Article: Domestic Abuse

Out of interest I read this information on domestic abuse and I wondered, why is it that women first experience violence from their partner when they are pregnant? I would have thought that when the woman is pregnant the guy would be less likely to be violent.. Andrea
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Domestic Abuse

Domestic Abuse

For many women, pregnancy is a time of great happiness – but unfortunately, at least 300,000 pregnant women a year are subjected to some degree of domestic violence.   Domestic violence during pregnancy puts a pregnant woman and her unborn child in danger. The risk of miscarriage, infection, premature birth, low birth weight, fetal injury and fetal death are increased. It’s never too late to get help if you’re suffering at the hands of an abusive partner. This person is not only potentia . . .

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 Reply AndreaUK21 12 months ago
Out of interest I read this information on domestic abuse and I wondered, why is it that women first experience violence from their partner when they are pregnant? I would have thought that when the woman is pregnant the guy would be less likely to be violent.. Andrea
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