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[labradorlover]

Hi,

I’m brand new to this forum, I’ve just left an abusive relationship and it’s been tough. Currently in contact with the police regarding an incident that had happened. There’s me and my newborn baby and we have just left the baby’s father.

Just wanted to pop on and say hi and if anyone has any tips on navigating this tough time it would be greatly appreciated!

[Cherries]

Hi. Welcome.

I’m sorry this has happened at what should be a happy exciting time for you.

Well done on getting out. That can’t have been easy with the pregnancy and baby.

Tips. Read read read. Get informed on abusers and their tactics. Far too many of us end up going back. And back. And back. The more informed you are, the more you are likely to see through it and stay safely away.

Don’t do what I did with my first one. Assume because I was out, I was ok. I pretended to be for years but I was actually living with PTSD and not well at all. Even if you dont have that, signing up for therapy would be a good choice to make. They do damage us in ways we dont see at first. The older I’ve got, the more I look back and Im shocked at the things I made excuses for.

I’m glad you are out. Congratulations on your baby. I hope you have many many happy years ahead of you now xx

[Lisa]

Hi labradorlover,

Thank you for your post and welcome to the forum. I hope you find the forum a safe and supportive place to be with others who understand.

If you need additional support, the National Domestic Abuse Helpline is available for free, 24-7 on 0808 2000 247. You can talk to their team online Monday to Friday 10am-10pm and 10am-6pm on weekends.

There are also local domestic abuse services who can often offer ongoing emotional and practical support. Your local service can be found here.

Do keep posting to let us know how you’re getting on.

Best wishes,

Lisa
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