Am I in the minority by following the guidance?

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I’m on mat leave (due to go back in 2 weeks but can work from home then), DH is now working from home every day. Since the guidance was released at the start of the week we haven’t been out other than to the supermarket or for a quick walk. Even just a few days in I’m finding it exhausting being stuck in the house with a baby, trying to keep her entertained, but I’m doing it because I think it’s vitally important that those who can stay at home do (appreciate we’re in a privileged position and not everyone can just stay in).

PILs, SIL and BIL (who all work from home or don’t work) seem to be just carrying on life as normal (going to the gym and visiting friends, etc) and keep popping round to our house for a cup of tea, inviting us round for dinner, etc. I can hear them all downstairs now playing with DD, I’ve had to come upstairs to stop from losing it. Mentioned to a friend today that I was finding it boring being at home and she said she was out but would come and visit with her toddler this afternoon. I said no to my friend but DH seems to be encouraging his family.

I feel like I’m losing the plot now. Am I just taking this way too seriously by basically putting myself in lockdown before it’s mandatory? DH thinks we should just do what we want until the government says otherwise.

You’re doing the right thing, DH and I are lucky enough to be able to WFH and I’ve stayed inside the last few days (pg) and cancelled meet ups with family the next few weeks. One of the nursery Mum’s just messaged me to ask if I was going to toddler dance class tomorrow

The thread on here about elderly parents with health issues not doing any social distance is chilling. I also made the mistake of reading comments under Alton Towers’ post about opening this weekend (irresponsible madness), so many people praising them for doing something positive and they can’t wait to take all the kids for a bit of light relief!

DH and I are both in our 60s with respiratory issues that mean we could possibly need hospital care if we caught CV so we’re doing the sensible thing and isolating for the duration,

We’re on Day 7 now and each other’s company is beginning to become a little irksome at times... I’m hoping that the weather improves soon so that I can sit in the garden .

But importantly us following guidelines means that there are 2 less for the NHS to worry about.

Im on lockdown too, have been since Sunday. My daughter has congenital heart disease and renal stenosis so iv kept us all indoors with no visitors. Lonely as me and partner have split up recently, im anxious too and cant really get my head around all the madness. As long as we are indoors then I feel in control. Hope everybody stays safe x

Roads around here are very quiet and most people I know are stopping inessential activities. Having said that the hairdressers all still seem to be open .i totally sympathise with everyone who is going to struggle financially but the advice is very clear if we want to protect the vulnerable in society. I think some people still have the mindset that social distancing is to protect them rather than to protect the wider community.

We’re both working from home, and aside from school pick up and drop off, have only been to the supermarket or pharmacy for the last fortnight.

You really must lock the door and tell them you are self isolating. Forget about being polite. Your visitors are putting YOUR life at risk.

It IS ok though to go for a walk in the local park, just remember to keep your distance.

Our restaurants and bars closed down at the beginning of the week. Our schools closed a week ago.

We go to a local park for a walk every day.

The postman wears gloves and leaves packages outside the front door. I bring them in, leave them aside for 48 hours and then open them. It says contact on surface objects lasts 48 hours.

Shops open at specific times for the elderly only. We shop twice a week and less often if we can.

We stay in contact via Skype, email and social media.

It isn’t that bad.

My neighbour a few doors down has a confirmed case of corona in the house, the ambulance has been round twice and told them to self-isolate. Yet her kids have twice been round to ask mine to come out and play, wearing masks (like that will ease my worry). I can't believe how irresponsible some people are! Of course I said no, but I can't believe the parents are letting them out and allowing them to seek out other kids!

I know lots of people carrying on with classes and coffees and social activities as normal. They're fuckwits and my view on them has changed completely.

That said I do understand how it seems bizarre to not be able to pop in for a chat with a friend when you will see them at the school gate so hopefully once schools are closed people will start complying a bit more.

Thanks everyone! I was actually starting to think I was losing my mind a bit.

I told DH I think him and his whole family are either stupid, careless or burying their heads in the sand. I also reminded him that I have a microbiology degree (not currently in use) so, whilst I’m certainly no expert, I might have a better idea than him of how these things can spread so he should perhaps listen to me when I say this is serious. I feel like I can see the disaster looming on the horizon but can’t get anyone around me to take action to help avert it. It’s exhausting.

He’s accepted what I’m saying and agreed to speak with his family. I don’t hold out much hope that they’ll make any big changes any time soon though. PILs have booked a last minute holiday to the south coast now apparently!

Anyway, off to have a large glass of wine. It’s been a very long day. Thanks all, stay safe.