follow (someone or something) about
To move or follow close behind someone or something, often in an annoying way. I'm a preschool teacher, so I've had toddlers following me about all day. The interior designer can't get any work done with your puppy constantly following her about!
follow someone or something about
and follow someone or something aroundto go the same route as someone or something all the time; to trail someone or something. Why are you always following me about? Stop following me around.