Hi,
I'll try keep this short....
I broke up with my children's father 3 years ago! We spent 9 years together and had 2 children. He cheated ... My youngest was too young but my eldest really struggled and even now he still occasionally struggles with the break up ... Anyway fast forward, I was happy being single raising my children on my own but by chance I met an amazing man! I introduced my boys after 8 months and we all bonded beautifully! They loved my new partner and he loved them equally ... 16 months on ... Now, to keep this short I won't go on but but I found out this man was a cocaine addict! Severely controlling, A narcissist and has emotionally and on one occasion been physically abusive! He's stripped me of all self esteem & confidence ... I've ended it with him and feel so relived but I'm absolutely devastated for my children! I haven't told them yet! 7 & 4 it's going to break their hearts into pieces!! I'm worried my oldest will blame me for another failed relationship and won't get over this!! I don't even know how to tell them, I'm heartbroken for them! ... Has anyone else been in this situation? If so, please could I have some guidance ... Thank you xx