Hi Ladies, first post :-).
I have a friend who has children young school age. She has looked after them solely from birth. The Dad visits, but when he's around he's very critical and verbally abusive to my friend.
*Examples: 1- When she was ill in hospital and DR's wanted to keep her in, she had to discharge herself because he wouldn't look after the children (they don't live together). 2- A recent event meant one of the children took ill in the early hours of the morning, she called an ambulance and called the Dad to look after the other child. He refused, meaning both children had to go to the hospital. Fair few examples such as this.
She has tried her best for the children, but he emotionally abuses her to the point she is really down. She just can't carry on like this.
What are her options? Is there anyone she can talk too? Anyone with any experience?
Thank. you so much in advance, all help is appreciated.