Simon Barney Arrested for Domestic Violence

A People Magazine online article titled; "Real Housewives of O.C. Drama: Tamra Barney’s Husband Files for Divorce" discusses the impending divorce of the couple as well as the reasons behind the January filing. Unfortunately, the headlines didn't stop there, according to Radar Online Simon Barney has now been arrested and charged with Domestic Violence.

The posting describes a heated altercation between Tamra and Simon followed by his allegedly throwing a dog leash at her. Many folks will point out that, as far domestic violence goes, a leash tossed at her wrist is a fairly small infraction. But what about the children (aged approximately 11,9 and 4 years old) that were witnesses to their argument and rage? It may have been a relatively small show of violence, but it was a physical reaction to anger nonetheless. How have they been affected by this family turmoil?

If your wondering what this has to do with our lovely pregnancy site, don't worry, I am working my way through my ranging train of thought. I was wondering what degree of physicality or anger we all tolerate in our day to day lives? Obviously, our priorities change in a big way when we are trying to conceive or are already expecting. Add to that the many financial, family related, work related, housing related problems that always seem to crop up when we reproduce. Now to all of these concerns, imagine that your hormones are in complete upheaval, you are crying one minute and angrier than Tasmanian devil the next; how well do you think you will be able to react? Imagine if you had sextuplets like Bryan and Jenny Masche and were in the public eye at all times? Bryan Masche was charged recently with "...resisting arrest, disorderly conduct and threatening domestic violence." Children deserve to grow up in a safe, secure and loving home with at least one supportive and strong role model. The problem isn't limited to just those people participating in Reality TV show either judging by the never ending queue at the nations women's' shelters.

Do you feel that your relationship will be able to withstand the enormous stress and pressure that a baby brings? Do you have a caring supportive network of friends and family available to help if you find that you are in an abusive relationship?

Help Guide.org" has created an information packed folder of important considerations for those people who may be in an abusive relationship and some exceptional links and contacts for more help and information.

Stay Safe Everyone,

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