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theonewithnousername · 14/10/2020 18:16

I've been an absolute idiot and now I'm in such a shit situation I just don't know what to do. This is going to be a long one,a lot of information so I don't dripfeed, I have not told a soul any of this or even noted it down anywhere but I can not cope another second, I'm having suicidal thoughts now and feel like I just can't breathe in this house.

DP moved in just over a year ago from a different country. I filled in his eyes paperwork, made his appointment, registered him with doctors etc literally sorted out everything for him. This was my first relationship since escaping domestic violence from my DS dad (10 years of pure hell) I was single for three years and completely confided in DP. He knows everything that my ex done to me and I honestly thought he was different, I thought he was the one, my protector and in reality he is just as bad if not worse.

I feel guilty writing this about him, why has he got such a hold over me that I am the one feeling bad?!

Within the first few months of living here he was lovely, although he cleaned and did his fair share with housework he just point blank refused to ever cook food. I come home from working full time and the first thing he would say is 'what you gonna make to eat' after sitting on his arse all day playing PlayStation or watching movies. ( he was unemployed for 10 months - no benefits, fully supported by me, looking for work but actually it was me who made his cv and spent time applying for jobs for him - he works now but I applied for this job for him, I take him to and from work including when he finishes at 1am. I never get so much as a thank you, kiss my arse nowt, but then am made to feel like I should be grateful because he has given me £500 out of his wages so far)

In the first few months he had issues with my DS, my DS was speaking to him badly being messy etc. It has pretty much resolved now however during that time DP was physically aggressive towards me. When I say anything about it he plays it down and says he was joking, that wasn't fighting, or I wish you were a man (so he could fight me properly)
This is some of the things he did to me and I don't think it's a joke. He has put his hands around my throat numerous times, on my face knocking out my contact lenses, covering my mouth and choking me shouting do you want to die, thrown me to the floor and slapped me across the face, pulling me to the ground from behind and covering my mouth while screaming I fucking love you. That's without the intimidation and threats, he has made comments like chose, a rib or your ankle because I can't touch your pretty face, you're lucky you have a face like that, asking how deep the drain is in my back garden, if there is any plastic wrapping in the house, or on one occasion during an argument walking into the room sharpening a knife. He has ran upstairs with scissors threatening to cut my hair off, and hair clippers to make me bald.

This is so difficult for me because when he is nice he is so nice, we have a laugh and the above hasn't happened often, especially not now. I am pregnant. This baby was not planned, I was on the pill but did not have my breakthrough bleed. He has been nice to me lately but somethings that annoys me is he just expects sex whenever he says. This is 2/3 a day and that's a work day! Weekends it can be upto 6 times! Sometimes when we are getting on I want to, I am attracted to him, but other times I am not feeling well or just can't be arsed and he will go on and on and on.

I realise how much of an idiot I sound as I'm writing this. I did want to kick him out at the very first instance given he knows what I suffered in the past, but he gave up everything to move here, has no friends or family in this country and at the time had no money or work.

Today has been really really shit, it was the scan for the baby today. I was excited, getting ready he was playing his music, ( I can't stand it, it's vile rap talking about women in a disgusting way or guns etc etc and the videos to it are enough to make you sick) anyway I made a comment to him that he needs a new playlist because he always listens to the same songs. Well from that I got the silent treatment, would not walk into the hospital with me, didn't say a word to me and just made me feel so sad and uncomfortable at the scan. When the lady finished he just got up and walked out before I'd even got off the bed, I could of cried there and then. When we got home I asked him why he is making me feel like that for no reason and he just flipped out saying I'm a woman nothing more, he doesn't care about me just the kid, I'm mental, I have brain damage etc. He put his hands on my head from behind because I wouldn't shut the fuck up as he told me to. This wasn't hard but he was visibly angry and still had no right to touch me. I stopped talking and just tried to relax myself then took him to work. He's text me before he started saying love you bitch and a load of xxx.

I can't take this any more, it's making me ill. I know what I need to do but I think I needed to write this down for the reality to actually sink in for me. I know I've been an absolute idiot, I feel stupid and humiliated and ashamed of myself.
I tried to contact my person from women in need back before I fell pregnant, I had her number as she had been helping me with court proceedings against my ex, however she never replied to me. I just feel isolated and sad.

Thank you for reading this, if you managed it all Smile

OP posts:
Manxiety · 14/10/2020 19:16

@theonewithnousername

I'm going to pack mine and my sons stuff for a few days and go and stay at my grandparents house. So we won't be here at 1am when he has to make his own way home from work. Usually i have to set an alarm to wake up and go pick him up.

That will give me time to speak to people and sort this out without him around. I don't think he'll come to my grandparents, he doesn't drive and they live 20 miles away from here

What do you do with you DS when you collect him at 1am OP?

Stop making excuses about him not giving up. GET RID OF HIM. This is a deadly situation for you & your son. He doesn't sound like he cares anything for you and will probably be glad to get out of paying anything towards your child.

TheQueef · 14/10/2020 19:16

Good.
Can you get some professional help too, it doesn't have to be blue light.
Flowers

BlueThistles · 14/10/2020 19:16

Sending support OP 🌺

username501 · 14/10/2020 19:18

Well done OP just go.

Once you're there, then contact the national helpline: 0808 2000 247 and they can advise on what to do from there. It's a 24 hr number.

I would also dial 101 and speak to the police as that will count as evidence to help with the Occupation Order. An Occupation Order keeps him away from your house and a non molestation order, means he can't hurt you. A Non Mol is an arrestable offence, which means that if he comes near you, you dial 999 and he will be arrested. Power of arrest can also be added to an Occupation Order. Phone the NCDV which is also a 24hr number for more info.

Here's what to take:

Some form of identification
Birth certificates for you and your children.
Passports (including passports for all your children), visas and work permits.
Money, bankbooks, cheque book and credit and debit cards.
Keys for house, car, and place of work. (You could get an extra set of keys cut, and put them in your emergency bag.)
Cards for payment of Child Benefit and any other welfare benefits you are entitled to.
Driving licence (if you have one) and car registration documents, if applicable.
Prescribed medication.
Copies of documents relating to your housing tenure (for example, mortgage details or lease and rental agreements).
Insurance documents, including national insurance number.
Address book.
Family photographs, your diary, jewellery, small items of sentimental value.

OP you HAVE to be strong here. Get away and stay away from him.

Woolwichgirl · 14/10/2020 19:32

Jesus this is terrible..PLS YOU MUST LEAVE NOW..theres no time for second thoughts.Make arrangement and LEAVE..This guy sounds extremely dangerous and his not even hiding it..Pls pls whatever it takes,pack your things and leave...My goodness..This has sent chills down my spine..

Woolwichgirl · 14/10/2020 19:34

Also if you do go through with the pregnancy please make sure his name is not on the certificate.

FastAndCurious · 14/10/2020 19:38

Sweetheart please leave. Now.

I haven’t read the full thread because it made
me go cold and I wanted to reply as quickly as possible. You and your baby are in real and severe danger with this man. Please, please find some strength to call the police or a family member and get somewhere safe.

Do not put him on the birth certificate. You have nothing to feel guilty for, he is not your responsibility. You deserve to be safe and happy Flowers

theonewithnousername · 14/10/2020 19:39

My sons 14.
USually he's in bed when I leave at 1am to pick him up, but his work place is literally a 4 min drive there and 4 min back. Really now I think about it he could walk instead of dragging a pregnant woman out of bed in the cold dark and rain?!

I've got my stuff packed just money, deodorants contact lenses clothes driving licence purse and our passports, is that it for now?

My sons just getting his uniform, PlayStation and stuff and my grandparents know we're on our way. Although they don't know why, they liked him but he always put on the nice guy act to them.

Leaving this house soon but I will catch up as soon as I can. I'm dreading telling my grandparents. Thank you all again.

OP posts:
FastAndCurious · 14/10/2020 19:39

Just saw your update, we are all behind you.

Show your grandparents this thread if you need to, let them read what you wrote x

JenSays · 14/10/2020 19:39

I’m glad you’re getting away from him. He will kill you, and possibly your children.

In your shoes, if you get him out and he leaves the country, I would seriously consider telling him you’ve lost the baby.

Do not put him on the birth certificate. Do not give the baby his surname.

username501 · 14/10/2020 19:40

Council Tenancy Agreement saying it's in your name.

Snipples · 14/10/2020 19:40

Good luck OP. You can do it. You're doing the right thing. Tell your grandparents everything- don't leave anything out. Do not go back to him or the house without someone with you. Stay strong.

nickelbabe · 14/10/2020 19:42

Good luck.
Thank you for updating, now go!!
also remember to cancel any contracts that are in your name that are still at the house

ForeverWondering · 14/10/2020 19:42

Stay Safe OP.
Glad you're leaving and safe for now.
He may try to call and start threatening. They say it gets worst when you leave, so be prepared for abuse when he finishes to find you're gone.
Try and get some sleep. And inform the school too, just incase your son mentions something to them. Its better youve made them aware of the situation then them hear it from him first.
Look after yourself, and your babies. Stay strong. You're amazing! NEVER forget that xx

theonewithnousername · 14/10/2020 19:43

@FastAndCurious

Just saw your update, we are all behind you.

Show your grandparents this thread if you need to, let them read what you wrote x

I'm going to do this. It's easier than saying it all because it's bound to be emotional. I'm not sad now I feel quite numb, but feel sad that I am going to upset my grandparents
OP posts:
PeaceAndHarmoneeee · 14/10/2020 19:44

You are not going to upset your grandparents, they love you and your son and want you to be safe.

Good luck xx

theonewithnousername · 14/10/2020 19:45

@nickelbabe

Good luck. Thank you for updating, now go!! also remember to cancel any contracts that are in your name that are still at the house
I'm only staying away until he's out. This is my house and everything in it including any contracts so don't want to cancel everything. He'll probably smash everything but fuck it I have contents insurance.

You have all helped me more than you will ever know

OP posts:
YouBringLightInToADarkPlace · 14/10/2020 19:45

You can do this, OP, you're definitely doing the right thing. Good on you.

combatbarbie · 14/10/2020 19:47

I've read some shit in my time but the garden drain and plastics comment made my blood run cold!

Hopefully you will now see this for what it really is. He sounds dangerous.

May I ask how yous met and his native country? Are you sure his status wouldn't be revoked if he was charged by police?

Drogonssmile · 14/10/2020 19:48

Well done OP you're doing the right thing Thanks

countbackfromten · 14/10/2020 19:48

I’m so relieved to hear you are getting out. When you get to your grandparents please call the police and tell them about this. Does he know where your grandparents live?

HelenUrth · 14/10/2020 19:48

If I was a grandparent and my granddaughter arrived in a situation like yours, yes, I would be sad but also relieved she came to me.

You do not deserve this treatment.

This man is a horrific criminal. You owe him nothing.

Please tell your friends as well as police, sp people can help keep you safe.

This is not your fault. You have nothing to be ashamed about. I hope you strongly consider ending this pregnancy asap.

Good luck, be safe.

Wishing14 · 14/10/2020 19:48

Well done, I am so so pleased to see you have been so decisive and are getting out tonight. You are so much stronger than you realise and you can absolutely do this! You are more important. Your children are more important. All the advice on here has been spot on and I am sure you are taking it all on board but I wanted to let you know that I am so behind you and willing you to get out. You sound like an amazing mum, a strong and intelligent and kind woman, with so much more to offer the world than you probably realise. You WILL do this.

Mydarlingsleepthief · 14/10/2020 19:48

Please speak with everyone possible who can help you, and make sure the police are aware of what’s happened. You sound very strong, you need to get this man out of your life Sad

Sexnotgender · 14/10/2020 19:49

I’m so glad you’re getting out. You need to keep you and your children safe. He’s DANGEROUS. Don’t go back to him.

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