Boyfriend has a gambling problem

[Guest Jessica Smith]

I’m pregnant with child number 2. My first kid is 10 years old, and it scary as heck to think about starting over but here I am! I’m doing well in my life, but have struggled just a little bit financially due to taking care of my daughter mostly alone and leaving a relationship with a narcissist. This time around, I’m pregnant by my new boyfriend. He is mostly great, and super helpful. He cleans, cooks, helps me with things etc. However, the big problem is he has a gambling addiction and is always blowing all of money at the casino, like as soon as he gets paid he will gamble hundreds- thousands of dollars away. I knew he had a gambling problem before I got pregnant, so I’m feeling a lot of guilt and shame around that. Last summer, he gambled almost 30K away. At first he would win, and he was never selfish with his money. He would use the money he won to put towards bills and stuff. Then he started losing and he would call and ask me for money when he ran out literally at the casino. I would frantically give it to him every time. I blew 10 thousand dollars of my savings this past year and part of that has been due to trying to rescue him. Now he lives with me since we’re expecting a baby and I need a lot of help (I have Hyperemesis Gravidarum) and I pay for everything by myself because he’s always broke. He keeps promising me that he’s going to stop, and I want to believe him although in the back of my mind I know he’s probably not especially if he’s not willing to seek help. I’ve tried helping him. I talked to his family. Ive talked to him about gamblers anonymous, I’ve stopped giving him money, I’ve broken up with him. Nothing works I really don’t want to raise another kid by myself. I also don’t want to take care of 2 children and a grown man with an addiction. Not really sure what to do or if it’s even on me to do anything but just wanted to vent.

[JancoFlick 0]

Dealing with a partner's addiction is incredibly challenging, and it's not something you should have to face alone. Seeking support from friends, family, or a professional counselor can provide you with guidance and assistance in navigating this difficult situation. Remember, you deserve to feel safe and supported, and there are resources available to help you through this.
Remember, you're not alone in this, and there are people and organizations out there dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by addiction. You might find https://www.mtpolicez.com/ helpful for finding additional resources and support. Take care of yourself and your family, and don't hesitate to reach out for help when you need it.

Edited February 16 by JancoFlick

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