Hi Simone,

It sounds as though you are in an awfully difficult position. Are you on speaking terms with your ex-husband's family at all? If you are concerned for his welfare (considering he is threatening suicide), perhaps you could explain this to his family so that they can keep an eye on him?

To be honest, it sounds as though both you, and your children should not be around him ATM if he is being violent. Violence should not be tolerated under any circumstances....it is not safe for you and your children, including the baby if you are indeed PG again. Having said that, I appreciate that it must be an extremely difficult situation to be in, and one that I have not had any personal experience with, so I apologise if my comments are upsetting in any way. I'm just distressed to hear that you are in this terrible situation.

Is it possible for you to take out an AVO against him, considering his violent tendencies?

I'm sorry I'm not sure what else to suggest. But I am definitely thinking of you and hoping for a positive outcome for you all.