Hi there, I'm a newbie on here but am feeling desperate.
I've been with my husband for almost 9 years and we have a beautiful 14 mth old.
I've been back in full time work for almost 6 months.
In hindsight I've been stupid and naive thinking his endless selfishness and high expectations on the world (i.e. that it should revolve around him literally!) would be altered once we had a child. Stupid, stupid, stupid me.
We had so many heart to hearts - all so far have managed to ease his conscience after admitting most of his faults. He's also had a courseof therapy but refuses couples counselling or for me to have therapy!!
The problem is he hasn't and won't change and I can no longer - and don't want to - put up with it.
Ultimately I don't want our little one growing up with pair of bitter and resentful parents/role models!?!?
The 'physical relationship' is non existent and it's a miracle we actually got pregnant, not that I regret that for one minute.
I have the full support of my family which is brilliant.
I am desperate for some practical advice on where to go for help. I don't want to give up work but also want to know whether I am eligible for any financial support. I've begun digging but it's not very straightforward and I would rather remain focused than get disillusioned with it all.
I'm planning on ending things in the next week or so (prior to a planned holiday so we can used that time to sort things out) I just want to have a clear idea of my options first.
Any advice massively appreciated.
Thx
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stayinpositive · 24/04/2009 14:33
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