Essex Mum’s Warning: Spot Abuse Signs, Protect Your Children

A woman from Essex spoke about her childhood abuse. She wants to help parents protect their kids. She reported the abuse after becoming a mother and wants to help others find justice faster.

She lacked the courage to report it at the time, but motherhood made speaking out vital to her. She ensured her abuser faced consequences. Her goal is to prevent future abuse and believes parents should protect their children. She is a child sexual abuse survivor.

This Essex mother gave advice to parents, emphasizing that open communication is very important. She advised building trust and communication. Trusted people won’t ask for secrets and kids should report a secret request right away. They must know they are safe and believed.

Children need to feel secure about being loved. Abusers might threaten to take love away. The woman said this is not true and to report such “red flag” behavior promptly. Parents must listen carefully to their children.

Educate yourselves and watch for tiny signs. Ask your children the right questions and don’t think, “it won’t happen here.” Abuse can happen anywhere, sadly. One in six kids in England and Wales suffer abuse, according to Rape Crisis stats.

She reported her abuse to Essex Police and worked with them during the pandemic. Charges were filed against her abuser then. She is relieved justice finally happened and thanks Essex Police for their support.

She wants to help others by sharing her story. She said many great groups can help, suggesting reaching out and talking. Sharing your story has its own power.