Jessica Rach, who just hit her second trimester, reveals what it’s really like to be pregnant during the coronavirus outbreak.
Dinner at the hotel was a hushed tense affair, the atmosphere among the few guests muted as the impact of what was happening hit everyone. What was supposed to be a celebration had turned into a worry, and we decided to return home and quarantine in a bid to avoid spreading potential germs to the elderly – and with the pregnancy very much at the forefront of our minds.
After some deliberation, we decided to ignore the rest of the supermarkets on our route and finish our drive back to London. On the off-chance, we nipped into our local corner shop and discovered a £2.50 toilet paper package. Honestly, it felt like a mirage – never did I think finding bog roll would cause me so much excitement.A dearth of pregnancy-appropriate painkillers
I have always suffered from extreme headaches and migraines, which have increased during pregnancy. Despite my boyfriend searching as many as 20 stores in the nearby areas, though, we couldn’t find any, so I tried my hardest to sleep off the pain instead.Along with the near-apocalyptic situation in the stores, I have also witnessed a great deal of kindness. In fact, my neighbour, aware that I’m expecting, messaged me to offer her own supplies and continued to check up on me.
However, I really feel for those suffering a more complicated pregnancy and unable to get the care they need, or who are close to their due date and face a potentially infected labour ward.Asking to work from home To my employer’s credit, they were very supportive. However, I still felt guilty about all my colleagues who still had to go into the office .
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Coronavirus: YouTube and Netflix to reduce streaming quality to stop internet from breakingThe move follows an unprecedented usage of the internet during the coronavirus pandemic.
Read more »
9 Individual Acts Of Kindness Proving Love And Humanity Wins Over Covid-199 Individual Acts Of Kindness Proving Love And Humanity Will Win Over The Coronavirus
Read more »
Coronavirus: Gareth Southgate urges England fans to 'look out for each other'England manager Gareth Southgate says 'we shouldn't spend another moment' thinking about the postponement of Euro 2020.
Read more »
The Beauty Brands And Charities Helping Those In Need During The Coronavirus PandemicComing together to create a positive force against Covid-19
Read more »
8 easy ways you can help small businesses right now8 easy ways you can help small businesses during the coronavirus pandemic
Read more »
Rebecca Long-Bailey calls for universal basic income during coronavirus pandemicLabour leadership contender says workers need financial security
Read more »