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Old 03-26-2011, 08:48 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Hi Everyone,

I'm new here, this is my first post. I'm 6.5 wks pregnant, married 8 months, and my husband and I have decided to go our separate ways. Well, mostly he decided. I know we have big problems, but I'd like to work on our issues, while he can't be bothered. We aren't divorcing because of the pregnancy, but I think it was just the last straw for both of us (he doesn't want me to keep it, I want to - and for the record, I was 100% clear to him if I were to fall pregnant, I would not have an abortion).

I'm just wondering if anyone else has been through this. I'm scared, sad, anxious, feeling hopeless, embarrassed... so many emotions. And i'm not sure what to do. I know this is probably for the best, as I've not been happy in months, but I still am so frightened. I haven't told anyone yet - I feel ashamed and a failure - but I could really use someone to talk to about this. Someone who won't judge.

Any other ladies need an internet friend to help get through a tough time? I'm 31, live in Canada, work in research and love animals and music, if any of that makes any difference to anyone.
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Old 03-26-2011, 08:54 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Hi Everyone,

I'm new here, this is my first post. I'm 6.5 wks pregnant, married 8 months, and my husband and I have decided to go our separate ways. Well, mostly he decided. I know we have big problems, but I'd like to work on our issues, while he can't be bothered. We aren't divorcing because of the pregnancy, but I think it was just the last straw for both of us (he doesn't want me to keep it, I want to - and for the record, I was 100% clear to him if I were to fall pregnant, I would not have an abortion).

I'm just wondering if anyone else has been through this. I'm scared, sad, anxious, feeling hopeless, embarrassed... so many emotions. And i'm not sure what to do. I know this is probably for the best, as I've not been happy in months, but I still am so frightened. I haven't told anyone yet - I feel ashamed and a failure - but I could really use someone to talk to about this. Someone who won't judge.

Any other ladies need an internet friend to help get through a tough time? I'm 31, live in Canada, work in research and love animals and music, if any of that makes any difference to anyone.
I feel your emotions! I'm mom with new baby whose marriage is probably done too. I too feel ashamed, embarassed, failure - you name it! If you met my H socially he's awesome. In truth he's bi-polar and abusive. Part of me feels relieved - just unsure how custody will work. My littlest is 4 months old. And I'm Canadian too. Any way I can help you just let me know!
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Old 03-27-2011, 10:11 AM   #3 (permalink)
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In pointing out the ups and downs of relationships is great! Many people do not like to point the finger on themselves, but sometimes its necessary in order to achieve happiness. It is amazing how you can appreciate another person once you slow down and take the blinders off.
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Old 03-29-2011, 12:04 AM   #4 (permalink)
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I know exactly how you feel hun, I cried almost everyday my last trimester It is rare to find a man that can handle having a child! Stick to your beliefs, having a child is a beautiful cultivation and you won't be disappointed. My daughter has made me a better person and I have never felt a love so pure, positive and constructive. I know it's hard but you need to get away from this man ASAP! The stress from this relationship could have devastating consequences this early in. My advice is to spend time with family and/or friends. If you're close with your mother maybe it's best you stay with her or she stay with you, find someone you trust and that is positive to help you through this difficult time and take a bit of the load off

My story;
My BF had had a child from a previous relationship but was adopted by the step father last year. When I told him I was pregnant he wasn't upset nor was he overly happy, he had expressed some of his stresses but insisted that this was his chance to do it right with someone he loves and that loves him. About 3 months into it he changed! He started going out and getting wasted; strippers, clubs, bars. I later discovered him cheating on me with someone we know, he lied and drank almost constantly. The day before our daughter was born he told me that he resented me for getting pregnant despite a tissue build up in my cervix, that I was an inconvenience, he didn't want this child, that he didn't love me, and the reason he lied to me and drank all the time was because he didn't care about me. About a week after our daughter was born we had the "talk", he apologized and told me he wanted to work on it, he then made a bunch of promises he has since failed to keep. I'm scared, embarrassed, sad, anxious, angry, feel hopeless, and I don't think the hormones have worn off yet because expressing these emotions to him rationally is still not possible.

My mother helped me cope through most of this but the only advice she could offer was for me to stay with him and deal with it for our daughter's sake, "you'll get used to it" she said. I stuck it out and stayed. For my daughter's sake I am looking for a place of my own, we both deserve to be happy and live in a healthy environment.

I'm telling you now, not like you don't know, it's going to be hard. You will feel all of these wounds like they're fresh everyday all you can do to prep yourself is to make sure you keep yourself/mind occupied. Meditation and yoga help a bunch, funny movies, cooking, good friends, lots of chocolate and/or cheese. If you ever need anything, I'm here. I also live in Canada, in Calgary, AB.
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