sahm, struggling. no money. need to leave.

Housing/Shelter/Standard of Living

i’m a sahm to a 5-month-old and i’m honestly at a loss right now. i’m in a relationship where i’m experiencing emotional and financial abuse, and i feel like i’m constantly walking on eggshells. my boyfriend … there are times when he genuinely scares me. i’m really unhappy and want to leave, but i have no money, no childcare, and nowhere to go. my mom is also living with us and trying to figure out housing herself, so i don’t have much of a support system to fall back on.
i want to create a safe, stable life for myself and my baby, but i genuinely don’t know where to start. i’m financially dependent on him, and being a sahm makes it feel almost impossible to get out. has anyone been in a similar situation? how did you leave with a baby, no income, and no childcare? are there any resources for moms in abusive situations? i could really use advice, resources, or just some reassurance that i’m not alone.

Posted Sep 30, 2026, 3:46 AM UTC

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