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Post by Sarah on Oct 25, 2014 12:22:15 GMT
I have been with Paul for a year and a half. Before we got together I was warned he had a temper with his last girlfriend, but had no idea how bad it was and naively believed i was different and he wouldn't lose his temper with me.
The beginning was great he was the most caring boyfriend i ever had. After 3 months of going out, Paul got into a fight with his step dad which resulted in us finding a place and moving in together. Long story short thats when I met the real Paul. He was angry all the time for no reason, would go out on a Thursday for a few drinks and I wouldn't hear from him until he came home on a sunday night. He worked offshore and when he was away, if he facetimed me and there was no answer he would tell me to pack my Things and move out. Eventually it just became easier to stay in the house unless i was at work so i could be available to answer any call. He has broke at least 6 of my phones and smashed my car up twice and smashed our lounge window when he has been drunk and angry. No one knows what our relationship is like except his mum.
Shortly after i announced i was 12 weeks pregnant he caused a scene at my best friends wedding where i was bridesmaid and i had to leave early. Since being pregnant he has also started to lose his temper when sober too. Everytime he goes out drinking i move our cars away from The house and stay up all night in fear he comes home in a mood. He is out just now and am wondering if it would be the perfect time to escape. But i am 24 weeks pregnant, when drunk he says his life is over due to this baby. I have nowhere to go. What do i do? Will he change with professional help?
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Post by A on Oct 26, 2014 23:44:20 GMT
No, you are not in a safe environment at all. Your partner sounds like a very abusive, violent man. He also sounds very dependent on drinking. I know this because my dad is too, an alcoholic and when he drank it would change him massively.
Being pregnant and being in this abusive relationship is not healthy or safe for your or your baby. You need to get out before he starts being violent towards you. If he can break your personal belongings that is abuse at its finest, and it won't be long before he starts to hurt you.
I know this because my boyfriend would break my things, and my phones. And then the violence progressed and became towards me. I've been told to reach out to a DV Hotline, ring one closest to your area and speak up. They'll protect you and your unborn child.
You don't deserve this, and remember it's not your fault.
In my opinion, professional help doesn't change an abuser, they have to want to change for themselves but first of all regognise the behaviour he is showing isn't acceptable. Which I highly doubt he'll say to himself. Professional help won't do any good for him, especially if he drinks quite a lot.
I've tried asking my boyfriend to go for professional help, he says he doesn't need it and tells me his behaviour is acceptable.
Speak up, your not alone and keep posting here as much as you need. Take care of yourself and your little one.
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Post by karen on Oct 27, 2014 3:58:31 GMT
HI Sarah! I agree with A..no he will not change..very few men change..they really have a belief that all they do is justified and not wrong. If you have a local Domestic Violence Center..go there or call. "A" is right..he sounds very violent to me and if he hasn't hit you yet..there is a very good chance he will. The Domestic Violence Center can shelter you and help you to get on your feet. I can't tell you how many times my ex-boyfriend (whom I lived with for about 9 months) told me to pack and get out. It usually was with every argument we had..he started every one and if I didn't agree with him the way he wanted me to..he told me to get out. He knew this was the absolute last thing on this earth that I would want and that I would do anything to not leave. He used that against me..just like he used the same tactic on his wife to get her to leave their home and the marriage. He knew what was a "deal breaker" for her and he did that. It worked..she left.
Any time is the PERFECT time to leave..the DV center can also help you with legal advice and how to get support for your unborn child, they may also help you get a restraining order from a judge which would keep him away from you and keep you safe. YOU and YOUR BABY are the priority at this time. Please keep coming here to talk to us..we will always help you.
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Post by Kb on Oct 27, 2014 22:14:53 GMT
Hi Sarah-
I'm glad you shared your thoughts and concerns.
Your boyfriend's actions sound scary. The way he is treating you is not okay and it is not your fault.
You should never have to feel afraid of your significant other, or wonder what will happen next. Someone who cares for you will not damage your property or make you feel afraid. I agree with A, that in the future, instead of damaging your things, your boyfriend may be hurting you. Unfortunately, abuse always tends to get worse over time. It may start out with yelling, then a little shove here and there, then progress.
I would suggest calling a domestic violence hotline, as the others suggested. You don't have to give your name or identify yourself in any way. Many times the person who answers the phone may have been in an abusive situation herself, and understands.
There are so many resources out there to help you. Sometimes a DV center can pick you up at your home/apartment and bring you to a safe place. They have places you can stay to be safe. They can also help you with groceries, and getting back on your feet. At the DV center in my area, lawyers who are caring and competent will come and meet with any women who wants advice (for free).
When you use your computer or phone to access this website or to call a DV hotline, please delete your browser history/cookies, and/or recent calls. Many times men who are abusive will invade their partner's privacy (e.g. go through their phone, look at a computer's history).
I left my boyfriend when I was about 14 wks pregnant. He was verbally abusive and somewhat physically abusive. He knew exactly how to push my buttons, and I was afraid of him. Around the time I became pregnant, he threatened to beat me up. I knew I had to leave to protect myself and my child. It was really difficult, because I felt a bond with him because of our child. Thankfully, my family had an inkling of what was happening, and they asked if I wanted to move home. My mom suggested I contact the local DV center. I didn't really want to, but I decided to and they helped me so much. I began to learn about domestic violence. I learned about the warning signs of someone who is abusive (I didn't know there were any warning signs!), I learned about the cycle of violence and why it can be so hard sometimes for women to leave. I was able to meet with an attorney who helped me with the legal questions I had. I was able to start healing.
Stay safe. You know your boyfriend the best and how to stay safe when you are around him. Sometimes it is ok to act as if everything is ok when you are around him (even if in your heart you are feeling many different emotions). Don't hesitate to post again . . . everyone here is wonderful.
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Post by janine on Oct 31, 2014 23:05:01 GMT
Sarah,
Please contact a DV shelter or hotline immediately. You and your baby are in danger- and I have had many members talks about abusive boyfriends who ended up kicking their pregnant partners into the belly- it is a VERY serious problem and happens a lot. He sounds especially stressed by the prospect of a baby, and has an abusive history.
He will not change. Abusers like that simply wont change.
If you feel that you are in immediate danger, please call the police in your country right away. They can pick you up and bring you to a shelter, making sure you leave safe and have time alone in the apartment you have with him to gather your belongings.
We are here, let us know how you are doing!!!
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Post by jeannie812 on Nov 6, 2014 5:42:08 GMT
My situation: My abusive husband showed his abuse towards our middle daughter Crissy. Crissy is so like me, she is outgoing and bubbly, and speaks her mind. I believe that is why he targeted her. She reminds him so much of me.
So, all I'm pointing out is that your guy will target your children at any point. Right now he is targeting the child in your womb. Can you imagine what he will do if the child reminds him of you?
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Post by babychimes on Nov 13, 2014 20:45:08 GMT
In my experience Id leave him whilst you're carrying your child. My son who is now 7 years old still now remembers things that I had forgotten he had seen and remembers things he had said that is crucifying. I wished I'd have left just after the second time he hit me. It would have saved my heart, my daughters heart as well as our sons heart. Leave now.... It doesn't get better in my experience! Causes too much heartache, he will never change unfortunately. Hope you're ok and get the courage to do what you think is right. No point in telling you to leave, only you know when you've had enough! Good luck
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