The Journey of a Mother: From Australia to the United States

A Tale of Betrayal and Survival

This is the story of a mother who traveled from Australia to the United States while holding onto hope—for family, for truth. She was initially drawn to a man who turned out to be a womanizer and an abuser. What awaited her was a storm of betrayal, manipulation, and violence.

Viewer discretion is advised. The video filmed in November 2024 shows her in a car with her daughter and her four-year-old child from a previous relationship. It contains depictions of domestic violence and may be distressing.

In 2023, she found herself in a long-distance relationship with the man involved, as she was living in Australia. They first met in person in October 2023 when she flew to New York to spend time with him. Their initial time together seemed promising, leading her to return in December to celebrate her 30th birthday with him.

A Shocking Discovery

During that December visit, she discovered she was pregnant. After informing him of her suspicion, they took a pregnancy test that confirmed her condition. She was set to fly home the next day, but before leaving, he requested she get a blood test to confirm the pregnancy. She complied and sent him the results. However, shortly after receiving the confirmation, he blocked her and ceased all communication, despite her repeated attempts to reach out.

Weeks turned into months as she waited, hoping he would eventually come around. But he never did. Feeling lost and isolated, she reached out to his family to inform them of her pregnancy, yet received no response. With no support from him or his family, she faced the challenges of pregnancy alone.

Seeking Support

During this difficult time, she continued trying to reach out to one of his friends who had not blocked her, pleading for a chance to talk to him. Despite her persistent efforts, she received no reply. He continued to deny paternity, even when she offered to confirm it through an in utero paternity test, which required only a blood sample from each parent. He refused to comply.

Eventually, she sought legal advice and filed an application from Australia with the New York City Family Court. She aimed to have him legally recognized as the father. The process proved incredibly difficult—especially from the other side of the world. However, after many challenges, she found a lawyer willing to take on the case.

On August 9, 2024, she gave birth to their daughter in Australia, completely alone and having been abandoned by him.

Taking a Stand

After the birth, she left a Google review for the hospital where he worked. In her review, she stated that she was his ex-girlfriend and that he had abandoned both her and their child. The review garnered some attention. By mid-September, he finally reached out to ask that it be removed. They resumed communication, and he convinced her that he genuinely wanted to be a part of their daughter’s life. She was manipulated into believing that he wanted to try and form a family.

In November, she was set to return to New York with their three-month-old daughter for a court-ordered DNA test. He continued to express doubts about being the child’s father, despite strong evidence suggesting otherwise. The court mandated that the test be conducted in person, prompting her trip.

Hesitations and False Promises

He persuaded her to extend her visit beyond the initial purpose of the DNA test. His suggestion included spending more time together and potentially working on their relationship. He also asked her to bring along her four-year-old son from a previous relationship so they could see how a family unit might function. Despite her hesitations due to his past behavior and the emotional cruelty she had endured, she agreed. She held onto hope for a positive outcome for the sake of her children.

Before her arrival, they began virtual couples counseling. During these sessions, she made it clear that she expected him to refrain from dating other women. However, upon landing in New York, she discovered he had been involved with a physician’s assistant (Miss Z) for the previous two months. This woman was aware of the pregnant situation but not of the full history. Despite their counseling, he continued to communicate with her throughout her stay, causing significant stress and violating the boundaries they had set.

The Truth Unfolds

Since November 2024, she discovered he was also dating two more women simultaneously—an actress and a model (Miss T) and a nurse (Miss V). All three believed they were exclusive and engaged in unprotected relationships with him. They had no idea about his daughter until they saw the Google review. Roman is a womanizer who manipulates women into believing they are in a committed relationship, using his career as a doctor and his luxury lifestyle as bait for attention.

During her visit, she endured frequent mood swings from him, along with verbal abuse and name-calling. On one occasion, he physically harmed her during an altercation, grabbing her. Following this incident, he faced assault charges.

A Mother's Fear

She felt terrified that she might be stranded in New York with her three-month-old baby and her four-year-old son. She knew no one there and had nowhere to turn for help. The abuse continued in front of her children, causing visible fear in her son. Concerned for their safety, she consulted her doctor back in Australia. Together, they developed a plan to report the abuse.

Roman manipulated the situation further by explaining his limited availability during that time as a way to garner sympathy. He had hidden their daughter from multiple women, continuously evading his responsibilities as a father.

Taking Action

He spread false claims about her character, labeling her as “crazy” and insisting their relationship had never been real. This manipulation was just another attempt to rewrite the narrative to evade accountability. His repeated pattern of engaging in unprotected sex with multiple women while shirking responsibility for the consequences highlights his abusive and manipulative nature.

This serves as a serious warning: Roman is abusive, irresponsible, and manipulative. Anyone interacting with him should exercise caution and remain aware of his behavior.

Conclusion

Ultimately, she returned home not just as the mother of two but as a woman who refused to be broken. She was determined to share her story so that others might not fall into the same trap. Her journey reminds us of the resilience of a mother and the strength needed to speak out against manipulation and abuse.

Dr. Roman Shulkin with her and their baby daughter.