https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sun, 12 Apr 2026 07:53:21 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/aita-covid-19-edition#post-2912791 Tue, 24 Mar 2020 19:49:47 +0000 lady baltimore 2912791@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Thanks for the feedback!</p> <p>@josina: There are probably 20 people spread out around the office, but I only interact with about 5 of them while I am there. </p> <p>@karenbme: The original idea was to get up to speed with a few tasks that they might need remote help with in the event that they couldn't go into the office, but that hasn't materialized.</p> <p>@Bluemasonjar: I am doing my best to practice social distancing while I am there, wash my hands frequently, not touch my face, etc. They are doing a lot to keep the place clean (frequently wiping down surfaces, new pens for everyone who comes in) so it feels like reasonable precautions are being taken.</p> <p>As it is working out, it looks like my schedule won't allow me to help out beyond today and tomorrow. I'll feel better that I helped out when I could, but also that I am able to stay at home after that. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/aita-covid-19-edition#post-2912766 Tue, 24 Mar 2020 11:25:29 +0000 Bluemasonjar 2912766@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My mom works in title insurance and even though the state enacted shelter in place yesterday she is still being required to go into the office. </p> <p>If you go in the rest of the week I would limit contact and distance yourself as much as possible. I personally would be tempted to help out while you can but it certainly comes with some risk. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/aita-covid-19-edition#post-2912762 Tue, 24 Mar 2020 09:22:04 +0000 karenbme 2912762@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Is there a way you can help out remotely? If it's paperwork what can you print at home, complete, scan and email (or dropbox if it's sensitive)? There's gotta be a middle ground between exposing yourself/your family and walking away from your dad when he needs help. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/aita-covid-19-edition#post-2912761 Tue, 24 Mar 2020 09:18:34 +0000 josina 2912761@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>How many people are you coming into contact with at his office? If it's just you and him, I would try to help. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/aita-covid-19-edition#post-2912760 Tue, 24 Mar 2020 08:51:02 +0000 gotkimchi 2912760@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would not risk it </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/aita-covid-19-edition#post-2912753 Mon, 23 Mar 2020 21:01:35 +0000 lady baltimore 2912753@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I am a teacher and DH is a grad student and a coach, so we are both home for the duration of COVID-19-related shut-downs. We were both home with DD (4) for most of last week. </p> <p>For a few hours on Thursday and most of the day on Friday, I went in to my father's office to help him catch up on work. He owns a real estate law firm and title company, and business is booming with refis.</p> <p>My parents have done a lot for our family, and I would help my father in any way that I can. That said, I feel a bit uncomfortable going in to his office (even with frequent handwashing, etc.) when I am not strictly required to. Our state has just enacted a prohibition against non-essential work, but loan processing qualifies as essential in the financial sector.</p> <p>By the end of the week, my job as a remote teacher and SAH parent will mean that I am too busy to help my father. AITA if I go to work in his office for the rest of this week? </p>