HI There,
We live in Greater Sydney and have been in lockdown now for around 2.5 months. Most of this time, we've had no local covid cases. However, due to my acute medical situation, we've been really vigilant since covid first appeared in Australia, and both our teens have been very compliant. However, over the last week my 15 year daughter has been going out for a drive with her friend now and then. Her family and ours are both very careful and my husband and I are both double vaccinated. However, the rules are the rules, and with my health issues, I'm a strong advocate for sticking with them. At the same time, my daughter has some ongoing health issues of her own and her boyfriend broke up with her last weekend. While they're allowed to go exercising together, I'm not as keen for them to go walking at night and they are feeling caged in. Her friend is doing year 12 and they are both young carers and I can well understand the need for a break.
I just wondered if other parents are finding their teen's compliance is wearing off and some suggestions for improvement. I am also concerned that she's putting me at risk. She is getting vaccinated on Friday so that's a relief.
It's hard too because the cases of covid have increased significantly after we've been in lockdown. So, as lockdown fatigue is intensifying, the numbers are also at their peak. It's a tough one.
I'd appreciate some suggestions.
Best wishes,
Birdwings
