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Mumsnet has not checked the qualifications of anyone posting here. If you need help urgently or expert advice, please see our domestic violence webguide and/or relationships webguide. Many Mumsnetters experiencing domestic abuse have found this thread helpful: Listen up, everybody

TW (violence) I know what I need to do but I don’t know how

129 replies

lost1212 · 07/03/2025 02:11

So this is my first time posting here and I’m not sure if anyone can see any of my private details so please if you can can someone let me know!

I’ve been with my partner for almost 9 years, we have a son together (just for background). We’ve always bickered it’s just us but the past id say year or 2 things have gone past bickering. We argue all the time about everything and nothing. We had an argument last summer I was sat on the floor cleaning up the toys and I told him I didn’t appreciate how he’d shouted at our son earlier that day he grabbed a vimto bottle off of the table charged at me and rammed it in my eye (cut the side of my eye and gave me a horrendous black eye) I just sat in shock, the next day he swore it would never happen again. A few months later I can’t even remember what had happened but I said something and he emptied his coke can all over me.

A few months passed nothing happened but then early last year I was curling my hair getting ready to go out and my son was acting up a little for him, he got frustrated because I didn’t immediately go and help so he game into the bedroom and as I stood up to get my clothes he threw me down the side of the bed and repeatedly jumped on my legs and stomach and then hit me with I don’t even know what then emptied a big bottle of Evian over me. Again a few months pass not much happens the usual verbal abuse “shh” when I’m speaking, I’m fat, I’m ugly, I’m a bad mum etc etc but then yesterday I was in a bit of a quiet mood it had been a long day I was relaxing on my bed he said he wanted to go to sleep so I got up and went to go have a bath as I left the room he put his arms around my next and like tried lifting me up via my neck essentially trying to choke me? I don’t know what was the goal and then proceeded to grab me by my face again from my behind (cutting my nose and just under my eye).

Then today I told him I’d had enough I didn’t want to live like this anymore and I needed him to leave, he proceeded to run at me and fly kick me again the kitchen sides 6 maybe 7 times, started pelting things at me (cocoa butter, a hair brush, the remote my only saving grace was the thick prick tried to throw a wax burner at me and instead got wax all over his hands so he stopped) I went and cleaned myself up and repeated I didn’t want him here to which he made mocking sounds started shhhsing me everytime I spoke, came over smacked me round the side of my head and ripped up my colouring book (which sounds stupid but it was girl moments and I really loved some of the pictures I’d done in there) and started to say some vile things about my mum which I don’t want to repeat let alone type out.
I’d also like to stress NONE of this my son has ever seen but here lies my issue, I’ve been a stay at home mum we rely on him essentially for everything, when I ask him to leave he uses it against me tells me that he call social services on me and tell them that I can’t provide for my son that I’ll have no food or clothes for my son, as it stands I’ve been asking him for a couple quid to go and get some pads, some deodorant like just the basics just for myself but I get shhhsd. I know he’s never gonna change I know it I’m laying in my sons bed with a lump on my eye and purple marks on the side of my face and I’m scared one day I’m going to snap back at him and end up doing something wild but I’m stuck here I don’t know what I do I know what I need to do but if it turns out how he says then I don’t know what I do.

Im sorry this is so long but I’m lost and I don’t have a soul I can tell any of this too and I don’t want to end up battered and bruised every week I’m tired I’m so f’in tired

OP posts:
Pootlemcsmootle · 07/03/2025 08:55

Slinkyminky22 · 07/03/2025 02:20

He's abusing you. Police and SS will see through any lies. Please get help when he's at work tomorrow. Call women's aid and the police. They will support you.

Please please do this. His abuse is escalating in intensity fast and he'll kill you if you stay, and your kids won't have a mother and they need you.

The police and SS have heard lies a million times over from abusers like him. Ask for help as soon as you can, get away from this man.

I'm so sorry you're going through this and that any of this has happened to you.

Pootlemcsmootle · 07/03/2025 09:00

lost1212 · 07/03/2025 02:29

He’d never hurt my son despite everything he is a brilliant dad which I think makes it so much harder because I know whatever the outcome is will majorly impact my son and god I love that little man more than anything
Do you know if I have to give the NCDV my personal details or can I do it anonymously because I don’t think I’m quite ready for it all to come out

Believe me he'll start beating your son too if you stay. They always do.

Endofyear · 07/03/2025 09:11

He isn't a brilliant dad, a brilliant dad is not violent and abusive to the mother of his child. He is an abusive bully.

Please contact Women's Aid and the police. This is serious - you need to leave. His violence is escalating and he could end up killing you.

Women's Aid can help you leave safely. They can advise you on what benefits you can apply for and help with housing etc. You and your child won't starve, you won't lose custody, this is bullshit that your vile partner is telling you to make you fearful and to control you.

I know he's made you feel that you can't manage without him. This is how men like him operate. But he is wrong - you ARE strong enough to leave and make a new life for yourself and your son. You both deserve that. Don't kid yourself that this violent and abusive behaviour isn't noticed by your son. He is growing up in a household with domestic abuse and that is damaging. You owe it to him and to yourself to get away.

Please call women's aid and the police today. You need help 💐

Dery · 07/03/2025 09:17

OP - you’ve had great advice upthread. You’re in huge danger from this man and on the road to becoming a statistic. He is an appalling father. His violence against you is also violence against your son. Your son will grow up thinking this is normal and may go on to be an abuser himself. You have reached a stage where you must take action to get away.

Do NOT tell him your plans. He is likely to become more violent. Please go to the police and tell them what has happened. Take photos of your bruises so you have evidence. The NCDV can advise you. You don’t have to share your contact details for them to do that. But speak to the police first if you can as this violence should be on record with the police.

Hairyesterdaygonetoday · 07/03/2025 09:18

OP, he is a dreadful father as well as a dreadful husband. Your son should not be growing up with a violent man in his life. Leave for his sake as well as yours.

BellissimoGecko · 07/03/2025 09:18

He's not a brilliant dad. He's a violent bully. And he'll start beating your son one day too.

His violence is escalating and his contempt for you is clear. If he kills you one day, would you still say he was a brilliant dad?

Please go to the police. They will believe you. They will have seen hundreds of men like your h, and they will believe you.

AttilaTheMeerkat · 07/03/2025 09:26

Please take heed of all the posts here and use the resources they have cited ie the police and Womens Aid. I would certainly seek legal advice on obtaining both non molestation and occupation orders.

This man needs to be your ex as soon as possible. He is dangerous to you both and his violence is further escalating. He is not a good dad to his son if he abuses you as his mother. Women in poor relationships often write that when they can think of nothing else positive to write about their man.

Your son sees all your reactions both spoken and unspoken to you being abused; he does not have to be in the same room and besides which sound travels. He has very likely heard his dad attack you. He's also growing up in a house where domestic violence is present.

PhilomenaPunk · 07/03/2025 09:33

"He’d never hurt my son despite everything he is a brilliant dad which I think makes it so much harder because I know whatever the outcome is will majorly impact my son and god I love that little man more than anything."

@Cassie1903 I'm sorry to hear how awfully he is treating you OP but you are wrong with what you're saying above. I'm sure a few years ago you would have said he would never hurt you, and look what has happened. His behaviour is escalating dangerously. He has gone from yelling at you to kicking, hitting and trying to choke you. You are in danger. Your son is in danger.

Wordau · 07/03/2025 09:33

I'm so sorry this is happening to you, but please find the strength to take action.

He could hurt his son terribly, by killing you or leaving you disabled.

Men kill women they know all the time. All the time. Just look at the news.

Please confide in someone you trust in real life.

Please take photos of your injuries and send them to someone you trust.

Please, please contact the police and women's aid.

Please don't leave your son without a mother to be raised by this monster.

And while your son may not see the violence he WILL be affected by it.

DevilledEgg · 07/03/2025 09:36

Is he at work now? If so go to the police with your son, tell them everything you've put here and then phone women's aid. Don't go home without the police. He's going to kill you

Saddogowner22 · 07/03/2025 09:38

Hi OP, I've been thinking about you a lot since reading and responding overnight. I hope the fact you stopped replying means you managed to get some sleep?

Was just thinking - does your son go to nursery or school? Or is there a local children's centre or housing office, near you? Or even if you went into your doctors surgery - all these places have responsibilities around DV and will help and would be able to help you contact relevant services from a safe place if needed. A GP visit regardless of what you decided to do would be good to get checked over and have everything documented that way too.

Whatever you do I hope you're safe and making plans. Like others have said do not tell or show any signs of this to your husband as people leaving increases the risks.

Really hope you get the help you need today and going forward to safely get away from this awful man.

teenmaw · 07/03/2025 09:43

OP this man could kill you, then where would your son be? He's an awful dad, good dads don't treat their children's mothers like this and one day your son will witness something. Then he'll think that's normal to treat you like that and will start to do the same. Staying because it's best for your son is a false illusion, it's the worst thing you could ever do for him. You're a strong woman, plenty have built a life free of abuse before you and they will again after you, you can too. This is some of the worst abuse possible you're in a terrible situation op, don't underestimate how bad this is. Get help today.

Topjoe19 · 07/03/2025 09:50

I am so scared for you OP. I wish I could help you. Please do go to the police, don't hesitate for a second

Because if he kills you, your son will be without his mummy. Use the love you have for him to go & save yourself.

DeepRoseFish · 07/03/2025 09:59

OP you need to get out of there ASAP. This man is dangerous.

Please do not listen to his threats he says these things to control you and keep you trapped.

Please please please pack a bag and take your son somewhere safe - it’s time to start telling the truth about this man to those that can help you.

BrunetteBarbie94 · 07/03/2025 10:00

I'm not sure I've ever read something so bad on Mumsnet. OP this man is going to kill you if you don't leave! This is so serious.

You are lying to yourself about him being a good Dad. A good Dad doesn't beat the mother of his child black and blue. This is GBH!!!!!!

I'm so sad for you because you are in total denial as to the gravity of this. You need to get out NOW. Every single thing can be sorted but not if you are dead.

Please call Women's Aid. For yourself and for your son.

lost1212 · 08/03/2025 11:14

I’d just like to add a small update I’m sorry my post disappeared I panicked it would be traced back to me so MN took it down and reinstated it into a different username for me. I panicked because weirdly enough he woke up Friday morning and decided he wasn’t going to work (he never does this) I haven’t been able to reach out to any of the lines provided as I have not had a minute away from him at all. We’re currently at my son’s football so I’m able to update without him seeing. I am praying he will go to work Monday so I can try and take some steps to getting out. Thank you everyone for you’re support a lot of you have made me realise that this actually is a lot more serious than I thought.

OP posts:
Sal17690 · 08/03/2025 11:52

be very careful. The most dangerous time in a domestic violence situation is around leaving. He is clearly wising up to the fact you're considering leaving and is staying close. Be very careful not to let him suspect anything. Plan a safe escape with police help ASAP.

RedHelenB · 08/03/2025 12:10

You need to leave today. And without telling him The violence has escalated big time, the next time you're one of the two women a week that are killed in db situations. If you can't go to your mum or sister then a refuge will take you.

Yeahno · 08/03/2025 12:43

He is staying to keep an eye on you so you don't go and tell/show someone what he did. It is working isn't it.

Gettingbysomehow · 08/03/2025 12:48

He isn't just abusing you he's going to kill you then your son will be taken into care. Call the police now. Get him removed.

89mar1 · 08/03/2025 12:54

lost1212 · 08/03/2025 11:14

I’d just like to add a small update I’m sorry my post disappeared I panicked it would be traced back to me so MN took it down and reinstated it into a different username for me. I panicked because weirdly enough he woke up Friday morning and decided he wasn’t going to work (he never does this) I haven’t been able to reach out to any of the lines provided as I have not had a minute away from him at all. We’re currently at my son’s football so I’m able to update without him seeing. I am praying he will go to work Monday so I can try and take some steps to getting out. Thank you everyone for you’re support a lot of you have made me realise that this actually is a lot more serious than I thought.

So straight from there to the nearest police station, and tell them what you've said here, all the incidents.

They will safeguard you OP.

Normallynumb · 08/03/2025 13:07

Oh I'm very sorry you have been through this.
Please tell your family and anyone you trust. Those who care will want to help and the shame is his.
Contact womens aid on number posted above.
If it's easier, go into any boots store and ask for Ani
You will be shown into a room where you can call womens aid and police
You could say you need essentials for your son.
You and your son's safety is paramount and everything can be sorted
Do not say you're leaving. He will get worse as his hold on you is slipping.
Get a plan together quietly.
Womens aid will help with this
Ignore any threats to call social services
He's lying to scare you.
You will be able to claim UC so don't worry about lack of money
PLEASE leave urgently.
He will kill you

FondantFancyFan · 08/03/2025 13:29

Take photos of the injuries privately in the bathroom and report him to the police.

Call women's aid for advice, they'll help you formulate a plan to leave.

https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/

Homepage - National Domestic Abuse Helpline

Are you experiencing domestic abuse? You are not alone. Find out how the National Domestic Abuse helpline can support you.

https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk

FondantFancyFan · 08/03/2025 13:31

You need to leave him because if he kills you then your son will be alone with one parent dead and the other one in jail for murder. Please report him to the police.

fireplacetiles · 08/03/2025 13:35

This is how it played out for my lovely friend who stayed with her abuser and kept it quiet, eventually he stabbed her to death, he is now in prison for life and her beautiful children have lost everything, totally heartbreaking. Don't let this happen to your son, leave, take the help available, don't think more than a day ahead, it will work itself out, good luck sweetheart xx