BD, Why do some say it's abuse? What do you think they mean?

As for my sitch and NC to C back to NC (!), I guess this is about trying something, and then changing course when it's time to do so. Keeping an eye on the evolution of things. Nothing is static, right?

So, back to the plan. Two things I'm going to do next:

1. maintain minimum contact ( + keeping it intentional and friendly when it happens)
2. Respond to his offer to help me "in any way during the next weeks of the pregnancy" by offering a session with my coach who is able to talk him through the needs of small children (particularly developing trust) and creative parenting. I hope he takes the bait!