. Toddlers supposed to be back at nursery on Tuesday and we're waiting for a LFT set which won't be here till then at the earliest so she's going to be off until at least Wednesday but probably a bit longer until we're out of isolation.

If you're certain you won't see anyone then go, for your sanity.

Ugzbugz · 02/01/2022 10:34

There are a ton of people walking round clueless they have it and I don't see the police charging af them.

1 more person avoiding people won't do anything.
Day 6 and 7 thing is odd anyway as friends son turned negative but then passed to grandad anyway.

milly74 · 02/01/2022 10:36

@pictish

It’s a big change in attitude from the first lockdown isn’t it? If you’d suggested this at that time, Mumsnet would have shredded you.
yes thank goodness
hamstersarse · 02/01/2022 10:38

I’m on day 6 and have been for a nighttime walk every day from day 3. I haven’t seen anyone for any of them. I also live near woods/ fields.

Last nights was about 5km and I saw no one

I guess my risk was more from being a lone female out in the dark, but those sort of risks don’t matter anymore. @PurpleDaisies will be more concerned about how my covid breath might linger by a tree for 6 hours and infect an elderly person, or something incomprehensible like that