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He threw juice in my face

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Stressedandangry · 13/12/2017 10:47

I've nc for this one.

My dp threw juice in my face. Last night we argued, it was a follow of from the argument the day before.

The day before our kitchen flooded, I was up with the baby, I woke dp up at 10am when it started he got up I phoned the landlord. All the while I was the one putting buckets of water outside, talking to the landlord and looking after the baby while he just ranted about all the water (did nothing about it just moaned his face off). I got sick of it and told him he needed to start helping me out. I was stressed the baby has had bad colic and reflux so has been extra needy, screaming, crying fighting his sleep constantly and needing cuddles all the time. We ended up arguing again and he went to bed. This was at 2pm. So he left me to deal with everything all day. I was exhausted I'd been up most of the night with the baby, he knew this. He eventually got up at 7pm saying he was going to the gym with his friends. The plumber hadn't come out yet and it was the babys bed time. I was livid! I asked him not to go to the gym and stay and deal with the plumber as I needed To go to bed with the baby (we co sleep and it's difficult to sneek away lately with the colic and reflux) he said no he was going and I'd have to just deal with it. I'm not proud but I lost it (baby wasn't around, was in the bedroom). I said he was being selfish when I needed him to step up he crawled into bed and now fucking off to the gym. He said he didnt care and he was going. I had to walk away.

Got the baby to sleep, the plumber came around 8ish he was thankfully still here so dealt with it but of course let me know how pissed off he was that he had to stay behind whe he should have left. He the tried to make up with me, I said I was too angry, the then said fuck you and went to the gym, I went to bed.

Turns out the problem was a blocked pipe and the water coming up through the sink was the neighbours.
The neighbour came to the door with her brother in law who was a "plumber" so I spent about an hour and a half with them while the brother in llaw pissed about out the back with the pipe only to come up with the same conclusion the plumber had. I was exhausted they woke the baby up I had to spend about another hour getting the baby off to sleep I finally got to sleep at about midnight.

Dp was working early yesterday so had the morning again with the baby, waiting on the plumber and trying to explain the situation to the neighbour. Dp came home and expected everythig to be fine. I've never been so angry with him. We argued, I got the baby off to nap finally. Went back to the livingroom, we argued some more he then opened my Christmas present he got me (a ring) and threw it in my face saying he didn't want me to have it so I put it in the waste paper bin (childish I know) he went ballistic tried to grab my phone out my hand to break it when he couldn't get it he threw juice from a glass on the table in my face. It went up the walls I was soaked. He then proceeded to call me all sorts and tell me how fat and disgusting he thought I was how I was shit mum how shit I am at doing everything the list goes on.

There's more but I'm too drained. I want to leave him but we are tied into this joint tenancy until October next year. I feel so stuck and don't know what To Do.

No one needs to point out the arguing isn't good for the baby, I know. It stresses me out but he's not around for most of it and when he is we don't shout ect.

I don't know what I'm looking for, maybe just to vent. I know the advice will be to leave, to contact womans aid ECT. But I can't leave so maybe I need to vent. I don't want to talk to anyone in rl about it all they think he's great, he used to be but lately the past 6 or so months he's a different person. A horrible one.

OP posts:
Iflyaway · 13/12/2017 11:57

I don't think throwing juice at you is that much of a big issue. I've thrown vodka at my aunt before and she did it back... We're fine now smile

Well I do. It's not exactly something you do to someone you love.....

Maybe that's how your family dynamics work, but that's up to you and yours.
Anyway, glad it hasn't affected your relationship with your aunt.

OP, I am sure I am old enough to be your mum too and want to give you a hug too.

Please don't subject yourself and your baby to his abusive style, he sounds utterly selfish and self-absorbed.

I became a single mum when he was 6 months old. Also due to abuse. It wasn't always easy but SO much better than the alternative.
He's now 26 and a wonderful lad. And I am enjoying empty nest time for myself now. Grin

Wishing you all the best and wisdom in your choices.

thatcatpidgeon · 13/12/2017 11:58

So all your attention used to be on him, then you had a an actual baby about 6 months who has needed your attention...

He used to be a bit of a twat but you could probably manage him by pandering to his needs, then about 6 months ago he turned into a massive, selfish thundercunt.

I think I see the connection..!

Sounds like a selfish, self-centred, self involved manchild who doesn't want to step up and work through the baby stage as a team. Who also thinks that just because your life has changed beyond all recognition his shouldn't because it would mean not only is the spotlight off him but he'd have to make some changes that would be terribly inconvenient to his self-centred existence. Probably already resents the minimal impact the baby has had, let alone the one it would have if he was properly involved. I bet you don't get to go to the gym whenever the mood strikes you?

As for calling you names and throwing juice at you - I really thought that this thread would be about a toddler, I wasn't entirely wrong.

You probably are in a better position than you think in terms of what you are entitled to - it does sound like you'd be better of out of the relationship though Flowers

JaneEyre70 · 13/12/2017 12:02

He's not giving you any support whatsoever, and life hasn't changed one bit for him since having a child. I think you need to read these warning signs lovey - throwing a drink at someone is a really aggressive move, and I'd be very worried what else he was capable of. I can truthfully say in 25 + years DH and I have argued horribly but never thrown anything at each other, it's crossing a line.
Worries about money and rent are not a good enough reason to stay with someone. You need to speak to your local housing/council and Women's Aid to get the ball rolling here. Truthfully, walk away. You deserve better and so does your baby. Sending strength and hugs Flowers

Cantuccit · 13/12/2017 12:02

I don't think throwing juice at you is that much of a big issue. I've thrown vodka at my aunt before and she did it back... We're fine now smile

Annorlunda, it's very different when a man throws something on a woman. It's aggressive and a sure sign that things will escalate in future.

rachy22 · 13/12/2017 12:10

Hi OP,
I don't want to minimise what you're going through, it sounds like a horrible situation, and what he did/has been doing is not acceptable at all. But I'm wondering whether your DP might have post natal depression? Sounds like he's avoiding helping with the baby (colicky screaming baby will only be making it worse), and really anything else in general, and just going to bed or the gym to get away from it all. Just something you might want to consider before ending everything and leaving.
Really hope you can get some help in some way soon Thanks

Stressedandangry · 13/12/2017 12:14

Hi all thanks so much for reading and your advice and suggestions. I am reading it's just with baby and a flood I'm not able to reply properly right now. I will though

OP posts:
JacquelineChan · 13/12/2017 12:15

Rachy I had post natal depression and unfortunately I did not have the option of going to bed or going to the gym ! and I certainly didn't throw anything in anyones face .
I think posters on here , myself included, have seen this behaviour from somebody in our own lives and we can recognise it for what it is.

OP you may not leave this time ( it took me a couple of attempts) but you'll draw strength from the advice on here .

I don't want you to be forced into a corner but you sound like you know you are better off without this 'man'

becotide · 13/12/2017 12:25

When the baby has slept, and the flood has gone, and you have caught up on rest and calmed down, it will be a massive temptation to seep this under the carpet, forget all about it, and make an effort to not challenge your partner.

Please don't give into that temptation. You will live the life of a dog with this man.

Cantwaitforchristmas · 13/12/2017 13:17

I feel for you OP. I am in the same situation as you & its shit. My DH literally turned into a person I didn't know or like when our DS was born-now 10 months. He was/is nasty, verbally aggressive, sarcastic, just horrible. Everyone also thinks he's amazing Hmm because that's what he wants others to see.

I agree with it being classic abuser, they wait until you're at your most vulnerable/trapped to show you their true colours.

I have tried to talk to my DH about what he is like & whilst he acknowledges it (sort of!) he also minimises & blames me.

Our tenancy also doesn't run out until august so I am stuck too. If I leave he won't pay although he could afford to but is shit with money. I don't want him taking me down with him & I don't want to stay at the house as I am 50 miles from friends & family. It's so crap.

No words of wisdom from me, but I know how you're feeling, PM me if you wish. Good luck Flowers

Hissy · 13/12/2017 13:25

Cantwaitforchristmas sweetheart, can your family help you to get out?

PersianCatLady · 13/12/2017 13:28

Please go and get some advice about your options from WomensAid or CAB so you can make an informed choice about what to do next.

Stressedandangry · 13/12/2017 16:02

I've decided I'm going to tell my 2 aunties who I'm meeting up with on Saturday. I'll tell them how difficult it has been. Then maybe it will be easier to walk away knowing people will know and hold me to it?
I've thought about leaving before but it seems so hard. Apart from the housing thing I still love the arse hole. How do you stop loving someone? In my brain I know I need to end things. I know he's an arse.

I'll make a plan to get out. I'm going to speak to my landlord. Even if I have to stay until the lease is up I'm going to make a plan to leave.

It's messing with me because in every other part of my life i don't take shit like this I dont know why I've been putting up with it. Im not timid and will stand up to him I just don't know why I stay.

I thought (probably naively) he was my forever. We had a baby, saving for a mortgage ect. I love him but I also hate him? It's not good.

I feel so drained Sad

OP posts:
becotide · 13/12/2017 17:44

You stay because you are used to being able to fix things when they go wrong. Your relatiionship with him has gone wrong, and you've been trying to fix it. The part of your brain that is used to fixing things doesn't allow for heinous abusive cunts, unfortunately, so your brain is telling you to try again, try again, try again.

You have to override the part of your brain that wants to fix things. He can't be fixed. He's broken.

And yes, do tell your aunties.

notapizzaeater · 13/12/2017 18:19

Def tell your aunties -they will,give you support

KillSwitch · 14/12/2017 09:50

"I don't think throwing juice at you is that much of a big issue. I've thrown vodka at my aunt before and she did it back... We're fine now smile"

Ignore this, it absolutely is a big deal, it's assault! OP as a police officer can I urge you to at the very least log this with the police. It is very typical for an abuser to escalate their behaviour during pregnancy and after the baby is born and if you are planning on leaving him then the risk to you will potentially become higher. If you log it with the police they can put safety measures in place in the interim, point you towards local support and should anything else happen they will have your history with him on the system and will be able to respond appropriately should you need them in future.

ptumbi · 14/12/2017 16:49

I don't think throwing juice at you is that much of a big issue. I've thrown vodka at my aunt before and she did it back - you are both abusive; this is not a normal healthy relationship. You may be 'fine' now, until the next time.

OP - I hope you do log it.

And then LTB.

Luxanna · 14/12/2017 17:26

He is vile.
Violence is bubbling away inside him itching to get out.
He is immature.
He will not change.
He will at steady intervals reveal new vile behavior when he thinks he got away with the last lot.

You are strong.
You are capable.
You sound like a determined person who does not back down, does not give up when faced with tough challenges.

He will use those traits against you.
If you stay you will be stuck sorting out and doing everything...ALWAYS.

You can't fix him.

Angelf1sh · 14/12/2017 17:51

Definitely speak to your landlord about this, they may well be happy to take you off the lease. You need to get shot of this piece of shit, he sounds horrendous. And I’d tell the police about the whole thing too.

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