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Pregnancy and Driving

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Brs12 · 22/08/2023 15:33

Hiya,
I am currently 6 months pregnant and although it happened a little earlier than planned me and my husband couldnt be happier, however I can’t help but feel super stressed constantly due to not being able to drive.

We live very rurally and so have no access to public transport and I currently rely on a coworker for lifts to and from work and my husband and nearby family for other lifts etc.
I have been learning on and off for nearly 4 years now, I have had a couple of instructors who have both said I am ready for my test but due to nerves and just making stupid mistakes on the day I have failed multiple tests.

I have one booked for next month and I am doing everything I can to pass this one but I can’t help but lose hope after failing so many times before after feeling so prepared. I am doing everything I can to make sure I pass, going driving with my husband most nights, doing test routes and driving whenever we need to go anywhere. Due to the current waiting times for driving tests this is most likely my last chance before the baby is due.

due to where we live I feel completely useless not being able to drive and I constantly worry about what I am going to do if I can’t drive once the baby arrives.

just a vent really but also wondering if anyone has been in a similar situation and how they managed to cope?
any advice welcomed at this point 😅

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LeopardLover · 22/08/2023 16:58

My situation was a bit different because I live about 4 miles from a big city, but I too was learning to drive while pregnant! Unfortunately I didn't pass before having baby (thanks COVID) and failed my first test, but did eventually pass once I could get rebooked!

Fingers crossed you'll pass first time (it's often just luck re what examiner you get and the route) but if you don't you will get there! Just persevere 😊 try not to put too much pressure on yourself. X

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