March 2015 Moms

Any advice?

Sorry in advance for the length. My SO and I have been together only a short time. Six-ish months or so. I am almost 16 weeks pregnant with my second child, his first. Anyways, since I've become pregnant I've noticed a lot of changes in him. Maybe they were just things he hid well and decided not to care anymore. He has a pretty bad temper. He loses his patience, quite often, and yells or breaks things. He does this in front of my three year old daughter. It makes my blood boil, to say the least. But when he gets like that, I calmly ask him over and over again to go outside and cool down. My daughter gets scared, which I don't blame her. It's always over something small too. His last outburst was because my daughter spilled her plate during dinner. Which I cleaned up right away and he yelled. She is a toddler. She makes messes. It's not the end of the world. He also has a drinking problem. He has gotten better but when he isn't drinking, he is downright nasty. He never wants to spend anytime with my daughter or I. But claims to love spending time with us. That's a lie. He is constantly buried in his phone. It is to the point where he gets off work (at 4pm) and eats dinner, then plays on his phone and is in bed by 7pm. It really hurts my feelings. I've suggested he go to anger management and AA but he refuses. So I suggested couples counseling, which to my surprise he said he would do. He always talks about how we are getting married. But honestly? I have no interest in marrying this man. He has very little interest in this baby. I try to involve him with every thing that goes on. No luck. I grabbed his hand last night to feel the baby. His response? Cool and walked away. It was the first time, by the way. I suffer from depression. Mainly seasonal. Which he believes is just me hating my life. Which isn't the case. I'm finding it hard to be happy with a guy like this. He offers no support, no compassion, no kind words, no affection, nothing. I just feel alone when he is next to me. We don't even talk to each other anymore, unless he is asking what I'm making for dinner. I know people will just tell me to leave if I'm unhappy but I really want this to work. I'm trying so hard but I feel like I've hit a brick wall. Anyone else go through this? Did it get better? If so, how did you do it.
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Re: Any advice?

  • No Advice- but my thoughts are with you. Good luck figuring it out. Counseling seems like a good first step. Do you live together? I would say maybe try living apart.
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  • He just moved in a month ago. Financially, it's easier. I just feel as if I have a teenage roommate though. He is almost 28. I'm 23. I know guys don't exactly always grow up right away but we don't have all the time in the world for him to change his ways.
  • Yeah, I was afraid of that. Couples counseling is the last thing I'm trying. If it doesn't work after a couple months, I plan to leave. Well have him leave. He lives in my house. I can do this alone. I just really don't want too.... :'(
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  • I'm prepared to do it alone. I have been with my daughter since birth. I just hate that both of my children will have bad fathers. And it's my fault for choosing poorly. It breaks my heart. I do want out but I need to find a job first. That's my main issue. He works because he wanted to be the "man". He isn't living up to it though. I hate not working, by the way. I tried it to please him. He makes great money but is horrible with it. I try to budget, but with his impulsive spending, it's getting to be damn near impossible.
  • I think you know what you need to do, and that is to leave him.  Your daughter and, and very soon to be, your kids have to come first. 

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  • Agree with previous posters - get out now.  I'm so sorry this is your situation, but stay strong.  I wish you all the best.
  • I'm sorry you're going through this.

    I have to agree with PPs. If you've been together only a few months and he's already acting this way you should get him out of your life. Your daughter is already afraid of him...I would be afraid of him hurting her, you, or the new LO.

    If you decide to do counseling, I completely agree with @stine28‌. Don't continue to have him live with you while going through counseling.
  • I agree with everything that has already been said. He hasn't changed suddenly. This is who he is. And it's probably not going to get better. In the words of Dr. Phil, children would rather come from a "broken" home than live in one. Ask him to leave and stand up for your kids. I'm so sorry you're going through this.
  • Thank you ladies for all the advice. I let him live here because he had no where to go and we were broken up at the time. He begged, pleaded, and cried for me to take him back. I said I would if you would take anger management and control your drinking. None of that has happened. So kicking him out, will leave him homeless. Which is why he is here. My heart is to big to do that to him or anyone. I've been trying to spend as much time apart as possible. Maybe he will miss us and try to be a decent guy. But I guess time and counseling will tell.
  • As much as kicking him out appeals to me, I need to find a job first. I won't be able to pay my bills and my daughter and I will lose our house. So until I'm gainfully employed, I unfortunately have to stick it out. And just spend more time outside my home and return once he is in bed. Which sucks that I can't be in my own home but he doesn't have a vehicle and he isn't taking mine. He has no license because he has 3 DUIs. So I take him to and from work and everywhere else he needs to go. Which is really annoying. He was a great guy before I got pregnant. I just think he is under this impression I'm trapped and he can talk to me and treat me however he likes. Which I've reminded him several times, I will not hesitate to leave him once I'm stable. I didn't stay with my daughters father because he is a pathetic dead beat. I am not afraid to leave. It just sucks I have to make this decision again.
  • Thank you. I am hardly showing at four months, so I'm hoping it won't be an issue and my belly doesn't pop out until I find a job lol. I'm only 100ish pounds and 5 feet tall (on a good day). So hopefully baby will stay snug for a little bit longer!
  • No matter what I say, I'm wrong in his eyes. It's my hormones. It never has to do with him being a lunatic. I can't win. He needs to do some soul searching. I'm hoping a middle person can help us resolve why he is so angry all the time.
  • rebmit32 said:
    I'm a little late on this, but just wanted to throw in my two cents. I grew up with a dad who had a very, very short fuse. I've seen him literally throw hammers at people who work for him. My dad is 52. He hasn't changed. Chances are that you SO won't change either. I know your circumstances sound dire in regards to finances, but you need to RUN in the opposite direction. Do not let him stay in your home. The best predictor of future behavior is past behavior (sorry, I got that from Dr. Phil) and my mom always told me that a leopard doesn't change its spots. You need to protect yourself and your children. His behavior could easily escalate into physical abuse. (He is already mentally and emotionally abusing you both in my opinion). As far as money goes, ask for help from family or friends if you can, maybe find some sort of temporary assistance for food and shelter if you must, and continue searching for jobs! You can do it!! You'd rather be broke and hungry than have yourself, your child, or baby injured, right?? Hang in there! I'll be praying for you to have strength to do this!!

    Amen!
  • Guys don't change no matter how hard you want them to. If you really want to try make it work. Try the counselling. If that doesn't help you have to make the choice to stay or to go.
    I would leave but that's just me.
  • I would consider going and talking to someone on your own in addition to or instead of couples counseling. I have worked with domestic violence victims for my entire career and all that you have said is very concerning for both you and your children. You need to be sure that you and your children are in a safe situation.

    You mentioned that you couldn't afford your house on your own- perhaps there are other alternatives- staying with family or downsizing.

    The things you have mentioned as issues are not things that will change if he doesn't see them/want them to change. With 3 OUIs at 28 he doesn't seem like he is a person who is likely open to seeing those faults and changing them.

    I'm very sorry you are going through this. The issues you have mentioned-
    drinking, anger etc. are his issues and you should not see them as a reflection of you (pregnancy hormones or not!) or your children. You all deserve to be in a safer and more loving environment. Best of luck.

  • drudolph11drudolph11 member
    edited October 2014
    Sorry I know this might be a little late. My thoughts and prayers are with you. My question to you @MeganPobega‌ is if you were to leave do you have a safe place for you and DD and this LO to go? im around your age (24) and my ex was like this in that he has a super super short temper and his solution to EVERYTHING was to pick something up and throw it across the room and break it. I do not have a child, yet, and wasn't pregnant with him so it was just me that I had to worry about therefore I stayed, much much longer then I should have. He put me in the hospital and I STILL went back. Yup. As far as AA goes. I have addiction issues that I have been dealing with since I was a teenager so as far as support groups such as AA i can tell you that they are a wonderful wonderful thing for those who want it. If he doesn't want it or doesn't think he has a drinking problem then it's much more of a struggle having said that it is not totally hopeless. I have seen many people come into the rooms, some by force (court issues and what not) who don't think they should be there or don't want to be there and end up becoming incredibly successful and wonderful members. I truly think the drinking has a lot to do with his anger. Im no expert or counselor and don't claim to be only going off what you said and my own personal experience. I do have a lot of experience regarding addiction issues only because I have been there. There really is a lot to say and I don't want to write a novel here on the thread but I do hope you find some peace and happiness within your situation and if you EVER want to talk. I mean like in depth please please don't hesitate to PM me. I really do have a lot of good knowledge based on what I was taught and what has helped me. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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  • I honestly don't think people like this ever change. You're in a tough spot, I would say get everything together financially and then kick him out before he gets too comfy. The part about loosing his temper with your daughter concerns me the most. Your kids will def be better off without this person in your life & it sounds like you are strong & can handle this alone. Good luck to you & your daughter.
  • My family lives 900 miles away, unfortunately. I packed up and left my hometown 18 months ago. So it's just us. We have a tiny town home and it's one bedroom, so it's about as small as it can get. I do receive government assistance, finally. But they don't cover rent. I hate receiving it. I want off of it but I need it now, more than ever. I know his drinking is the cause of his anger but I don't think he will stop. He slows down but still drinks. I appreciate the advice so much. I just really needed outside opinions to help me decide. Of course my family wants me to leave, but I don't have a way to pay rent. So I feel stuck. I just wish he would open his eyes. And see what he has in front if him. Kids are absolutely amazing and gods greatest blessing. I wish he felt as strongly about family as me. But like most of you said, a tiger doesn't change over night. Maybe leaving will open his eyes to change. Who knows.
  • Get rid of him! I ended a relationship similar to the one you're describing a little over a year ago and couldn't be happier with my decision! Granted I don't have children and he wasn't living with me, but it was still difficult. Since then I met an amazing man and we are expecting our first baby together. He treats me right, is mature, and will be an excellent father. If you end things now, you're lucky. You're smart to recognize warning signs (ie drinking and temper and disinterest in the baby) that will may indicate more severe problems in the future. Good luck! Rely on your friends and family for support and have faith in your decision and your future for you and your children. Remember you're strong and deserving of the best!!
  • I really appreciate everyone's kind words! They mean a lot! Him and I actually sat and had a heart to heart about everything, and I think he is beginning to open his eyes. He seemed to really listen and understand my fears and feelings about things. So maybe we are having a small break through? We had a great day today and he was very loving and in tune with my daughter today. Hopefully this keeps up. Because this is the last time I'm having this talk with him. I know he can't change over night, nor do I expect that. I just want to be able to see him trying to change. We shall see!
  • Sorry in advance for the length. My SO and I have been together only a short time. Six-ish months or so. I am almost 16 weeks pregnant with my second child, his first. Anyways, since I've become pregnant I've noticed a lot of changes in him. Maybe they were just things he hid well and decided not to care anymore. He has a pretty bad temper. He loses his patience, quite often, and yells or breaks things. He does this in front of my three year old daughter. It makes my blood boil, to say the least. But when he gets like that, I calmly ask him over and over again to go outside and cool down. My daughter gets scared, which I don't blame her. It's always over something small too. His last outburst was because my daughter spilled her plate during dinner. Which I cleaned up right away and he yelled. She is a toddler. She makes messes. It's not the end of the world. He also has a drinking problem. He has gotten better but when he isn't drinking, he is downright nasty. He never wants to spend anytime with my daughter or I. But claims to love spending time with us. That's a lie. He is constantly buried in his phone. It is to the point where he gets off work (at 4pm) and eats dinner, then plays on his phone and is in bed by 7pm. It really hurts my feelings. I've suggested he go to anger management and AA but he refuses. So I suggested couples counseling, which to my surprise he said he would do. He always talks about how we are getting married. But honestly? I have no interest in marrying this man. He has very little interest in this baby. I try to involve him with every thing that goes on. No luck. I grabbed his hand last night to feel the baby. His response? Cool and walked away. It was the first time, by the way. I suffer from depression. Mainly seasonal. Which he believes is just me hating my life. Which isn't the case. I'm finding it hard to be happy with a guy like this. He offers no support, no compassion, no kind words, no affection, nothing. I just feel alone when he is next to me. We don't even talk to each other anymore, unless he is asking what I'm making for dinner. I know people will just tell me to leave if I'm unhappy but I really want this to work. I'm trying so hard but I feel like I've hit a brick wall. Anyone else go through this? Did it get better? If so, how did you do it.
    WHY would you want to make this work?  What redeeming quality is there?  You have no interest in a permanent relationship.  He's horrible to your daughter, he doesn't want to be around you or her.  He shows zero interest in his child as well.  This guy brings absolutely nothing positive to the table.

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  • I just have faith in people. I believe people can change if they truly want to. My father was a very abusive man. He beat the shit out of me when I was 6 weeks pregnant with my daughter. He has since seen the light and is a wonderful man. Our relationship is the best it ever has been. And he is almost 50. I'm just trying to take it day by day and not stress so much. He says he wants to change and I believe he does. He just needs help. Help that was never available to him. If he is genuine, I believe he can do it. I just need to keep my faith. But if he acts crazy, just once more, he is out. He knows this is his last chance.
  • I don't normally share this kind of thing but if it can somehow help I will, I know what you're going through because I've been there. My son's biological father used to physically abuse me when I was pregnant and after my son was born. He started off seemingly nice, always brought me flowers taking me out to nice dinners etc. Then when I became pregnant everything changed. He was so angry I was pregnant he tried to hit me in the stomach with a baseball bat. I moved in time for him to miss my stomach even though he still got my leg. He would follow me every where I went. To the store to daycare anywhere just to make sure he had an eye on me. He didn't allow me to work so I had to rely on him for money which was just another way of controlling. I could sit here and bore you with all of the abuse but the bottom line is they don't change. I finally got brave enough to leave and call the police. He was arrested and held on $250,000 bail. We had a restraining order and were safe for a few Years. Then he found us and kidnapped my son. He left the state and hid him in a closet for a week before the police could find him. He still harasses me 9 years later. People like this do not change and I wholeheartedly believe if I didn't leave when I did he would have killed us both. It hurts me to hear you are dealing with this and even though it is so hard to move away or make big changes you need to for your safety and your daughters. Please recognize your strength and use it to get to safety. If you ever want to talk more please don't hesitate.
  • @coleybug13‌ I am so sorry you have to deal with all that
  • I don't normally share this kind of thing but if it can somehow help I will, I know what you're going through because I've been there. My son's biological father used to physically abuse me when I was pregnant and after my son was born. He started off seemingly nice, always brought me flowers taking me out to nice dinners etc. Then when I became pregnant everything changed. He was so angry I was pregnant he tried to hit me in the stomach with a baseball bat. I moved in time for him to miss my stomach even though he still got my leg. He would follow me every where I went. To the store to daycare anywhere just to make sure he had an eye on me. He didn't allow me to work so I had to rely on him for money which was just another way of controlling. I could sit here and bore you with all of the abuse but the bottom line is they don't change. I finally got brave enough to leave and call the police. He was arrested and held on $250,000 bail. We had a restraining order and were safe for a few Years. Then he found us and kidnapped my son. He left the state and hid him in a closet for a week before the police could find him. He still harasses me 9 years later. People like this do not change and I wholeheartedly believe if I didn't leave when I did he would have killed us both. It hurts me to hear you are dealing with this and even though it is so hard to move away or make big changes you need to for your safety and your daughters. Please recognize your strength and use it to get to safety. If you ever want to talk more please don't hesitate.

    Wow, what a scary story. I'm so glad you got out of that situation & that you & your son are ok. I think it def helps other women out there to hear stories like this!
  • @jpavenski‌ and @crunchymamaof2 ‌ thank you both. It sucks but I'm thankful were both ok and it has made me a much stronger person. I hope that it does help other women have the courage to get up and leave cause it is really hard but they can do it.
  • Ps. Idk why there are quotes around @crunchymamaof2 I didn't mean to do that
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